Roll Call - September 1999

Lasallian Roll Call

A Publication for the De La Salle College Community — Malvern

September 1999

De La Salle College Malvern

Contents

Requiescat in Pace

This edition of Lasallian Roll Call is dedicated to the memory of Br Damien Harvey f.s.c. a former student, teacher, Headmaster and friend of De La Salle College, Malvern who entered eternal life on Monday 31st May 1999 at Cabrini Hospital, Malvern, Victoria, aged 83 years

LASALLIAN ROLL CALL COMMITTEE

Executive

Remembering The College

If you feel that De La Salle in some way contributed to your position in life today, then through your generous support you can help us prepare the De La Old Collegians of tomorrow. If you would like advice on the best way to help your alma mater, our Bequest Officer, Br Kevin Moloney F.S.C., would be pleased to assist you. He can be contacted at the College during office hours (8am-4pm) on 9509 3011

Past Mothers Luncheon

Wednesday October 20th 1999

To be held in the Performing Arts Centre At 12.30pm

If you would like to be part of this inaugural luncheon please phone Robyn Brasher at the College on 9509 3011

Grandparents Day

Are you a grandparent of a current De La Salle Primary boy?

We invite you to join your grandson and his teachers for a special morning on

Wednesday October 13th at 9.30am

If you wish to join us, please phone Robyn Brasher at the College on 9509 3011

Fax:

Headmaster’s Report

The most important part of De La Salle College is the people who are in it. The aim of our College is to be a community of learners. We do this by creating a safe, secure and friendly environment for students, staff and parents.

The College does challenge students academically, spiritually, culturally and in the sporting arena. The challenge for students is to realise that positive attitudes to success and excellence require effort and perseverance on their part, and an acceptance of responsibility for all that one does. The quality of learning and behaviour in the College is to be carried out in partnership with the home. Our message is that all our students are special, they all can succeed, and our College community works to achieve this.

In May, the College community was saddened by the death of Br Damien Harvey. His love of the College, students and staff was unquestionable. His ability to challenge, affirm and guide were his outstanding characteristics. Br Damien’s non-acceptance of mediocrity in any area of our lives is a great vision for us to follow.

The Mission Action Day Walkathon for the poor and marginalised was yet again a great success. Students were set the target of $30,000 and exceeded that by collecting $32,000 which was a credit to all concerned. Approximately two-thirds will be sent to the De La Salle Missions and the remainder will be distributed amongst our local charities. The College Master Plan was presented to the College Council in mid-July and was given approval. The plan proposes a change in campus structure with Year 10 moving to the Kinnoull Campus and Years 4–9 remain ing at the Tiverton Campus on High Street. This change means a new classroom building and some relocation for specialist areas at Kinnoull. A significant detail underlying the restructure is to reduce class sizes in Years 7–10 from 32 to the mid 20s. To maintain present numbers (1,250) extra classrooms are required at each year level. The Master Plan allows for relocation

of class levels at Tiverton and an increase in staff and administration on both campus sites. The Plan also makes provision for a staff car park at Tiverton with a playing area for students on top of the car park. The next stage of the process is the presentation of our plans to the Stonnington Council.

It was an honour for the College, in early August, to host a visit by the Governor of Victoria, Sir James Gobbo. Sir James addressed all students at an assembly, and met with the College Leaders and staff for morning tea. We thank Old Collegian, Mr Paul Woods, Aide to the Governor, for arranging the visit.

At the time of going to print, we are looking for ward to the privilege of welcoming the Archbishop of Hobart, Dr Eric D’Arcy, back to his alma mater to celebrate his Golden Jubilee of Priesthood. (See page 15 for further details.)

Thanks to all for the excellent response to our May edition of Lasallian Roll Call. I congratulate

our editorial staff, and would also like to thank all contributors to this magazine — each article is appreciated by the wider College community.

Br Tim Peter Headmaster

Filipino students from La Salle Green Hills enjoyed an overnight stay at Phillip Island during their visit in May. Visits to Healsville Sanctuary, Sovereign Hill and an extensive sight-seeing tour of Melbourne were included in the 12 day exchange from Manila.

Mr Paul Woods

(1989), Mrs Genie Scott (Alumni Officer), Governor Sir James Gobbo and Br Tim Peter

A Tribute to Br Damien Harvey F.S.C.

“It is indeed the loss of one of our most impor tant ‘older statesmen’, who carried his faith and zeal through many different challenges in life.”

Br Gerard Rummery f.s.c.

Br Damien’s fondness for De La Salle College, Malvern, has been well documented. Over the past four years he particularly enjoyed his involvement with Lasallian Roll Call. A week prior to his passing, he provided us with his usual copious amounts of notes on the whereabouts of Old Boys for this edition. As we celebrate and give thanks for a life that has touched the hearts of thousands of people, we are proud to dedicate this issue of our magazine in honour of his contribution to Malvern. As the Superior General of the Brothers, Br John Johnston, wrote from Rome, “….may he continue to be a source of inspiration for all who knew and loved him”.

The following is a summary adapted from the obituary written by his good friend, Br Finian Allman f.s.c., which appeared in many sections of the media:

Raymond Hamilton Harvey was born in March 1916, the only son and eldest of five children. Educated at De La Salle College, Malvern, he decided, after a short period in the workforce, to enter the order of De La Salle Brothers. Br Damien, as he was to be called, began his religious teacher-training studies at Cootamundra, N.S.W., in 1933 and began his teaching career at Marrickville, N.S.W. There followed a series of appointments to De La Salle schools in Armidale (N.S.W.), Malvern and Mentone (Vic.) and Castle Hill (N.S.W.). In all these places his impact was inspirational. Boarding schools, where he was often in charge of resident students, profited by his determined and fraternal encouragement. In the days before sports psychologists, Br Damien was able to motivate students to rise above themselves.

It was inevitable that a man of Br Damien’s calibre would one day assume the role of principal. In 1950 he was appointed Director of Juniors (young men preparing to be teaching brothers) and in 1957, after studies in Rome, he became Headmaster at Oakhill, Malvern (1971–77) and St John’s College, Dandenong. Held in high esteem, he was called upon by the Catholic Education authorities of N.S.W. in 1980 to establish a new college, Gilroy, in Sydney.

In 1986–88 he returned to Malvern as Deputy Headmaster, and in May of 1988 was appointed Auxiliary Visitor of the Brothers, with the special

portfolio of looking after the interests of aged and retired Brothers. Eventually retiring to East Bentleigh in 1995, he enjoyed an active involvement with the St Vincent de Paul Society and taught history, French and English at the University of the Third Age. His death came sud denly on 31st May 1999 after surgery on his carotid artery. He is survived by two sisters, Mrs Marjorie Coleridge and Mrs Patricia Adams, who were at his bedside when he peacefully passed away.

De La Salle College was special to him. There he had been educated, there he had been Headmaster and there he had established a very close rapport with the College community and the Old Collegians’ Association. No matter where his teaching duties took him, he was always keen to hear or read about his old school.

At the Requiem Mass held at St Peter’s Church, East Bentleigh on 3rd June, the Eulogy was given by Br James Taylor, together with other outstanding tributes. In Sydney on 5th June, Fr Les Troy CM, former Chaplain at Malvern, celebrated the life of this extraordinary man in the chapel of St John Baptist de La Salle. He was interred that day at the Brothers Cemetery at Oakhill.

Eternal rest give unto Damien O Lord May perpetual light shine upon him May he rest in peace

Governor’s Visit

On Monday 2nd August, the Governor of Victoria, Sir James Gobbo, made what was possibly the first ever visit by a Governor to the College. To mark this very special occasion, the whole school gathered in the Br James Taylor Gymnasium to hear the Governor’s address to the boys.

