Roll Call - September 2001

LasaLLian RoLL CaLL

A PublicAtion for the De lA SAlle college community — mAlvern SePtember 2001

Headmaster’s Report

The story of Jesus as the Good Shepherd is always one that gives comfort. Here is someone who will protect us, will leave those who are happy and go after the one who is lost, one who will be on the look out for our safety and our journeying. We crave this type of attention. We want to belong, to recognise the loved voice in the midst of the discord that is our lives. In a world of shallowness we long for an authentic voice. Where is the voice of affection and genuine concern? Where is loyalty? I choose to believe it is readily found and that people can see through the discord and the sinister and know goodness.

Goodness has been shown this year at De La Salle College with students, staff and parents who have responded very generously to two major appeals for those in our world who are in need. The Mission Action Day (MAD) held in Term1 raised $40,000 for various missionary activities and local charities, and in Term 3 over 5,000 non-perishable items were collected for distribution to the disadvantaged at our Social Justice Mass held on the Feast of the Assumption. These two events highlight the generosity and compassion that exists in our College community.

Support by students this year for the Primary (Wakikirri) and Secondary Rock Eisteddfods was very high and, in both groups, the boys were guided musically by the outstanding talents of Mary Finn and Nicole Muling. Mary Blood, David Happ and a staff support team produced imaginative sets and College parent Margaret McCoy showed exceptional creative flair in the making of all the costumes. The tremendous efforts and four months of build-up led to both the Primary and the Secondary groups being selected for the State finals — an excellent effort for all concerned! Congratulations. We wish them well in the challenges ahead in September and October.

A new College Prospectus was produced this year highlighting the various aspects of the curriculum on offer at the College. It is an excellent production developed by the College’s Development Officer Robyn Brasher, Alumni Officer Genie Scott and College Archivist Steve Stefan in conjunction with Old Collegian Nick Quin (1963) and his business ‘College Profiles’. The brochure is an impressive introduction to our College.

In this issue of Roll Call, dates are highlighted for the forthcoming celebrations for De La Salle College’s 90th Anniversary in 2002 — an historic occasion for all in the College community. It will be of utmost importance to celebrate this anniversary with as many Old Collegians as possible, so please come and join us at all the planned Anniversary functions. This year has seen a new development in the recognition of academic excellence throughout the College. Following the very successful presentation of academic awards for Semester 1, a similar event will be held for Semester 2 in November. All students’

families from Years 7–11 will be invited to join their sons at a special assembly where the presentation of academic excellence and sporting achievements will be held. Students from each homeroom in every year level will receive awards. An opportunity to celebrate with fellow students and staff will follow.

Our traditional Graduation Mass for Year 12 students will be followed by the Presentation of their Graduation Certificates. This will take place on the night of October 18th at the Heath Centre at Caulfield Racecourse. The Valedictory Dinner for Year 12 students and their parents will follow this ceremony on another level of the same venue

Once again my thanks go to all contributors of this issue of Lasallian Roll Call and to our editorial staff. I hope to see you at one of the Anniversary celebrations.

Br Tim Peter Headmaster

Bequests to the College

If you feel that De La Salle College contributed to your position in life today, then through your support you can help us prepare the De La Salle Collegians of tomorrow.

Contact: Br Kevin Moloney (our Bequest Officer) through the College.

LASALLIAN ROLL CALL COMMITTEE

Executive Officer: Br Tim Peter

Editor: Genie Scott

Photography/Production: Jonathan Hewett

Reporting/Research: Robyn Brasher

Enquiries to the College at: 1318 High Street, Malvern 3144 Ph: 03 9509 3011 Fax: 03 9509 3993 Website: www.delasalle.melb.catholic.edu.au

Cover Photo: Michael Shelton, Simon Chen and Tom Van de Laak

Br Tim Peter congratulates Alex Jozsa who received five Academic Excellence Awards.

Tiverton Campus Kinnoull Campus

At Tiverton Campus this year the students have shown great enthusiasm to become involved in the numerous co-curricular activities and pursuits that are now so much part of the College life.

At a Tiverton Assembly after the end of Semester 1, we invited the parents and families of the Academic Excellence Awards recipients (two from each class) to attend. The Assembly was an acknowledgment and recognition of the hard work and success achieved by the students. Br Tim presented each student with a certificate recognizing their achievements.

This year, for the first time, we invited the grandparents and significant friends of our Year 7 students to attend our Grandparents’ Morning. For many of the guests it was a nostalgic morning. They were given a tour of the College after a number of special student performances took place, including interviews with Old Collegian grandfathers. Several musical items were performed, followed by a very pleasant morning tea.

Year 9 students were also involved in a new initiative organised by Mr Bourbon and Mr Ryan where each class attended a Personal Development Day titled “What is a Bloke?” Many themes and issues were discussed including masculinity, sexuality, self-esteem and communication. The feedback from both staff and students has been excellent.

On August 15th, the whole student and staff body gathered for a Social Justice Mass in the College Gymnasium, which was celebrated by Fr. Brian Sullivan, C.M.

These have been just a few of the many different facets of school life on Tiverton Campus.

Peter Riordan Head of Tiverton Campus

In June some of our Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Accounting and Psychology students sat their first VCE exams, generally performing well, with results on a par with recent years. In addition all students doing Units 3 and 4 subjects were required to sit the General Achievement Test (GAT).

Raising awareness for our society’s needs forms an important component of our social conscience and two major events were Mission Action Day and the Social Justice Mass, in which fundraising and gifts of food were given to those in need. In May representatives from Years 11 and 12 joined 12,000 other students from Catholic schools in the Melbourne Archdiocese for a Reconciliation Gayip (Gathering) at the Rod Laver Arena.

Our Theatre Studies class skilfully performed the drama ‘Cosi’ and Matt Clancy (College Captain) and fellow student Damian Clancy, in conjunction with Sacre Coeur students, won the regional Shakespeare Festival performing a scene from ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’. Kinnoull students have been involved in the Rock Eisteddfod production and were excited to reach the finals. At the local level, students have performed musical items for their peers at lunchtimes in ‘Kinnoullstock’.

On a social note, the Blue and Gold Presentation Ball was a very successful evening and the culmination of many Sunday mornings of dance practices. The Year 12’s Formal provided a happy and memorable night for all.