Sir James was greeted by the Headmaster, Br Tim Peter, and was very impressed with the sea of blue and gold which awaited him. He spoke to the boys on the "very important tradition of St John Baptist de La Salle" in caring for the poor and encouraged the boys to "play a similar role in society".

"Take a wider view of what it is to be poor and remember not just those who are starving, but

those who are lonely in our own society, many of whom simply waste away in insti tutions. Think of your obliga tions to the wider society and find chari table works that you can do now, even though your minds are occupied with your educa tion and with getting a job."

After speaking at the assem bly, the Governor had morning tea with the College Leaders, SRC representatives and staff in the Performing Arts Centre.

College Registrar

The position of Registrar was introduced at De La Salle in 1975 by the then Headmaster, Br Damien Harvey. Mrs Bobby Will was the first incumbent of this position, and was succeeded by our current Registrar, Mrs Elaine Tyrrell, who came to the College in 1977.

This vital role in the management of the College encompasses a number of areas. Primarily, Elaine is responsible for all enrolments, and in consultation with the Headmaster, collates the information required for the allocation of places to new students. It is also her responsibility to maintain a student and family database, as well as staff registration records. Elaine has implemented many computerised systems including a debtors system, which replaced the task of typing of fee accounts and, most recently, a system for the sale of textbooks, in conjunction with the Parents’ Association, which has raised a considerable amount of money for the College.

Elaine’s other responsibilities also include the provision of a range of statistical information required by various educational authorities and government bodies, and for Census and Catholic Education Office returns. The College is accredited to enrol overseas students (of which we cur rently have four) and Elaine monitors the regula tions relating to the acceptance of these students.

Elaine has observed a num ber of significant changes over the past twenty-two years, not the least of which is the decrease (by half) in the number of Brothers teaching at the College. The overall enrolment of students has risen from 1,050 in 1977 to 1,250 in 1999 with a peak enrolment of 1,295 students recorded in 1989. The number of classes in Years 7–10 has risen from four to six, and the individual class numbers have decreased from an average of 42 students per class to a maximum today of 32 students.

As you can see, Elaine takes on enormous responsibilities for the smooth running of the College, and we are appreciative of her meticulous attention to detail accompanied by her professional manner and good humour.

Student Personal Development

The Personal Development Program run by the College for students from Years 7–10, includes major themes such as self-esteem, drug education, bullying/conflict resolution, health issues, careers, identity and pre-driver education. As the homeroom is seen as an important focus of the College structure, this program is conduct ed in homeroom groups with the homeroom teacher. During the past two years we have expanded the program to involve a number of theatre groups and guest speakers. In April, we arranged a visit by the God Squad (pictured) to visit our Year 10 students. This group is run by the Values for Life Organisation, and with a thought-provoking and challenging presentation, they provided our students with an insight into their community-run program, as well as focusing on issues such as maleness and identity, peer pressure, and drug/alcohol related issues.

At the Year 7 level, students participate in a Peer Support Program where they work in small groups run by Year 10 students, helping them to settle in to their new school. In the Self-Esteem units the aim is to encourage students to understand the purpose and meaning of rules in their lives, to set and achieve personal goals and assist them in gaining a sense of their own personal compe tence. The Drug Education program developed by the College, in conjunction with the Turning the Tide project — an outcome of the Victorian

identifies the need for collaboration between parents, school and the community.

A sequential program addresses the issues of tobacco smoking, alcohol, cannabis and other illicit drugs.

There is a strong sense of partnership between parents and College in this area, with the College acknowledging that its role is to support the good work already being done by our parents. Parents are widely consulted, are offered information eve nings and have an ongoing role in evaluation.

As Personal Development Coordinator, I appreciate the commitment the College, the school coun sellor and homeroom teachers have made to this program, and I extend an open invitation to all parents to contact me should they wish to do so.

Mrs Georgina Dwyer Personal Development Coordinator

Mad Walkathon

Each year the De La Salle Community engages in many aspects of social action. The purpose is twofold – to aid those in need, and to give students and staff increased empathy towards those less fortunate.

Our major student fundraiser is the Mission Action Day Walkathon, allowing the entire school to engage in an activity together. Under very

pleasant weather conditions the throng of walkers left Smith Reserve to traverse the course of 14 kilometres. There was a tangible spirit of cooperation and friendliness between walkers, supervisors, check-in staff, and of course the cooks, whose sausages were in demand! One of the features of our walkathon is that it enables staff who teach at the younger levels to renew acquaintances with older students. It also gives a chance for older students to exercise a pastoral role with our youngest members by walking with them or assist ing them along the way. St John Baptist de La Salle thoroughly approved of such relationships.

The final amount raised on the day was in excess of $32,000 which will be used for the Brothers’ Mission Works and local charities. A wonderful result and another example of the generosity of our community.

Mr John Finn

On behalf of the Mission Action Day Committee

Library Services

Students at De La have access to many excellent facilities and the library is no exception. With libraries located on each campus, we hold a range of journals and magazines, an excellent statistics collec tion (at Kinnoull), daily and back copies of newspapers, posters (at Tiverton), videos, cassettes, CDs, CD-ROMs, a range of audio-visual equipment for student use, as well as the expected extensive fiction and non-fiction collections.

The libraries form the backbone of the College network, with access to a cata logue of all library resources held across both campuses. A range of CD-ROMs is also available on our network and includes local newspapers (The Age and Herald Sun), journal indexes and encyclopedias.

The benefit of having good access to elec tronic information is that, regardless of where the student is situated, they are able to check the entire library holdings and browse through the CD-ROMs without having to visit the library.

Currently, the Kinnoull library has five PCs for student-use. The Tiverton library is in the process of extending its number of student-use PCs from five to sixteen. Internet access is also available, and a

We have a friendly and helpful staff of seven, including the College librarian, three teacher-librarians, two library technicians and a library assistant, all of whom are available at any time to help students and staff.

Ms Susan Jost College Librarian

Exciting Developments in Technology

1999 has seen the introduction of a number of new technologies that have changed the focus of Technology education at the College. An extensive upgrade to existing computers and the purchase of twelve graphic-optioned systems has enabled all classes to use computers as a tool to enhance student learning. A range of current software packages have also been purchased which allow students to gain skills in programs currently used in TAFE and tertiary institutions.

Students studying Systems are able to simulate and test electronic circuit theories using Crocodile Clips, where they can see simulated designs behave like the real thing — motors and gears turn, bulbs glow, and springs stretch. They can change circuit parameters to increase circuit voltages and watch the gears turn faster and bulbs glow brighter, until, as in real life, the inev itable happens, the circuit destructs (fun stuff!).

Years 8, 9 and 10 Systems Electronic classes have been introduced to PCB Wizard, a schematic CAD design suite that allows the students to develop finished artwork ready to etch. Students can then place and solder all components to devel op a fully integrated design solution.

Design Technology classes have been introduced to Caddsman Modeller and Cadkey 98. Both of these three-dimensional design packages enable our students to design and visualise concepts prior to construction. To complement the design process, the College has purchased, at a cost of $25,000, a computer-aided manufacturing centre. This computer-controlled lathe and mill integrates the design process to allow students to realise the end product fully.

Mr Keith Hoy Technology Studies

Music Camp 1999

On a chilly morning in May, approximately sixty students and ten staff set out for the Old Castlemaine Gaol and three days of intensive music-making. Students from the College Choir, String Ensemble, Jazz Band and Concert Band attended the camp and were competently tutored by an impressive line-up of specialist music teachers.