The College community was saddened by the sudden death of James Lloyd of Year 11 in August and extend their prayerful sympathy to his family.

Br Adrian Watson Head of Kinnoull Campus

Kinnoull Academic Award Winners

Back: Michael Hunter, Cameron Tout, Tim Salanguit, Jason Green, Liam Murphy, Luke Thompson, Anthony Fernon, Christian Lambert, Tom Moloney, Michael Turner, Simon Martin, Matthew Buhagiar, Paul Davies

Middle: Matthew Tyler, George Tsaousidis, Sean Smyth, Matthew Clancy, Patrick O’Farrell, Leigh Mullin

Front: Justin Balbata, Alex Jozsa, Edward McLaughlin

Unlocking Literacy

To leave school with an ability to think, to communicate and to reflect on themselves as confident young men is the goal set for De La Salle College boys by the staff who teach literacy skills.

Literacy is more than just reading and writing. It is the key to making sense of the world in which our students will live, communicate, make decisions and accept responsibility. It facilitates selfknowledge and the acceptance of others with differing points of view.

There are many ways in which boys may improve their literacy skills. To better understand literacy it is helpful to dissect it into several skill areas: reading, writing, speaking and listening then examine each area.

Possibly of most importance is the ability to read. From the primary classes to VCE we actively encourage the students to read. It is hoped that ‘pleasure in reading’ will be the outcome. To this end, we schedule a daily period where students engage in silent reading. Following this, there is discussion and meaningful interaction with peers where they can talk freely about their reading. Mindful that we need to

teachers endeavour to model reading during this period. Many good readers have friends who also enjoy reading and they will often share and discuss their favourite books. These readers know that the more they read the better they become.

The students who most concern us are those who have not yet discovered that reading is both personally pleasurable and also vital for a successful education. Poor readers are word-focused, tire quickly, lose the meaning of the text and find it difficult to sustain their reading concentration. We recognise the need for appropriate literature for these students and so we enlist authors to help us, particularly those who write for boys. The skill of writing comes effortlessly to those students who love it as they find an outlet for their creativity and develop an ability to express themselves. Our teaching staff guide students who have writing difficulties with strategies that build upon their former successes. A strong foundation in writing depends upon good speaking skills as well as a guided reading

As literacy skills are required to help our students make informed decisions for themselves, speaking and listening are two of the rational processes where analytical skills are required. We tackle topics in the English classroom where we value the students’ opinions while challenging them to view topics from different perspectives. By listening critically to others’ points of view, our students have an ability to think, to communicate and to express their views with confidence.

Ms Lina Paladino

Karm Gillespie alias ‘Banjo Patterson’ entertaining Years 7 & 8 during Book Week.

Year 9 students Robert Breda, Baden Hammond, Peter Li Ting, Adrian Webster, Tom Leary and Nick Keating competed in a Book Week Literacy Trivia against Sacre Coeur College students.

Year 5 students Ryan Paturzo-Polson, Luke Williams, Anthony Kanellopoulos, Jackson Harper, Damian Giorgini

Library Reading Program

To encourage a lifelong love of reading and literature, the Library Reading Program, an initiative of teacherlibrarian Susan Robertson, has focused on students in Years 7 and 8. Our firm belief is that good reading habits reinforced at this stage of their education will carry through for the rest of these young men’s lives. They often need extra encouragement at this age to pursue their interests in reading. The support of the English teachers for this program is also acknowledged as playing an important role in establishing good reading habits.

Thanks to the generosity of our Principal, Br Tim, who recognized the importance of this program, substantial funds have been made available to allow the upgrading and expansion of the Library Fiction collection. This has attracted an increasing number of students each day at both recess and lunchtime to browse the latest titles and indulge in the pleasure of reading.

The Reading Program is also used as a vehicle to promote the Children’s Book Council’s short-listed Books of the Year. During Book Week authors are invited to the College to speak about their novels and this year we have welcomed Joan van Loon, James Moloney and Robert Corbett to share their ideas and skills on writing with students from Years 4 to 10. Mrs Robertson has received encouraging feedback from staff, parents and most of all from the boys themselves.

Ms Susan Jost College Librarian

Tribute to James Llloyd

On 30th August we celebrated the life of James Lloyd. Below are some thoughts we shared at the Requiem Mass with those who knew and loved James.

“Seventeen years doesn’t seem like a long time and we only knew him for five of those years, but in the short time we had together we developed a special bond that can never be broken. We can only share with you, what he shared with us, a glimpse of the friendship we all knew and loved.

Anyone who ever heard James’ laugh would certainly never forget it. He had an infectious chuckle that meant that no matter how hard you tried you couldn’t stop yourself from laughing with him. James took every opportunity to live his life to the best that he could. This passion is a gift he has passed on to us and every time we laugh we will remember James.”

At the conclusion of the Mass his friends from De La Salle College formed a ‘Guard of Honour’ as the cortege left the church.

When you join a school such as De La Salle College, you don’t become just another student of the College,

you become part of a large family for life! This was illustrated by the sea of ‘Blue and Gold’ present at the Mass and the number of friends, family and staff who attended to show their respect and give comfort and support to the family and friends of James.

Paul Golding with Mrs Ruth Hunter

Mrs Claire Kennedy-Curtis with William Haynh, Nathan Hall and Nicholas Szecsenyi

Michael McKenzie, Tim Whittacker, James Regan, Ben Wiggans, and Pierce O’Reilly

History in the Middle School

History in Years 9 and 10 provides our young men with the opportunity to understand issues and events that have affected both Australian and world history over the years.

In Year 9 the students look at the way significant events in our country’s history have shaped the Australian Identity. They consider such issues as the Eureka Event, the rule of the Bushrangers, the Civil Rights struggle of the Australian Aborigines, Federation and the Anzac Legend. The highlight of the course is the visit to the Melbourne Shrine of Remembrance. Here the students come to an understanding and appreciation of the significance and splendour of the memorial as a poignant reminder of those who have given their lives in various wars.