We spent approximately six hours rehearsing each day, and combined this “work” time with free time, including a tour of the gaol, a visit to the township of Castlemaine and a variety of board games.

The practice times included full rehearsals, as well as a number of sectionals where stu dents were divided into small groups for more intensive work ing sessions. One of the most important aspects of the camp was the way in which students experienced, and understood, the importance of teamwork and how everyone’s part is

equally important in terms of producing a fantastic sound.

Our major goal on the camp involved all groups working towards performing in the concert on the second night. This concert went very well and illustrated the high standard of work that was attained by all groups on the camp.

Overall, the camp was extremely successful and I am sure that both staff and students look forward

Visual and Performing Arts

To say that the Visual Arts at the College have expanded in the last decade would be an understatement. From a curriculum that once listed art and media studies, today we see, for example, our students in Years 9 and 10 choosing to explore the separate subjects of painting, sculpture, graphics and media studies. The V.C.E. students are able to study art, studio arts (photography), graphic communication and media studies.

The performing arts are also thriving: school holiday workshops with The National Institute of Dramatic Art, the recent music camp at Castlemaine and the Rock Eisteddfod are just some of the activities avail able to our stu dents.

It seems that as we become more technologically

advanced, the need for personal expression is realised. Computers are expanding artistic possibilities in ways that we once couldn’t have imag ined. Our boys are embracing new technologies and utilising them to their advantage. In this age of instant communication and mass production, highly personal work is still produced and appre ciated. The latest software packages are explored with the same enthusiasm as more traditional methods.

I invite all our readers to visit the school during our Annual Arts Week, which is to be held from Monday 11th to Friday 15th October, and in par ticular the opening of the V.C.E. Visual Arts Exhibition on Tuesday 12th October at 7pm.

Mr David Happ Key Learning Area Coordinator – The Arts

Chris

Since the introduction, in 1991, of a junior tennis section of the A.C.C., De La has been runners up on three occasions, twice by a margin of only one match. This year our Year 10 team finally took out the Premiership when it defeated St Bernard’s, Essendon, by eight matches to four. Captained by Don Reyes, who has played tennis for the College since Year 7, the team consisted of Luke Adams, Tom Woods, Dan Quinn, Chris Mitchell, Tim Dunne, Cameron Tout, Gavin Mahony, Daniel McKenna, Ryan Tull and Sam Rix. All boys worked hard throughout the season, especially during our Monday night practice sessions where we worked to overcome weaknesses and become familiar with our doubles partners. Throughout the season a genuine camaraderie developed and as coach I enjoyed working with this very enthusiastic team who had a genuine desire to play to the best of their abilities.

Basketball

Due to the expansion of the A.C.C. we have entered six teams (instead of two) in this year’s competition, giving many more students the opportunity to represent the College. With two teams each in Years 9 and 10, players have to train and play hard to keep their place. The senior squad is the strongest for a number of years and the enthusiasm and commitment shown thus far should ensure a suc cessful season.

Home games are played in the Br James Taylor Gymnasium, with the new floor providing a top-class surface.

Basketball is one of the only sports where other students are able to see their peers in action, therefore it is quite a daunting prospect for opposition teams

Volleyball

The introduction of a weekly volleyball competi tion to the A.C.C. competition has seen De La Salle field three teams. This has been quite a culture shock to the College as previously only a senior volleyball team had been thrown together for a once a year round robin competition. The new schools in the A.C.C. have had years of experience with this sport, as it had been a part of their previous competition in the E.I.S. The Years 9, 10 and senior volleyball players have embraced this challenge and have become part of history as the first players to represent the College in a weekly competition. The players trained hard under the guidance of Victorian Institute of Sport coaches and have shown rapid improvement. The potential for two teams in each level is there, and is something we will be striving for in 2000.

Special thanks to staff members Adrian O’Connor – Year 9, Peter Crellin – Year 10 and Ros Whittaker – Seniors, who have taken on coaching roles.

Mr Tim Ford

to play De La in front of 400 students cheering for the home team. Coaches for 1999: Michael Naughton – Year 9, Tim Ford – Year 10 and Senior, and Matt Breen – Senior, have been joined by Brett Atley who has provided the squad with valuable coaching experience through his involve

Football Lightning Premiership Day

Of the many sports offered in the College curriculum, Australian Rules football is certainly ‘alive and kicking’ at De La. One of the highlights of the calendar for staff and students, from Years 7–10, is the annual Tiverton Football Lightning Premiership Day. This tradition, instigated by sports teacher Mr Michael Ryan 15 years ago, involves homeroom teachers assuming the role of “football coach” for the day. Homerooms compete against each other in a round robin style competition at three different venues within close proximity. The lead up to this day is huge, with all Physical Education classes involved in football skills; before, during and after-school training sessions and organisational and tactics meetings. Importantly, the emphasis of the day is on partici pation, with each homeroom not only fielding a team but providing helpers such as runners, boundary and goal umpires, waterboys, etc. In the homeroom and Year level context, this day is a wonderful example of Lasallian spirit, aided by the ubiquitous sausage sizzle, spot prizes and awards for team and individual performances.

This year the weather for our carnival was kind to us, and I thank all the teachers and students for making it such a success. I would also like to thank the many Old Boys who acted as umpires for the day.

Mr Tim Ford Sportsmaster

Weightlifting Rolls On

How do you replace an Olympic weightlifter and Commonwealth Gold medallist as coach of our very successful College weightlifting team? This was the question facing us late last year when Damian Brown (1987) accepted a position with the Olympic Job Opportunity Program and is currently training in earnest for Sydney 2000. After many years at the helm of our dominant De La Salle weightlifting team, we are grateful for the expertise, knowledge and team spirit he developed amongst the students. With the assistance of the Hawthorn Weightlifting Club and some keen staff members in David Hale and Ken Stokes, hopefully the tradition of excellence will continue. Former students, Simon Heffernan, Paul Grace, and national coach Martin Leach, have given up many hours to help train the students during lunchtimes and allocated sport times. With the upcoming Schoolboy Championships our boys are training hard. Names such as Lukas Krajewski, Joel de Carteret, Simon McCoy, Joseph Pane, Joshua Johns, Dean Hewson and Daniel Decru could be the stars of the

future in Australian weightlifting. Many Year 7 and 8 students have taken up weightlifting during their lunchtime breaks, showing a great deal of talent which augurs well for the future.

Mr Tim Ford Sportsmaster

Blue & Gold Presentation Ball

In mid-February, the first of our Sunday morning dancing les sons commenced in preparation for the Blue & Gold Ball to be held on May 8th. The Presentation Set were certainly a keen, friendly group of young people and I am sure they didn’t really mind getting up early on their day of rest to learn how to Waltz and Cha Cha. Lessons pro gressed well and before we knew it, the ten weeks of training had passed.

With students arriving in limou sines, the night started in style. Excitement was the order of the night, plus a few nerves! The gentlemen looked extremely handsome in their tails, vests and bow ties, with their partners stun ning in their beautiful white gowns. They were received by the Headmaster, Br Tim Peter, Mrs Jan Loughnan (a former member of the Mothers’ Auxiliary executive), Mrs Christine Thompson and Mr Murray Enniss — both of whom are long-serv ing staff members of the College. We were entertained by a great five-piece band and enjoyed a sumptuous four-course meal. The highlight of the night, which had the audience on their feet clap

ping and cheering, was the encore Latin routine. If any student is considering being part of the Presentation Set next year, just ask one of this years participants – they would highly recommend it! I look forward to organising the Year 2000 Blue & Gold Ball and cannot think of a more pleasant way to get to know some of our students a little better!

Mrs Joy Bew Ball Coordinator

Sharing the Mission

Earlier this year John Finn, Head of Tiverton Campus, attended the Brothers’ District Chapter which was held at the Lasallian Training Centre in Narooma, New South Wales. Whilst lay partners

(teachers and administrators) had previously attended a Brothers’ Assembly, this was the first time that they had been invited to be part of ‘the processes of discussion and discernment that seem to be peculiar to the workings of a Chapter’. In summarising John’s report, we come to understand more fully that the Brothers are a family.

Just as a large family gathers for celebration, John and his colleagues felt very much part of the sense of reunion, camaraderie, banter, humour, debate and past history of the Institute. Experiencing a sense of welcome and value, he felt that the most enduring memory was the down to earth discussions that took place. He noted that the Brothers are very aware of the current state of play throughout the District (Australia, New Zealand and Papua New Guinea) in relation to welfare and schools….with all points of view being accepted for debate. A fact of life is that the current percentage of Brothers to lay staff in our schools was 94% lay and 6% Brothers, with the laity predominantly staffing many of the Lasallian welfare works. Looking into the future, the Brothers are optimistic, and inspiring, in their belief that the charism (spirit) of John Baptist de La Salle will live on — perhaps in a different form — but the message today is universal and complete.

In responding to future needs, John concludes by saying that the Brothers have opened their works to lay people and “it is now up to us to continue to realise the dreams of the Founder”.

Parents’ Association Report

The last few months have been very busy, culminating in events that were the result of significant planning and work commitments. We believe that these functions were fitting enhancements to the life of the College, and truly represented the nature of the dedication which many of the members of the Parents’ Association regu larly demonstrate.

In June we held the Annual Dinner Dance, a very enjoyable but also prof itable evening (surprisingly, as it was intended as non-profit), capably conducted by a sub-committee led by John Davies. We have received noth ing but favourable responses about the night and in thanking John and his committee, we must also acknowl edge the contribution the College Jazz Band made to the success of the night. Again, only favourable comments were received about their performance.

The other major event, which involved long-term planning and work, was the Annual Raffle drawn at the Dinner Dance. This event is regularly a major contributing factor in the funds we raise for the College, and this year was no exception. Very attractive prizes, made possible by solid sponsor commitments, are a key attraction. Success is partly derived from the support of the College

the front and deserves recognition for the way in which the raffle was conducted.

Other recent events have included a Family Mass, support for the Careers’ Night and a major working bee at the Jan Juc property. In addition, the mothers associated with the College participated in a rest and recreation weekend at Jan Juc. All events were very well supported and highly successful. The Fashion Parade is coming up in September, sure to be another great success, as are further weekends at Jan Juc both for the mothers and also for the fathers (another working bee!)

Pat White resigned her position as inaugural Secretary and Executive member at the August Annual General Meeting. I join with all members of the College community in expressing appreciation for her outstanding contribution, which has placed the Parents’ Association in a very strong position for the future. Whilst no one is indispensable, Pat White will be a very hard act to follow.

Full details of the new executive committee for the Year 2000 (as voted in at the AGM) are being finalised as this magazine goes to print. We will publish the complete list of office bearers in the next edition of Lasallian Roll Call

Community, but more so by the skill and diligence of the organising committee, and for this we express our sincere appreciation. As the leader of this organising group, the very hard working Parents’ Association Secretary, Mrs Pat White, is worthy of special praise. While she was ably supported by her committee, she very much led from

Mr Greg Gleason President

Mr Barry Felstead, winner of the Annual Raffle, is congratulated by Br Tim Peter.

Mothers relaxing at Jan Juc

From The Archives

Lasallian Roll Call is now in its fourth year of production. The College took over the original Roll Call, written by and for the Old Collegians’ Association, but delving into the history of our College, neither magazine can stake a claim as being the original community publication. A magazine titled The Lyre, first published in 1935, was the inaugural newsletter distributed by the College to the school community. This magazine, throughout its 24 years of existence, endeavoured to disseminate information on the achievements of its present and past students.

In the earliest issue held in the College Archives, dated December 1938, Vol 4 No 10, a feature article reviews the Duces, one of whom was Eric D’Arcy (see page 15), who “has made quite a habit of topping his class each year…and should star in Under 15s sport next year”. The front page of that issue recognises the large number of successful Old Boys, with praise given to the young men who had been educated at the College and contributed to society via the Public Service in Canberra, sporting achievements, and devotion to the Catholic faith via their ministry.

The gallant sacrifice given by fifty Old Boys during the Second World War hit the front page of the August 1945 issue, with donors to the OCA Shrine Fund also being recorded. In that issue “De La Salle Football Premiers for Fifth Successive Year” headed the sporting column. To help subsidise the production of the paper, adver tisements from the Embassy Theatre in Glenferrie Road would always appear.

Initially printed in A3 size, The Lyre’s editorial team consisted of the Proficiency Class under the direction of Br Xavier. In later years, cartoonist G. Gaidelis and photographer Paul Rankin joined the editors. In 1948 the magazine was reduced to A4 size and in May of that year, “The Month of Mary”, the silver jubilee of Corpus Christi was celebrated; the second chapter of the history of the College was published, and an advertisement appeared for Melrose Milk which “guards your health”. In July of 1948, The Lyre published its first ever photograph, that of Archbishop Daniel Mannix blessing the Shrine.

May 1952 features a photograph of the newly crowned Queen Elizabeth II.

Commonwealth Scholarships and ordained past students were mentioned throughout the

1950s, and in 1955 the editorial team thought it appropri ate to explain why their magazine was titled The Lyre: “From ancient times the lyre has been the symbol of music, and harmony is the soul of that art. We hope that this paper, by giving us a common interest, will help to unite us in loyalty to the school and so promote that spirit of harmony symbolised by the lyre.”

In August of 1955, the Editorial Committee was horrified that the Moomba Festival was being held during Lent, a season of penance in a supposedly Christian society…. a further example of the increasing pagan attitude of the Australian nation as a whole! The Mothers’ Auxiliary card nights; the De La Salle Film Society; that ever meandering monk Br Damien Harvey sailing to Rome; the acquisition of Kinnoull; the usual Class Notes; the annual Old Collegians’ Association Communion Breakfast and Cabaret Ball and Debutante Ball always rated a mention. Following World War II, the Old Collegians’ Association gained further exposure with a full column appearing in the 1948 issue, and by the time Melbourne hosted the 1956 Olympic Games, a full page was devoted to their activities. In the final issue held in the Archives, a list of suitable and unsuitable comics for children was published, with comics such as True Love, Phantom, Dick Tracey, Pictorial Confessions, True Tales of Romance being seen as inap propriate, but Playbox, Archie, Buffalo Bill and Tom Cat seen as suitable!

Our collection of The Lyre is unfortunately incomplete and we appeal to anyone who may have copies they would like to either donate or loan to the College, (or would like further information on our Archive and Museum Collection) to contact me at the College on 9509 3011.

Mr Steve Stefan Archivist

Alumni

Br damien Harvey f s c

Much has been written about Br Damien, and the Lasallian Roll Call committee wishes to express its sense of loss on his passing. Patsy Blight, Jonathan Hewett, Paul Woods and I will be forever appreciative of his regular personal words and notes of encouragement; his wisdom, enthusiasm and tangible assistance; his love of the Old Collegians’ Association and of all things Lasallian. His contribution will be sorely missed and, in reminiscing, we all agree that our enduring memory will be that of man who never failed to acknowl edge the talents, abilities and efforts of others.