In Year 10 the students undertake an in-depth study of Nazism and the Holocaust. It isn’t long before the students are questioning how this phenomenon could have taken hold in a so-called Christian, democratic country. The highlight of the study last semester was our attendance at the Yom Hashoa Holocaust Commemoration Assembly at Mount Scopus College. After the ceremony one of the Year 10 students, Tom McIlroy, reflected on his experience: “Our study of the Jewish Holocaust was an amazing experience. We learnt all the facts and figures behind the greatest crime committed against humanity in human history. We even watched videos and read accounts, yet it was really difficult to fully understand the grief of those involved, that is, until we visited Mount Scopus Memorial College for their Yom Hashoah Commemoration Assembly. Here we heard from survivors and watched and felt the outpouring of emotion in the form of poetry and song from those of the second and third generations. What surprised us most of all was that there was no

together to prevent another Holocaust occurring.”

Our students were privileged to be invited to witness this ceremony and then spend time talking with some of the Mount Scopus students about their religion and the significance of the Holocaust in their lives.

Later in the term, students were required to present a creative interpretation of the Holocaust.

Nicholas Tschui of 10 Roland, composed a series of poems that tell of the experiences of an inmate at Sobibor, south of Warsaw. The following is the final stanza from one of his poems entitled “Arrival at Sobibor”

“In the Nazi work camp

Unsure of what to do

People close together

Like me have no clue.

I gaze at the sky

And wonder why I have been sent here.

What was my crime?

I had done nothing wrong, but been born a Jew”

Mount Scopus students light candles at their Yom Hashoa Holocaust Commemoration Assembly.

Mrs Christine Thompson with Year 10 students Tom McIlroy, Alex Rodgers and Daniel Colman

Mrs Christine Thompson Professional Development Coordinator

Missionary’s Message

Fr Brian Gore, a Columban Missionary, spoke to Year 11 students as part of the Religious Education curriculum. The unit involves a study of the community dimension of religion and Father Brian spoke specifically about the tensions between church and society. He has a unique perspective on this because of his fifteen years work with small Christian communities in the Philippines.

He raised the ire of those with money and land because he lived by the gospel and cared for the poor. Pressure finally culminated in trumped-up charges against him for murder even though other individuals had claimed responsibility to the crime six months earlier. Amidst a lot of worldwide publicity, he was forced to leave the country.

He spoke eloquently of his time in the Philippines, and went on to explain how he felt that forces counter to the gospel are at work in our world today. Some of the issues he discussed were the treatment of

Fr Brian Gore speaks to Year 11 students refugees, native reconciliation, and child slave-labour industries. He was a most compelling speaker who provided much food for thought.

Mr Patrick Jurd Faith Development Coordinator

What Is A Bloke?

Recent research has indicated that if education is a preparation for life, part of its role is to develop capacities within boys for self-knowledge, justice and human relationships. To this end De La Salle College has introduced a masculinity formation program for Year 9 students. This program, entitled ‘What is a Bloke?’ A Seminar Day for Year 9 Students on Masculinity, Self-Esteem, Relationships and Communication, focused on themes of gender, relationships and communication.

The personal development days involved each Year 9 homeroom group, with its homeroom teacher and three adult facilitators for a day at Firman Park, Bangholme. The groups explored the issue of “What’s good about being male”, in terms of selfesteem and developing respectful relationships, particularly with peers and adult males.

The program also aimed to develop basic skills for

film, structured discussions and communication skill development.

The program was initiated through the professional development of the Year 9 teaching staff with contributions and advice sought from Personal Development Coordinators at a number of schools. A consultant, Mr Nick Theophilou, experienced in working with boys and masculine issues, was also utilised in the preparation of the program.

The Year 9 boys found the program stimulating and beneficial, especially in the acquisition of new communication skills.

Mr Phil Ryan

Year 9 Miguel Homeroom Teacher

Year 9 students at Firman Park.

Mr Bourbon working informally with Year 9 students.

The Year 12 Theatre Studies class in conjunction with Presentation College proudly performed Louis Nowra’s play COSI. Each member of the Theatre Studies class selected two areas of stagecraft. The students designed and built the set, planned and operated the lighting and equipped themselves admirably in all the stagecraft areas. Nowra’s play presented a variety of challenges for our young performers. Although the play has a comedic style the play is a serious work.

The play is set in a mental institution and as you would expect some of the characters are bizarre. However Nowra poses questions about degrees of sanity. Are those confined to the mental institution sane or those living in society?

The play is set in the seventies and the Vietnam War impacts on the lives of the characters in varying ways. The seventies was also characterised by providing a number of different opportunities for mental patients, The purpose was for them to regain some vestige of their dignity. In COSI it is the dream of the inmates to perform the opera Cosi Fan Tutti. However none of them can sing and their problems range from drug dependency to pyromania.

The young cast were ably directed by Anne Rutherford Holt who was amazed by their resourcefulness, creativity, hard work and tireless energy. The cast performed to full houses and without the assistance of staff the play would not have been the huge success it was.

Ms Marg McPhee

Music Camp

Every year the college music department ventures to a designated solitary place to engage in intense practice of music.

It is not only a time for music but also a time to let the boys show hidden talents and gain confidence in being able to perform in front of an audience. It is also an opportunity for each person to further develop his musical skills.

The camp involves a combination of relaxation and very hard work for both students and teachers.

This year the music department ventured to Phillip Island. During our four-day stay students practised for about six hours each day engaging in solo performance, sectionals, ensembles and private practice.

Between music sessions we visited the Penguin Parade and some even braved the cold weather to swim in the outdoor pool. The camp offered top facilities and some of the many sporting and recreational facilities at the camp included a flying fox, a giant swing, archery, a ropes course, tennis courts, basketball courts, a rock climbing wall and indoors, a billiard table.

Over all, the camp was very successful. It allowed the individual to explore his own musical talents and create new boundaries for himself. All enjoyed themselves whilst maintaining their focus on music.

Matthew Vocale

Damien Clancy,David Carpenteri , Dean Keogh and Luke McBride perfoming in ‘Cosi’ with girls from Presentation College.

Year 12 Formal

Formals are fickle things. When organising an event like that, you never quite know whether to pack in lots of activities, prizes and speeches or keep things to a minimum and let the dancing do all the talking. We decided to rely on the De La boys’ ability to dance and looking back on the night, I think we made the right decision.

As the limos pulled up, people seemed to be having fun and they weren’t even inside! As far as I could tell, once they were in, everyone continued to enjoy themselves. The music was pumped and the people began dancing ...

Of course, the night wouldn’t have come together without the help of many people. Our appreciation goes to Michael Turner and Simon Martin for tackling the beast, commonly known as ticketing, to Mrs Bew

for her help with the tickets themselves, to Mr Breen for being the voice of reason at some rather crazy Leaders’ meetings and to all the Leaders for their tireless work.

Thanks to all the teachers who came on the night and supported us, and most importantly to all the Year 12’s and their partners who made the night something that I know I’ll remember for quite some time to come. I hope Year 12’s had fun and gained some lasting memories.

Matt Clancy College Captain

‘Blue and Gold’ Presentation Ball

The night had finally arrived and as the guests waited with anticipation the 21 young couples were backstage overcoming nerves and practising their dance routines. The fourth year of debutant sets were about to be presented to Br Tim, Br Adrian, Mrs Elaine Tyrrell and Mrs Genie Scott. Once again the Springvale Town Hall looked beautiful with masses of white flowers amidst blue and gold trimmings. Each couple passed under a spectacular arch of blue and gold balloons on the stage before progressing down the ballroom floor to the official party. The young men in their ‘tails’ and their beautifully dressed partners in white gowns performed formal dances including the Carousel, Modern Waltz and the Evening Three Step with marvellous

technique. Each member of the Presentation Set then invited their respective parent to join them on the dance floor. The second half of the evening took on a less formal air with the Presentation Set bouncing to the beat of their Latin dance routines.

Ms Susan Bollard the dancing teacher and Mrs Joy Bew the Presentation Ball Coordinator must have felt proud to see the joy and satisfaction on the faces of their protégés as they glided around the room. Together they had produced another successful evening.

The ‘Blue and Gold’ Presentation Ball continues to give pleasure to our students, their partners, their families and friends.

Primary Report

Our De La Salle Primary ‘Stars of Stage and Screen’ have once again made the final of the Primary Schools’ Rock Eisteddfod after a brilliant and entertaining performance at the Frankston Cultural Centre. The final will be held at the Victorian Arts Centre on Tuesday 9th October.

The Year 5 boys enjoyed four days by a lake at the Outdoor Education Camp at Yallourn North, where they were involved in various bush and aquatic activities. Everyone returned happy and exhausted although Mr Curran appeared slightly ragged around the edges.

Most of the Primary boys participated in the IntraCollege Cross-country on a bitterly cold morning at the T.H.King Reserve. After they had completed the 3km course, some of the runners were invited to join the ACC Cross-country squad.

showing their grandparents or special visitors around the College before entertaining them in the gymnasium with musical items.

performed part of Eisteddfod entry and gave poetry recitals. The morning

finished with refreshments and some interesting and amusing conversations between the proud relations.

Our boys and their families provided thousands of non-perishable food items for the Sacred Heart Mission. A speaker from the Mission outlined to the boys where their contributions would go and why their generosity was so valuable.

We fielded three teams in the Netball Lightning Premiership and two teams in the Football Lightning Premiership. Although our boys played well they couldn’t make the finals. More importantly though, they thoroughly enjoyed the competition and being part of a team.

Children’s author, Joan van Loon, visited the College and spoke to the boys about writing, illustrating and publishing books for children. She was a most interesting and eloquent speaker.

To continue this ‘culture crush’, the boys were entertained by “The Warbles”, a group of Operatic singers who tour schools introducing children to light opera, drama and the range of male and female voices.

During the final week of Term 3, the Year 6 boys head off to the Outdoor Education camp on the McAlister River in Gippsland. The final Primary camp will be for the Year 4’s at Phillip Island in early November.

Congratulations to Mr Atkins and Mr Curran who completed the Traralgon Marathon recently. Mr Atkins ran the 42km in 2 hours 59 minutes and Mr Curran in 3 hours 4 minutes, both excellent achievements. Mr Wadley was going to cheer them on, but he slept in!

Mr Brett Wadley Primary Coordinator

Aaron Robinson (Year4) with his mother, sister, grandmother and great-grandmother at the Primary Grandparents’ Day.

Andrew Brown (Year 4) with his grandmother.

Year 5 students enjoying Bike Education.

Mr Wadley with his Year 6 students.

Year 4 students at an Assembly.

Third In The State!

Rock Eisteddfod - Secondary. ‘Men Can Dance’

“De La Salle, you have made your point!” So said one of the judges on the completion of our scintillating production in the 2001 Rock Eisteddfod which ensured our inclusion as a finalist. For seven years the De La boys have timidly, yet naturally, taken to the Eisteddfod stage, and steadily their skill and confidence have grown. This year their excitement, commitment, and talent gelled to prove the dictum incorrect that ‘men can’t dance’.

Here is a synopsis:

Once upon a time a young boy who wanted to dance was told that ‘men can’t dance’. He innocently watched boys respond to the beat in his neighbourhood — outside a train station, working in the street, passing through school corridors, on the beach and at a party. As he watched his dream came true — MEN CAN DANCE! We congratulate our gifted team of 130 boys for their commitment, patience and belief in the pursuit of theatrical excellence.

STOP PRESS!!! We would like to congratulate the eisteddfod team for coming third in the finals as well as winning the Network 10 Award for Excellence (Drama) Open Division.

‘In the Mood’ For Books

Our Primary production opened at the Frankston Cultural Centre in July and is about to be relaunched at the Concert Hall in the State finals on October 9th. Our talented young boys explored six different genres of books in dance and drama non-fiction, adventure, historical, myths and legends, science fiction and comics.

College parent Marg McCoy made their colourful costumes and the artistic set was constructed with assistance from Year 9 students and Leigh Sherman

(Year 11). Together with the boys’ rhythm, humour and mature stage presence, they provided a most entertaining piece of theatre. It has been an insight and experience to observe the primary boys’ natural enthusiasm and development of dramatic and dance skills as they share with their secondary brothers a feeling of great anticipation for the finals.

May our young De La Salle gentlemen tread the Concert Hall stage with confidence and a genuine pride in their own achievements!

Mrs Mary Finn Rock Eisteddfod Coordinator

Senior eisteddfod photographs courtesy of Kerry Finlay Photography.

Football

De La Salle College held its annual Football Presentation Evening to celebrate and recognise its four football teams. The night, a highlight on the sporting calendar, was well attended by players and their parents.