In true Lasallian spirit, Br Mark Murphy, who now resides in East Bentleigh, has kindly offered to assist us in collecting information for our magazine. Br Mark taught at Malvern for almost three decades (from 1965–1993), so he knows, and is known by, the Malvern family very well. monsignor Kevin toomey o.B.e

The College Community was saddened to hear of the passing of Old Boy priest, Monsignor Kevin Toomey, who succumbed to cancer at Caritas Christi in Kew, on June 3rd 1999. One of seven children, he was born in 1921 and attended De La Salle from 1933–1938. He played football for Fitzroy in the 1940s and had a brief stint with the Customs Department before entering the semi nary and being ordained a priest on July 27th 1952. At his funeral, attended by over 1,400 people at St John’s in Clifton Hill, Archbishop George Pell referred to the many outstanding achieve ments of a much loved man who devoted his life to advancing the word of Christ and the church, particularly with young people. Many past and present members of the Y.C.W. (of which he was national director from 1955–62) kept a guard of honour as his coffin was brought away for burial. In a long and distinguished career, Monsignor Toomey was a man of action who had amazing energy, even when his health began to fail in his latter years. We ask that the Lord grant him eter nal rest.

careers nigHt

Nerida Quin, a very hard working parent at De La (and wife of Old Collegian Nick, 1963) reports on the successful Careers Night held recently at the College. More than 30 guest speakers, many of whom were Old Collegians, provided a high level of industry knowledge which was of great value to our students. During planning stages, Nerida found that our guest speakers were pleasantly ‘chuffed’ to be invited; that they had the opportu nity to share their wealth of knowledge with this current generation of students and were delighted to make the nostalgic trip back to their alma mater. Our sincere thanks go to Nerida and all those who contributed to such an important event on the College calendar.

Paul Woods Committee member, Paul Woods (1989), Aide to His Excellency Sir James Gobbo, Governor of Victoria, retired from this position in August, after eighteen months of service. Paul is currently taking leave to travel over seas, where he will catch up with younger brother Andrew (1992). Prior to his departure, Paul purchased a house in Burnley with his older brother, Damien (1988). On his return, he will re-enter legal practice with Deacons, Graham and James, in Melbourne. We trust that Paul is enjoying his travels, and look forward to his ongoing contribution to the College next year.

LasaLLian RoLL CaLL contacts

As Br Damien would have agreed, the show must go on! Lasallian Roll Call is your magazine and we thank all those who have taken the time to make contact with us. We encourage all our read ers to let us know what you are doing, by contacting Br Mark Murphy on Ph: +61 (03) 9570 5594; or contacting Genie Scott at the College on Ph: +61 (03) 9509 3011; Fax: +61 (03) 9509 3993 or our e-mail address: jfoley@world.net.

For your diaries: The Annual Mass for Yr 2000 will be held on Sunday, May 14th at the College.

Br Geoffrey Kennewell with Br Max Sculley (1953). Br Max visited Malvern earlier this year from Kenya, where he is Assistant Director of Young Brothers in Formation in Nyeri. He is one of the famous “one hundred brothers” who, in 1995, volunteered to work in developing countries designated a priority by the Superior General of the Brothers in Rome.

Golden Jubilee of Dr Eric D’Arcy, Archbishop of Hobart

Eric D’Arcy was born in Melbourne on Anzac Day 1924 and commenced schooling at De La Salle, Malvern in 1934. An exceptional student and athlete, he was College Captain and Dux in 1941, and was awarded a senior government scholar ship to attend Melbourne University. It is worthy to note that during his final school year, he had to travel by train and tram from Geelong every day! In reflecting on his time at De La, Eric noted that Br Dominic initiated his love of the French language and Br Jerome Foley was the greatest educator he has ever experienced in any school or university. He gave Eric the first experience he ever had of intellectual excitement – in physics especially. “I cannot remember ever having been bored at any class he took, no matter what the subject.”

In 1942 Eric entered Corpus Christi College and was ordained a priest on July 24th 1949. After five years as assistant priest at the Sacred Heart Parish in Oakleigh, he was appointed chaplain of the National Civic Council from 1955–59. In 1957 he graduated with a B.A. (Hons) at Melbourne University and M.A. (Hons) in Philosophy in 1958. Further studies took him to Oxford University in 1959 where he obtained a D.Phil in Philosophy. In 1961 his book Conscience and its Right to Freedom was first published in England, and in New York the following year. It was later translat ed into Spanish and French. From England, Eric moved to Rome where he undertook Doctoral studies, obtaining his Ph.D. in Philosophy.

Returning to Australia in 1962 , Eric became lecturer, senior lecturer and reader in Philosophy at Melbourne University — a position he held until 1981. During that time he published three more books, and numerous articles on moral philosophy and philosophy of Christian Faith, for a worldwide audience. In what must have been an extremely busy time of his life, he was also the parish priest at Parkville (from 1962–67); member and chairman of the University Board of Social Work; chairman of the Philosophy Department and from 1968–81, the Episcopal Vicar for Tertiary Education in the Archdiocese of Melbourne.

In 1981 he was appointed Bishop of Sale, a posi tion he held until 1988. For the past two decades, his generosity and willingness to serve is demonstrated in his being a member of numerous Vatican committees, including the Council for Non-Believers, the Congregation for Catholic Education, the Congregation for Bishops and the Commission for Cultural Goods of the Church.

In this his 50th year as a priest, we find His Grace at Mount St Canice as the Archbishop of Hobart. In a recent letter to Lasallian Roll Call he wrote, “I love De La, and I am grateful to it, and I am proud

Archbishop D’Arcy giving communion at his Golden Jubilee mass on June 24th at St Cecelia’s Church, South Camberwell.

of it. I beg God to bless those old De La boys who were close to me at school — five of them killed in action in Word War Two. One of the very closest — Jack Canty — was lying in his coffin in St Joseph’s Church, Malvern the night before I went down to Sale to become Bishop there.

Joining his wife in praying beside him is one of my last memories as a priest in Melbourne. I could go on with many other memories, but where they all lead me is to saying thank you for such generous good wishes. God bless De La, past, present and future.”

To celebrate and thank God for Eric’s vocation to the priesthood, the College has planned a Golden Jubilee Day with His Grace as our special guest.

Br David Hawke, Provincial of the Brothers, will also join us for the day commencing with a whole of school Mass for the Poor, morning tea with the Leaders, a Mass at St Joseph’s Church that eve ning followed by supper, to which all our Old Collegians (pre-1960) were sent an invitation.

1999 Annual Mass

Br Damien always believed that the Annual Mass was an important occasion for all Old Collegians and their families, and with long-standing and loyal friend, Peter Strickland, he was delighted to be asked to actively participate this year. Everyone present on Sunday 16th May will trea sure the special contribution Br Damien made in his reading of one of the lessons. With the inclusion of our College Captains in the procession, and an invitation extended to the entire College community, the Annual Mass is becoming a wonderful experience for the whole Lasallian Family — past and present — to come together in worship. Old Collegian, Phil Green, welcomed all who gathered in the Performing Arts Centre. Old Collegians’ Chaplain, Fr Les Troy, celebrated the Mass, once again providing us with a unique and special homily. Our sincere thanks must also go to Chris Martin (class of 1974 and a teacher at De La since 1979) who, with his well-known musical talents, led the congrega tion in the singing of the hymns.

Morning tea afterwards was a great venue for catching up with old friends and making new ones. New parents to the College have commented on how much they enjoyed the experience of

Brothers’ Jubilee Celebrations

At a gathering held earlier this year at Oakhill in Sydney, the honour and challenge of doing justice to a group of men, who collectively have given 330 years of their lives to the education of young people, fell upon the capable shoulders of Br James Taylor. Br James, a former Headmaster and student (1954) at Malvern, paid fitting tributes to Diamond (60 years) Jubilarians — Bros Matthew Kennedy, Kevin Neville and Eric Pigott; and to Golden Jubilarians (50 years) Bros Cal Cusack, Brian Hanlan and Frank Brophy. We here in Malvern wish to also offer our congratulations to these Brothers, and in particular to Old Boys, Br Eric (1944) and Br Cal (1946).