On the night we were fortunate enough to have Trent Hotton from the Carlton Football Club and Brad Gotch, current assistant coach of the Collingwood Football Club. Trent shared some sound advice on making the most of your opportunities with football, and most importantly, enjoying it. Brad made the major speech for the evening and gave an account of his career path to his current coaching position. He also impressed upon the audience the need for discipline both at school and on the sporting field, listening to your coaches and teachers, and no matter at what level, enjoyment of the game itself.

Season 2001 has been a successful one for us on the football field. The Year 9 and 10 teams went through undefeated and won their respective Grand Finals. The 2nd XVIII were runnersup and the 1st XVIII finished in 4th place. For the last few years there has been a strong presence by the Old Collegians Football Club in support of the school teams led by Luke Van Der Plight (1987). The situation looks bright for the future due to the talent among the students. With persistence and commitment over the next few years, a 1st

1st XVIII

Coach: Michael Ryan

Assistant Coach: Gerard Jackson

Runner: Andrew Cooper Team Manager: Luke Martin

Finishing Position: 4th Best & Fairest: Gavin Mahony (Captain)

Most Consistent: Tom Moloney

Most Determined: Gary Johnstone

2nd XVIII

Coach: David Madigan

Assistant Coach: Tim Brodrick Grand Finalists

Best & Fairest: Damien Lowther

Runner Up Fairest: Sean Smyth

Most Consistent: Kevin Pereira

Year 10 XVIII

Coach: Ken Stokes

Assistant Coaches: Peter Riordan, Steven Brown

Runner: Gerard Barns

Premiers

DLS 8-8 (56) d St Bernards 8-7 (55)

Best & Fairest: Louis Bowden

Runner up: Michael Brown Coach’s Award: Tynan John Leading Goal kicker: Tom Murphy

Year 9 XVIII

Coach: Peter Harte, Richard Bourbon Premiers

DLS 8-8 (56) d St Bedes 7-7 (49)

Best & Fairest: Adrian Bonaddio

Runner Up: Adrian Gileno

Most Disciplined: Daniel Close

Best Finals Player: David Lowe (Captain)

De La Salle has fielded very competitive hockey teams in the ACC competition for many years. Over the last decade the College has won four Premierships and has consistently finished in the top four across the board. With years of experience in the ACC competition, we now field a Senior, a Year 10 and a Year 9 team each week in Term 3.

Our current senior coach is Mr Euan Walmsley who has held this position for a number of years with great success. Mr Kevin Arkell has coached teams from the Tiverton Campus in the middle school and currently the Year 10 team. Old Collegians (2000) and hockey players, Matthew Naughtin and Rohan Walmsley, have acted as home referees for the senior side this year.

In recent years our senior team have performed

Hockey Michael Ryan introduced the La Salle Cup in 1995 and since then the concept has grown in both popularity and rivalry.

consistently well and, in particular, have enjoyed a good-spirited rivalry with St Bede’s.

Last year we were a little unlucky to finish 3rd but won a high standard finals game against Whitefriars.

Earlier we had lost 1–2 to St Bede’s having enjoyed more forward play and three times the short corners of our opposition. This year the team is playing well and is presently second behind St Bede’s.

Perhaps the highlight of the season so far was our game against CBC St Kilda in which we began with nine fit players and ended with eight. Our opposition played well but could not score, and we went on to record a memorable victory. We look forward to an exciting final.

Mr Tim Ford Director of Sport

History of the Lasalle Cup

and St James and taught at all three colleges.

Initially, the three De La Salle schools in Melbourne, De La Salle College, St James and St Bede’s competed in an Australian Rules football round-robin competition. However, in the following years this contest has been extended to include soccer and basketball not just for the top teams but all Years 7–10 students. This competition is one of friendly rivalry and is recognised as offering a challenge between the schools while reinforcing their Lasallian bond.

In the Basketball competition, The Br Gerry Barrett and Chris Comas Most Valuable Player Award, has been named after Chris Comas from St Bede’s and our own Br Gerry Barrett. Both have been prominent in promoting basketball at their respective colleges.

The Australian Rules football The Br James Taylor Best and Fairest Award is named in honour of the late Br James Taylor who was Headmaster of De La Salle

It has been interesting to observe that over the years, each of the colleges has shared the honours amongst the Australian Rules football, soccer and basketball competitions. St Bede’s and De La Salle are prominent in Australian Rules football due to larger enrolments while St James, with its limited number of students, regularly win the basketball and soccer La Salle

Mr Michael Ryan

Basketball

Our ACC teams remain strong and competitive and the desire to represent the College in a team is very encouraging. Mid-way through the season our two senior teams are progressing well. However the Year 10 teams have struggled to get some of their best players on court this year due to injuries and illnesses. The Year 9 teams have started the season well and hope to participate in the finals, while the Year 7/8 levels have competed successfully on ACC Rally Days. The home team advantage is always evident at De La, with visiting teams receiving a warm welcome while the home team enjoys fantastic support from the classes who attend as spectators. One of the highlights of Term 2 was the clinic run by the Titans at the Aquatic Centre where 20 Year 8/9 boys were invited to participate with Titan players in a ‘skills day’. It proved to be a most successful and enjoyable day for the schools that attended with the

runs throughout the year on a Friday night at Oakleigh. The past summer season saw 18 teams participating with two premierships and two runnersup awards won by De La. The present winter season, which concludes at the end of Term 3, has had 22 teams competing each Friday night. Teams are formed for everyone who wishes to play. Some boys select their own teams according to friendships rather than on ability. Support from parents running the Club has been great and their encouragement at games has been fantastic. It has been difficult to find coaches for all our teams, but somehow we have managed. With the new summer season beginning in Term 4 it would be a great opportunity for any Old Collegian who has the time to coach to join us. Please contact me if you are interested and can help.

Br Gerry Barrett Basketball Coordinator

Skiing

A bright and early 5am start on Saturday 25th August saw the cheerful De La Salle Ski Team, with students from Years 10 to 12, set forth for the Victorian Interschools Ski/ Snowboarding championships. This year the championships were the biggest in the southern hemisphere with four and a half thousand students from around Victoria as well as one American team. The team consisted of nine snowboarders and five skiers who each competed in their respective divisions, based on their year level, over the three-day competition.

After a much-needed training day, the De La Salle ski team were fitted with the finest equipment. We were sore and cold but still eager to make a name for ourselves.

The first day of competing was the snowboarding. We saw a lot of action on the slopes and speedy students such as Billy Dwyer made our presence felt both in the slalom and boardcross. The next day the skiing was more competitive and fantastic weather saw an above average result achieved by our team. With so many top state-ranking skiers from other schools, overall competition was somewhat one-sided with those participants dominating the results.

Having put in the best effort possible and proudly upholding the Lasallian spirit, we headed home, sore and exhausted, but happy.

Daniel

Parents’ Association

Support from parents within the school community attending our social functions has been fantastic. What a great year we have had so far. Thank you all. The Trivia Night in May was one of our most successful events with a record attendance and lots of socialising to balance the mental challenges. Our Wine Night in August was also very well attended. The organization by the subcommittee was excellent and the result provided everyone with not only a wonderful selection of wines to taste but also a chance to chat with friends both new and old. As this magazine goes to print, our annual Fashion Parade is about to be held.

Looking ahead, we plan to hold the following: Jan Juc Family Weekend on 10th –11th November when we encourage families to come, relax and help carry out minor maintenance jobs at our De La Salle College House.

Family End of Year Mass (followed by coffee and croissants) at 10 am on Sunday, 2nd December. Second-hand Book Sale on Wednesday, 5th December.

Advance notice is given for our Opening Mass for 2002, which will be held on Sunday 17th February at 10 am and will begin the celebrations for the 90th Anniversary of the establishment of De La Salle College in Malvern. Another celebration for the 90th Anniversary will be our grand Dinner Dance at the Carlton Crest Hotel on Saturday, 27th July 2002. What an occasion that will be!

Mrs Judith Clancy Secretary

From the Heritage Centre

Three pioneer Brothers are remembered today for generating the ethos, traditions and strengths in the College. The Brothers who succeeded them have continued to build on these foundations over the subsequent ninety years.

At the request of Fr Simon Hegarty CM, the Parish Priest of Malvern, to establish a De La Salle school for boys, Brothers Dunstan Drumm, Leopold Loughran and Jerome Foley, set sail to Australia on Christmas Day, 1911 from Waterford, Ireland. Br Dunstan was appointed the first College Headmaster and in 1912 Archbishop Carr officially opened the school building in Stanhope Street West on Easter Tuesday.

Br Leopold returned in 1921 from NSW and became the fifth Headmaster from 1925 to 1927 during which time he stabilized the secondary years and succeeded in producing the first

Matriculation class who then embarked on University careers. For his pupils and for following generations he established the “Blue & Gold” College magazine. In 1913 Br Jerome left, returning to teach in 1923 and was appointed Headmaster in 1929, a position he held until 1946. Soon after his arrival he began his study at the University of Melbourne, to which he cycled almost every afternoon after school. In 1929 he commissioned the Tower Building, a new larger College building, on the corner of Stanhope and Dalny Streets, now known as Tiverton Campus. There the student population grew from 180 to well over 500 by 1946. He established the boarding school, the cadets, the sporting house system the Mothers’ Auxiliary and the re-formation of the Old Collegians’ Association (after WW ll). He was then appointed to be the Provincial of the De La Salle Brothers.

Mr Steve Stefan College Archivist

Alumni

Year 12, 2000 Revisited

Br David Hawke FSC Provincial of the De La Salle Brothers invites you to the book launch ‘FOR YOUTH and THE POOR’

The De La Salle Brothers in Australia New Zealand & Papua New Guinea 1906-2000 by Peter Donovan at De La Salle College Malvern’s Performing Arts Centre on Monday 26th November,2001 at 5.00pm

Drinks and a light supper will follow RSVP Genie Scott -Alumni Officer Phone 03 9509 3011

Email gscott@delasalle.melb.catholic.edu.au

90th Anniversary Celebrations for 2002 Annual Mass

The first date for the Old Collegians diary will be the Annual Mass which will be held at the College on Sunday 5th May 2002 in the Performing Arts Centre at 10.00 am. Mass will be celebrated by Fr Les Troy. The Mass will be for the whole College community — the Brothers, students, staff, parents, Old Collegians and friends. Morning tea will follow the Mass.

Reunions for 2002

In order to commemorate the College’s 90th Anniversary and invite ALL Old Collegians to a Reunion Dinner, it has been decided to hold three functions to cope with the numbers.

Alumni Dinner for:

1912–1961 will be held on 19th April 2002

1962–1981 will be held on 28th June 2002

1982–2001 will be held on 30th August 2002

These reunions will be held in the Heath Centre at Caulfield Race Course commencing at 7pm and individual invitations with full details will be sent to every Old Collegian for whom we have a current address on the College Alumni database.

The formalities will be brief as it is an opportunity to meet with as many fellow school- mates as possible during the course of the evening.

For you to receive an invitation to a reunion we must have YOUR correct address.

Please send relevant details to: gscott@delasalle. melb.catholic.edu.au at the College.

Over 80 young men came back to the College in August for a barbeque, and for two hours they enjoyed again the friendships they had shared before venturing into their fields of further study and work. They came in groups or individually and immediately melted into the crowd of happy classmates. They chatted easily with their former teachers and shared their latest news. At 7.30pm they moved off to continue their partying and reminiscing.

Lasallian Roll Call

“Are you receiving Roll Call?” is often one of the first things I ask when I meet someone from De La. Through the Alumni Office the College endeavours to keep in touch with as many past students as possible. Firstly this is done through Lasallian Roll Call which is sent every May and September to all Old Collegians — both financial and non-financial. Former students are spread all over the world, and for some, this is the only contact they have with the College. We receive emails and letters from men living overseas and it is wonderful to keep these lines of communication open. To receive Lasallian Roll Call you must advise us of your correct address.

20 Years Reunion

The Twenty Years Reunion was held at the Malvern Vale Hotel. First to arrive was John Dale from Sydney and, as always, it is wonderful to see our Old Collegians travel from interstate to attend the reunions. Amongst the noisy throng of Old Collegians who gathered during the night were men who had not seen each other for up to ten years. There were about 30 alumni present, and they were keen to catch up with each other and share their personal stories of families, work and interests.

Next year we hope to see these men, and all the others who attended the decade reunions in 2001, come and join their College friends at the 90th Anniversary Dinners.

Genie Scott Alumni Officer

Stephen De Luca, Steve Lele and Paul Santilli at the 20Years Reunion.