In his thoroughly researched, and often humorous, address Br James said, “In addition to the three essential vows of Religion, (our Founder) prescribed that his Brothers also take a Vow of Stability. We live in a society today where marriage vows are often not taken as seriously as they were by earlier generations…… In such a society, we today honour men who made solemn promises to God fifty and sixty years ago, and whose lives, with God’s grace, have been wonder ful examples of commitment and fidelity.”

During their “tours of duty” Br Eric and Cal have both been Directors of Communities and Principals of schools. In recent times, Br Eric worked at Boystown, Qld. and the San Miguel Family Centre in NSW. Today he continues to give encouragement and inspiration to the staff and students at St James College, East Bentleigh. Br Cal, after many years teaching senior students here in Melbourne and in South Australia, is now working in adult education with the Aboriginal community at Balgo Hills in the eastern Kimberley region of W.A.

In closing, Br James quoted Br Jeff Calligan (from New Orleans): “To be a Brother has been enriching beyond my initial, youthful expectations. …..To be a lover and a worker, a consoler and a listener, a believer and a person committed to what some would deem an impossible hope. It is to be consumed with a zeal that permits no rest.”

Br Calixtus Cusak (1946), Br Eric Pigott (1944) with Br Tim Peter at the Oak Hill (NSW) Jubilee Celebrations

Pre-1960 Reunion

Many of the 150 guests who attended the Pre 1960 Reunion on Wednesday 23rd June had not seen the College in full working mode since the day they had left. Current Year 9 students greeted each guest and escorted them to the Performing Arts Centre, where they were welcomed by the sounds of the College String Ensemble. To the delight of all those present, Br Tim’s welcome address and the lunch were accompanied by the unforgettable sounds of a playground at lunchtime. Fr Owen Awcock (1952) said grace and another mem orable reunion was under way!

College archivist, Steven Stefan, prepared a wonderful display of photos and memorabil ia spanning the first 48 years of the College. During the revelry, our guests were entertained by the boys from Years 4 and 7, and the choir sang three numbers before asking every one to join them in singing the College Hymn. John Sullivan (1935) gave an uplifting and nostalgic toast to the College which was followed by yet another resounding chorus of "Cheers, Cheers" led by Cheer Master, Peter Strickland (1943).

Br Tim Peter Chats with Mr Joe Magree (1917), one of our oldest Old Collegians, and his son Peter.

Our thanks to all in attendance, particularly our interstate visitors, including John Walch (1943) and Br John Kidd (1953) from NSW, and Jim Griffin (1946), Michael Busch (1959), with his wife Denise, who travelled from Canberra to join us in what has been hailed another great day.

Malvern Salutes Frank Toohey

In February 1976, Br Quentin O’Halloran, who was Provincial at that time, bestowed the title of Affiliated Member of the Institute on one of the College’s most highly respected Old Collegians –Frank Toohey (1933). This honour, awarded to Frank for his outstanding contribution to the De La Salle Brothers, is the highest award of recognition that the Brothers give.

The life-long connection to the Brothers began when Frank first attended De La in 1926 in the Stanhope Street West schoolhouse, before the 180 students and five Brothers moved into the Tower Building in 1929. He recalls Br Peter Duffy bringing his white collars to the Toohey home, where his mother would starch and press them; walking home at lunchtime each day with the Brothers who lived on the corner of Irving Street; playing on the building site for the Tower building and vividly remembers Archbishop Mannix opening the new school. A brilliant student who topped his class most years, he matriculated at 15 years of age and later attended Melbourne University to study law. On graduating, he joined his father’s law firm and completed his Master of Law degree. Frank retired officially from his city office in 1998 at the age of 80, practicing law until he was 78!

An active member of the Old Collegians’ Association, Frank recalls with fondness and admiration Brs Jerome Foley and Stan Carmody. Significant in his memory are the halcyon days of

the College, par ticularly the growth and development that occurred from the mid–1940s onwards.

Frank and his wife Norah have lived in East Malvern for over forty years, where many a Brother will attest to the Toohey hos pitality and friend ship. Frank and Norah are enjoying retirement and keeping up with the adventures of their eight children and seventeen grandchildren. Two daughters followed their father into the legal profession and the third daughter is a nurse.

Their five sons all attended De La and today eldest son Paul (1969) is a De La Salle Brother, John (1974), a solicitor, Tim (1978) is a computer ana lyst, Justin (1980), also a solicitor, and Damian (1986) an accountant, who has recently increased the Toohey clan by one! Throughout his life Frank has given unstintingly of his time and expert professional advice, not only to the Headmasters at Malvern, but also to a grateful Provincialate in Sydney. For this, he and his family will be always remembered.

“Uphold the Right”

Questions were being fired like bullets at Senior Sergeant Alan Badrock (1969) from the Primary boys when they gathered to learn more about what happens in a “day in the life of a policeman”.

Although discussion took place on routine issues such as the duties and responsibilities of a police officer and how common crimes are dealt with, it was the use of fire arms and alternative methods for crisis control that captured the students’ imagination. When asked what was the best thing about being a member of the police force, Alan focused on job satisfaction. “To know that every day you must expect the unexpected, and that you can always help the person you are dealing with.”

Recalling his days as a student at De La Salle, Alan remembers one very memorable camp at Puckapunyal with the College Cadets. It was so cold he decided to leave his boots by the fire overnight only to discover next morning that they were burnt to cinders! He admits that his involvement with the Cadet Unit may have influenced his decision, at 16 years of age, to join the Police Force as a cadet before entering the Police Recruit Training School.

Alan and his wife Anne have six children, with sons Andrew (Year 11), Matthew (Year 8) and Stephen (Year 6) attending De La. Currently stationed at Burwood, Alan enjoys catching up with fellow Old Collegians, but is pleased that he has never had to deal with any in a professional capacity!

Twenty years on the run!

For the past two decades, Old Boys Barry Lyons (1966) and Tony McIlroy (1968) together with good friends Ralph McHenry and Peter McDonnell — all highly esteemed members of the Old Collegians Football Club — have met early each Saturday morning for a three lap run of the Caulfield Racecourse. Unfortunately, the founding member of this group, Barry Lyons, has reluctantly hung up his run ning shoes, faced with the threat of a hip replacement in the not-too-distant future.

Barry is a Life Member, former President (1979-1982) and Captain (1973-1978) of the Football Club, including premierships in 1975 (B grade) and 1977 (A grade). He and his wife, Annette, have four daughters and live in Glen Iris. Barry is a principal of JSP Associates, specialising in telecommunications and information technology recruiting.

Tony is a former secretary and treasurer of the Football and Athletics Clubs respectively. A Life Member of both, he tells us that he holds the record for the most number of games on the interchange bench! A Director of Finance and Administration with Bayside City Council, he lives in Kew with his wife Anne and their four children.

Tony is on the De La Salle College Council and son, Tom, is in Year 8.

Whilst Ralph McHenry and Peter McDonnell are not Old Collegians, they both are considered very much part of the Lasallian family due to their longstanding commitment to the Football Club.

Ralph, a past parent of De La, is a Life Member, former captain and president, holding the record for playing in all five premiership sides. Peter enjoyed a distinguished football career playing in four premierships and representing Victoria in the V.A.F.A. teams of 1977 and 1978.