50 Years Reunion

highlights, illnesses, retirement interests, children and grandchildren. The fellowship and camaraderie were at the highest level. The usual queries flashed around, “Whatever happened to …..?”, “I wonder where old......finished up?”, “Did you hear about……?” Perhaps there was a little boasting here and there. Personal particulars and information were contained in a souvenir memento booklet presented to all present.

Forty-four former students attended a thoughtfully planned and well organised informal reunion/gettogether at the De La Salle Brothers’ residence on July 25th 2001. The guests were in the main from the Matriculation (as it was then) classes of 1950/51 but a few ‘didnwannabes’ of 1949 who had maintained an association with the Alma Mater were invited and welcomed. Many had come from ‘outta town’ including six from Sydney and one each from SA, ACT, WA, and New Zealand. 25 men had tendered their apologies expressing regret and sending best wishes.

The arrivals commenced at 11:30 am and the celebrations continued until after 4:15 pm. An excellent sit-down three-course luncheon with ample refreshments was served and enjoyed. The keynote was informality and the speeches were (mercifully) few and brief.

Before, during and after lunch there was constant swapping of reminiscences and personal updates about careers, post school

The initiator of the function was Maurie Murphy and he deserves thanks for his efforts, which resulted in a most successful day. Thanks must also go to Jim Davern who donated several cases of his Wandin Valley Estate wines and a superb Muscat for the day. He took nothing home.

Bryan Raftis Class of 1951

40 Years Reunion

He neared the top of the stairs. A serious, mildly apprehensive look marked his face. “Great to see you! Glad you could make it.”

His body relaxed. A smile spread wide across his face. He joined the Class of 1961 and enjoyed matching faces to names as he moved freely around the room. He had fun catching up with the past; there were new twists to old tales and revelations he had never known — funny confessions and tall stories abounded.

There was a burble of noise as drinks, food and heating encouraged the personal warmth and friendliness offered and received this night. This was his group’s first reunion, specifically for

them and appeared to be going very well. Three of the 49 classmates had come from interstate for the occasion — from Adelaide, Canberra and south-western NSW. Thanks were expressed to Br Tim Peter and Genie Scott, for initiating this reunion, to Br Finian, a former teacher and to fellow classmate, Robert French (Br Bede) for attending. Apologies were received and absent mates were remembered. The celebrations continued and he enjoyed the next few hours as they quickly slipped by. Finally, as he turned to go, he said “Thanks friends for being there. It was great to see you.”

Paul Cleaves Class of 1961

Ossie Vella, Laurie Larnach, Paul Stinear and Brian Noone

Damien Hamilton, Prosper Labb, Peter Jones and Paul Cleaves

Standing: Graham Wetzlar, Frank Carroll, Don Reade, John Drummond, Maurice Dunford, John Burgess and Peter Drake

Seated: Alan Wighton, Bernie Donnelly, Tony Ryan, Peter Larkin and John Dugan.

Standing: Terry Gorman, Len Ledwich, Bryan Raftis, John Phillips, Fred Pedelty, Len Brazel and Barrie Edwards

Seated : Alan Lister, John Farnan, Br Christian Moe and Jim Davern.

30 Years Reunion

Friday 24th August saw around 30 Old Collegians gather at the Malvern Vale Hotel for a valuable reunion. The walls were decorated with pictures and comments from the 1971 ‘Blue and Gold’ and one old Collegian brought his personal copy with him. Many faces were easily recognisable as were the stories that highlighted the year of 1971.Two major points highlighted the evening — the respect the Old Collegians have for the school and a great personal interest in each individual classmate.

A large number of the class of 1971 had not seen each other since leaving De La and the reunion was an opportunity catch up. It was as one person commented, “Something I always wanted to do”.

Ray Leetham Class of 1971

The Tony Stewart Scholarship

Martin Crowe has suggested the Class of 1971 might consider setting up a Media Studies Scholarship in memory of former friend and classmate Tony Stewart. Tony was a sound technician with Channel 7. In East Timor in 1975 he and four other journalists were tragically killed.

Ken Wilson spoke to the gathering about the possibility of setting up a scholarship to support a Media Studies student. It was decided that a letter would be sent to all 1971 alumni outlining the details.

10 Years Reunion

On a cold winter’s night in July, over 80 of the Year 12 students of 1991 gathered at the Malvern Vale Hotel for our 10 Year Reunion. A mood of anticipation and even anxiety was present as we arrived. However all fears were soon dispelled once we started reminiscing.

Photos of our ‘Kinnoull Days’ (C1990/91), proudly displayed by Tony Citera, were a talking point for much of the night as they were passed around the room. We marvelled at how much we had changed in physical appearance since we were seventeen, though it was just as evident how little we had changed in our demeanour.

It was excellent to catch up with former teachers, Mr Walmsley and Mrs Henderson. Like us, they were interested in finding out what each of our old school

mates was now doing with his life, ten years on. Some of us had travelled the world, others were well entrenched in successful careers, others ran their own businesses and some were now school teachers themselves.

Highlights of the night also included a rousing rendition of ‘Cheers Cheers for Old De La Salle’ as well as the legendary ‘Woompa, Woompa’ that we still knew word-perfect.

Most importantly though, it was a night where all schoolyard grudges were long forgotten, as we spoke of a time in our lives where we all had (and will always have) at least one thing in common — being De La boys!

Matthew Healy Class of 1991

Standing: Mick McClure, Michael Skerritt, Paul Shannon, Richard Halasa, Mark Brown and Greg Beers Seated: Kevin Joyce, Andrew McKenna, Chris Logan, Kieran O’Donnell, Lew McKenna and James Banfield

Chris Classon, Stephen

Hoy, Matt Funnell, Matt Healy and Julian Place

Mark Malitza, Simon O’Connor, Tony Vomero, Marcus Maccora, Paul Grant and Andrew Scott

Back: Tony Darcy, Trevor Martin,Tony Rapone, Michael Daly, Ray Leetham and John Nolan Seated: Michael Beracz, Ken Wilson, Mark Gibson, Rod Barclay, Edward Carolan and Tony Nolan

Football Club Honours Jack Sullivan

‘The John “Jack” Sullivan Room’ is the new name of the Old Collegians’ Football Club room. Jack is one of the real ‘legends’ of the club and the naming of this room is a fitting tribute to a great clubman. Club President Pat McConville bestowed this honour on Jack Sullivan (1935) for recognition of service, at the Old Collegians’ Lunch on 14th July. Pat spoke of Jack’s long association with the club, witnessed by many of his lifelong De La school mates and club members with whom he has enjoyed countless years of shared dedication and support.