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Old Collegian Football Club Members, Ralph McHenry, Barry Lyons (1966), Peter McDonnell and Tony McIlroy (1968)

L to R at rear: Senior Sergeant Alan Badrock, Stephen Badrock, Chris Gleeson. Front row: Andrew Campbell, Daniel Conroy, Matthew Wall and Sam Taylor

News from the United States

Kevin Grace (1987) was a very good junior golfer having taken up the game competitively at the age of thirteen. A left-handed player, he represented De La from Year 10 onwards, winning many championships for the College and also for his club, Commonwealth.

A desire to one day qualify to play on the American Tour led him to the American Embassy in search of a university scholarship. After completing Year 12 at Malvern he was offered a scholarship to study Sport and Education at South-eastern Louisiana University (SLU). After his first year he transferred to a Marketing and Management Degree, as accountancy had been his favourite subject at De La. Kevin went on to gain a Masters Degree in 1995 from Louisiana State University, and in 1996 commenced lecturing in Finance back at SLU. Prior to his appointment to SLU, he married fellow accounting student, Tamara, and they now eagerly await the birth of their first child. Kevin found the professional golf scene in the States very competitive and, despite a handicap of three, he has been content to compete in the Amateur and State tournaments with considerable success. With his knowledge of the game and his finance background, he would eventually like to work in the golf industry. It would seem that with

his enthusiasm and initiative, this goal will be certainly achieved.

Visiting Melbourne in June for his brother Anthony’s wedding, Kevin and Tamara visited the College where they were welcomed by staff and students who were keen to hear of Kevin’s experiences since leaving for the States eleven years ago.

Behind the Scenes at NIDA

At the beginning of this year, David Wilkinson (1996) was one of only 16 people to be accepted into the prestigious National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA) in Sydney, where he is undertaking studies in technical production via the three year Bachelor of Dramatic Art/Technical Production at the University of NSW. Competition is fierce for a place at NIDA and David had to undergo a rigorous full day of interviews and workshops as well as submitting a set for a hypothetical show, including technical ground plans and a detailed model of the set. A typical day for him consists of lessons in the morning, with afternoons and eve nings spent working towards the groups’ current production of Twelfth Night being performed by the second-year students majoring in acting. David’s love of the stage, particularly lighting, began when he was in the Camberwell Scouts working on their annual productions. In interview ing him for this article, he acknowledges that his teachers at De La Salle were instrumental in his career choice through the opportunities he was given to work on drama productions with Mr Ross Prior in Years 10–12, and his Systems and Technologies teacher, Mr George Spiridis. Both of

these men encouraged David to be creative and he believes they have given him a practical advantage over his contemporaries. After leaving school, David com pleted an Associate Diploma in Theatre technology at the Box Hill Institute prior to applying to NIDA. “Without theatre technicians, actors have nothing — no sets, no lighting, no sound — it’s all about both sides. An actor puts on the show; we make it happen for them.”

David is aware that he belongs to a very select group, and that this is a wonderful opportunity for his passion for the stage to become his career.

High Flying Hawk

Trent Croad (1997) is continuing on the fine tradition established over a number of years with Australian Rules Football Club, Hawthorn, by many De La Salle alumni, such as John Kennedy Snr, John Kennedy Jnr, Bernie Jones, Peter Murnane and Paul Cooper.

As a student travelling from Narre Warren into Malvern each day by train (where he admits to catching up on sleep!), Trent had to combine his studies and school commitments with a blossom ing career in football with Under 18s club Dandenong Stingrays. He was drafted by Hawthorn and called up to play his first senior match in round one of 1998, playing a total of 17 games for the year. This year Trent played in Hawthorn’s Ansett Cup Night Premiership side and was chosen to represent Victoria in the State of Origin game in June, where Victoria defeated South Australia for the Malcolm Blight Cup.

A recent article published in AFL Action in Profile, written by Peter Ryan, says: In football, as in any elite sport, players can be driven to near the end of their tether in their quest for improvement.

Hawthorn’s Trent Croad is a player with a big future. But success at AFL level requires constant improvement. Coaches must force young players to work hard to do this. “Ken Judge always

emphasises that I need to take my football to an AFL standard. It is no longer the under–18s com petition, but a professional sport……I think to get anywhere you’ve got to work hard. For sure, at times I’ve had to come to terms with that but I know that the purpose of it all is to take me to another level,”

Trent with Senior Coach of the Hawks, Ken Judge, who also has two sons at the College

In what little spare time he has away from the sport he loves, Trent is studying Human Movement (part time) at Deakin University and enjoys surfing and basketball. Putting personal (the editor’s!) loyalties aside, we wish Trent, and Hawthorn, all the very best for the future.

O.C.A. Football Club Report

Whilst we have experienced some lean times this year on the football field, support for the club remains strong. On Saturday, July 17th, prior to the game against St Bernard’s, the Old Collegians’ Football Club held a Ladies’ Luncheon at the club pavilion on Waverley Road. It was very well attended by the women, and several men, who support the Club throughout the year.

Wendy Hynes welcomed all present, in particular Jacqui, wife of Captain, Phil Brasher and Grainne, wife of club president, Mark Lowe. Quoting from Kevin Sheedy’s book Women in Football, Wendy paid tribute to the support women gave the football club, in particular those who staffed the original canteen by erecting a tent at each game: Peg Purcell, Elsie Compton, Nita Raynor and Tess May. She also thanked the following women who have given of their free time to work around the club in more recent years: Julie Sheedy, Joy Bolt, Nola Bosnich, Joy Saliba, Pat Darcey, Mary Rudd, Cath Mackintosh and Pat Conroy. A spe cial mention must also go to Loretta Crowe who brings a wealth of knowledge to DLSOCFC due to

her time spent with several Victorian country Clubs. Our Club is delighted to have Loretta on board as Treasurer. Wendy reminded the younger women at the luncheon that the time will soon come for a ‘changing of the guard’ in the ladies support group.

A good time was had by all and we sincerely thank Wendy for her commitment to the Club over many

Did You Know?

By Br Damien Harvey and Paul Woods

Simon Janes (1992), a former committee member of the Old Collegians’ Association in 1993–1994, wrote to let us know what he and his three brothers are up to. Simon, who lives in Windsor, completed a Commerce degree and also undertook a corporate traineeship with Coles Myer. He was promoted to Treasury Office at Tooronga and is currently studying for a Graduate Diploma in Applied Finance and Investment with the Securities Institute of Australia.

Tim Janes (1988) undertook the Bachelor of Commerce degree at Deakin. After living in Sydney for many years, he is now domiciled in Elwood, and is a manager at Shock Records in Melbourne.

Chris Janes (1980) completed a Bachelor of Economics at Monash and a Graduate Diploma in Finance. He resides in Cammeray (NSW) and is Vice–President of Foreign Exchange at Chase Manhattan in Sydney.

Damien Janes (1979) is married to Bronwyn and lives in Berwick. After completing his Economics Degree at Monash and further studies with the Securities Institute of Australia, he is now a Sales Manager at AMP in Glen Iris.

Kevin Grace (1987) visited Melbourne from the United States (see page 19) in June with his wife Tamara, to attend the marriage of his brother Anthony (1988) to Kirsty Scott. Other old boys in the bridal party included their brother Michael (1985) and Stephen Wain (1988).

Br Brendan Crowe (1957) is now at St Bede’s, having had to return from PNG due to health reasons. Br Brendan and indeed the entire Crowe family have been very loyal supporters of the Old Collegians’ Football Club for many years.

Phil Brasher (1984) is to be congratulated on being appointed Captain of our OCA Football Club’s A grade side. Together with many of our old boys, Phil provides us with great entertain ment of a Saturday, or in the Herald Sun on Mondays.

Br Colin (Sixtus) Griffin, who taught at the College during the 1960s, is as busy as ever. He is the Auxiliary Visitor for the District, on staff at the new school — Good Samaritan College, in Hoxton Park, NSW, still vitally involved with professional development of staff via seminars at Narooma and has recently attended the Asia/Pacific Lasallian youth gathering in Sri Lanka. On his return he will head off again for a four- month renewal program for Brothers in Sangre de Cristo, New Mexico.

Christopher Awcock (1951), twin to Fr Owen, has recently returned from Adelaide where he was Librarian at Flinders University. He now lives in Port Melbourne where he is enjoying semi retirement. In June he attended his first Reunion at the College with his brother.

Dr Gavin Frawley (1978) has spent three months with his wife and five children travelling overland to the Top End where he practiced medicine for the Kimberley Aboriginal Medical Service before returning to his own practice in Wangaratta.

Allan Hogan (1963) and his family have moved from Sydney to Brisbane with his job in Boeing Australia Ltd. His brother, John (1965), continues with his busy airline company in Canberra.

Dominic Sandilands (1997) is enjoying life in Sydney as he studies Podiatry at University of Western Sydney, McArthur Campus, in Campbelltown. His father Peter (1967) is feeling better after having a knee reconstruction, the result of many active years on the football field. His Grandfather Leo (1931) caught up with many old friends at the recent Pre–1960s Luncheon.

Peter Juliff (1955) has recently retired from his position as Foundation Professor and Head of School of Management Information Systems at Deakin University. Peter has spent the last 30 of his working years in computing education, was the author of several books and a member of a number of international committees on computing. He has five children and five grandchildren and will now be seen more frequently on the bicy cle paths around Glen Iris.

Honorary Old Collegian Greg McHenry celebrated earlier this season when he played his 250th game of football for De La Salle Old Colls, in the third division. His record includes three senior A-grade premierships (in 1980, 1983 and 1984) and an A-reserve grade premiership. Greg is equally successful in his athletic pursuits where he competes for the De La Salle Athletics Club.

Paul Tuchtan (1994) is currently teaching at Nyah West Primary School, while his brother Charles (1991) is lecturing at the Melbourne College of Natural Medicine. Charles is engaged to be married to Vicki Stafford.

Michael Kennedy (1943) reports that his sons are all well and enjoying their various careers. Peter (1973) is married to Anne, sister of his classmate John Collins (1973), and with his three children lives in Ormond. His company is involved with factory relocation. Robert (1974) is the Administrative Officer for the Japanese Consulate; not surprising to know he loves a game of golf.

Did You Know (continued)

Brendan (1976) is married to Cath and with their two children lives in Sydney where he is a Chemistry Lecturer at Sydney University when not overseas. Christopher (1979) married to Tania has two children and after 10 years in Adelaide has returned to Melbourne, having completed his Masters in Industrial Relations. Matthew (1981) lives in Thornbury and spend his workdays 'saving the planet' with his company, which revegetates the metropolitan area with native flora!

Sean McAleer (1995) and Nick McGowan (1995) are putting their studies in Human Movement on hold for two years while they take up an International Exchange Program and study Hotel Management with the Sheraton Hotel in Atlanta, USA. They hope any Old Collegians travelling in the area will look them up.

Kieran Grafen (1984) has taken long-service leave from De La where he has been Year 7 Coordinator this year. During his travels overseas he intends to spend several months with fellow school friend and teaching colleague Peter Ball (1972), in Japan.

Robert Butler (1956) is currently Chief Executive Officer of the Australian Dental Association. During his dental career, Robert spent 20 years caring for fellow naval personnel in the Navy.

John Bolt (1957) when he is not working for the Engineering/ Construction Company can be seen each week with his wonderful wife Joy and various members of their family at the De La Football Club, overseeing the smooth running of the club room and the canteen. Michael (1981) their eldest son, is Head of the Art Dept. at the London school where he teaches. Stephen (1988) a greenkeeper at Commonwealth golf Club, can be seen each week playing for the DLSOCFC Warriors.

Bernie Hoy (1953) can be seen each "home game" on the door of the De La Football Clubrooms col lecting monies for lunches. Prior to each game he invites the opposing teams supporters to the lunch. His sons Stephen (1991) and Brendan (1988) both play for the Warriors.

Ken Purcell (1941) was disappointed not to be able to attend the Pre-1960 Reunion. This was due to the need to convalesce following a knee recon struction: his wife Peg is nursing him so they can celebrate their belated 50th Wedding Anniversary.

Paul Cooper (1986) and Ben Mannix (1992) have been selected this year from the DLSOCFC Firsts, to represent the Victorian Amateur Football Team; congratulations!

Paul Fisicaro (1992) has set up his own business, writing web sites and home pages for businesses and sporting associations. He was recently assisting the DLSOCFC in the preliminary stages of establishing their own web site.

Leon Kildea (1969) and John Kavanagh (1969) both hold positions of responsibility at their respective schools. Leon is Principal at

Wangaratta High School while John is Assistant Principal at Coomoora Secondary College.

John Gilfedder (1949) has been looking forward to his brother’s return to Melbourne from Africa for a holiday. Br Peter Gilfedder (1948) intends to then travel interstate to visit the Brothers communities before taking up a new posting as Secretary to the Superior General at the Generalate House in Rome.

Joe Magree (1917) was the most senior Old Collegian at the Pre 1960 Reunion in June, and having won the Senior 400 metres race (he was the only competitor) a few years ago, he still looks as if he could do it again!

Br Tony Cummins (1979) is looking forward to his 1979 Class Reunion; this will be the first opportunity he has had to see many of his classmates since he left De La. The date for this occasion was actually determined to accommodate his busy schedule.

Peter Lymbertos (1991) has recently returned from a year travelling and working overseas, and is now working in a corporate sales position with BMW in Doncaster.

Adrian Chant (1975) has returned to live in Melbourne after nearly 25 years in Canberra. He moved there with the Army and later worked in retail then the Public Service. He is working in accounts at his current job and is hoping to catch up with some former classmates at future De La reunions.

Andrew Scott (1991) has an August wedding date with Brigitte Klarica at Sacre Coeur Chapel. His best man Jonathan Bradner (1991) and groomsman Damien O'Brien (1991) will be amongst some of the De La classmates at the wedding including Paul Grant (1991) who is travelling from London just for the wedding.

Peter Carolan (1963) has been seconded by the International Red Cross to investigate and, if possible, implement a voluntary donor blood bank in third world countries. He will spend three years in Zurich working on this project.

Br Robert Aron (1967), a Christian Brother, has completed a seven year term as Director of Sombetini, East Africa, where he was in charge of the formation of young men. His fluency with the Kiswahili language enabled him to relate well with the candidates and their families. He will under take a new role in Nairobi as the manager of a slum school at Reuben, after a short break.

Rest In Peace

Geoffrey Elliston (1953)

Br Damien Harvey f.s.c.

Alan Healy (1943)

Arthur Kight (1946)

John Lambe (1953)

Christopher Lorkin (1996)

Anthony O’Hearn (1993)

Richard Patterson (1945)

Percy Salmon (1932)

Des Spain (1941)

William Thomas (1942)

Monsignor Kevin Toomey OBE (1938)

Our condolences and prayers of support are offered to all families in their time of sorrow

How fortunate you ought to consider yourselves to be working in the field of the Lord, since our Lord says that the reaper will surely receive his reward

St John Baptist de La Salle

Requiem Mass for Br Damien Harvey, held at St Peter’s Church, East Bentleigh, 3rd June 1999