Jack was the first Secretary of the Old Collegians’ Association in 1946 when it re-formed after the war and more than 50 years later he is still a loyal supporter. Jack is a Life Member of the Football Club and has always been on hand to help with its running in any way. He was one of the original administrators of the U/19s from its inception in 1955 and was their timekeeper for 18 years during which period he did not miss a match. Pat said that Jack was always helping out at the club, never afraid to get his hands dirty and if there was a job to be done, “Ask Jack!”

Following a career in the Army, Jack spent his early retirement years as the first general manager of De La Salle College. He was highly respected and admired for his business acumen as well as being a dedicated member of staff.

Mrs Genie Scott Alumni Officer

Remembering De La

Br Julian Watson taught at De La Salle, Malvern in January 1947 and has returned to teach four times since. He has written fascinating recollections of his years at De La and exhibits great fondness for the school and the people involved. Here is an excerpt:

January 1947

“They were thrilling times. Nothing seemed impossible. There was a determination to seize the opportunity to make Australia a great country and show that we could do what any other country could do and do it better. As far as the Brothers’ community was concerned, the determination was to give the students the best possible education, and for that purpose, to gain the university and other qualifications to ensure that outcome. There was a verve and enthusiasm to make De La a great school in every respect. With the energy of youth at our disposal — the average age of the community would have been under 30 — the task was a joy.

The College enrolment grew each year. There was a spirit of cooperation and endeavour on the part of the students which was remarked upon by new staff members. The school population resembled the gospel net cast into the sea which enclosed all kinds of fishes. In fact this was one of the attractions for me. It fitted John Baptist de la Salle’s practice of admitting all who wanted to enrol and who agreed to the regulations of the school. There were slow students and some exceptionally talented ones; some

were well off, some were poor, some were sportsmen, some avoided sport whenever they could; some were gregarious, some unsociable …. But overall there was acceptance — difference was not a crime.

Happily that aspect has not changed.

Somehow, over the years, distinguishing characteristics of the College have persisted: wide diversity in the backgrounds of the students, a spirit of friendliness and cooperation on the part of most students and their parents, a devoted staff, and a conscious effort to cooperate with parents in preparing their sons for this life and the next.

Some say that the generating force in the College is the Brothers — as an insider I am happy to believe it. Perhaps the Brothers simply provide the yeast that produces effects beyond their own capabilities.

Br Julian Watson FSC

John Sullivan is congratulated by Club President Pat McConville with Br Tim and fellow Old Collegians.

A True Story

Nicholas Harrington (1987) was a thespian from his early years here at the College and continued his interest in the theatre throughout his university years. In 1992 he founded Theatre Tarquin with fellow students (including his wife Pia Di Mattina) while studying Arts/Law at the University of Melbourne. Together they have worked on every production with Nicholas directing each performance.

He practices as a barrister at the Victorian Bar and is a founding member and President of Reprieve Australia. Reprieve seeks to provide humanitarian and legal assistance to inmates on death row throughout the world.

In 2000 Nicholas helped establish the Victorian Bar Theatre Company and directed the Queen v. Edward ‘Ned’ Kelly staged in the Supreme Court.

Nicholas is currently the artistic director Theatre Tarquin and in Law Week 2001 he directed This is a True Story. The production was a powerful monologue based on the writings of a prisoner currently on death row in the USA. The story is all the more compelling as it is told in his own words, painstakingly recorded as he awaits execution. The Age newspaper claimed the play was “an utterly compelling eye opener”.

Nicholas is preparing to take his small troupe to London where the play will run for one month at the Man in the Moon Theatre from October 16th. British lawyer Clive Stafford Smith OBE, founder of Reprieve (UK) and other antideath penalty spokespersons will participate in Q & A after some of the performances during the London season. We wish Nicholas every success with this forthcoming venture.

Mrs Genie Scott

‘Mothers of Former Students’ Luncheon

The Performing Arts Centre was filled with excited laughter and chatter when 93 ‘Mothers of Former Students’ gathered for their annual get-together. Br Tim Peter, Father Les Troy and Br Julian Watson joined them for the luncheon. Among the newest mothers from the Year 2000 graduates were Helen Brennan (Nick), Fran Molan (Tom), Janet Andrews (Leigh), Virginia Sandilands (Tom), and Jan Keinhuis (Ben). Several past presidents and other office bearers of the Mothers’ Auxiliary were also in attendance. It was obvious by the mood that many friendships that evolved during the College years have been maintained. It was an opportunity to catch up with acquaintances they had not seen for many years.

On their arrival guests were welcomed by the melodious tones of the Clarinet Ensemble and during a break in the luncheon the College Choir performed the latest additions to their growing repertoire of songs. Judging by the noise level during this happy celebration the Lasallian Spirit was alive and well amongst this very special group. Memories from the early days of the Mothers’ Association are to be recorded for the College Archives by some of the more senior women — a vital part of our College’s history.

Mrs Robyn Brasher Development Officer

Fr Troy with Mothers of former students

Mothers from past years gather at the luncheon.

OCA Football Club

This year, Club teams have involved 197 players, 88 of whom completed their first season with the Club. All players have made an excellent contribution.

The Senior team, under Paul Cooper, recorded 12 wins from 18 matches finishing in 2nd position in VAFA “B” grade. This gives us two chances to return to the coveted “A” grade.

The return of skipper Andy Evans, the full fitness of Adam Elliott, the recruitment of James Hall and Rohan Buckley, the consistency of Robbie Bonnici, and the improvement of Peter Bowden, Ben Corin, Matt Goodier, Andrew McKenzie and Michael Duggan have all contributed to a much improved team performance this season.

The Reserves under Damian Carroll finished 7th with 8 wins. Sadly the Ressies lost some 35 players from the senior playing list from season 2000.

The Under 19 Blues finished a creditable 6th, with 11

The De La Warriors under coach Mark Williamson finished in 4th place with 11 wins from 15. Unfortunately they lost to the Old Xavierian Crocodiles in the grand final for the third time in 4 years.

The Under 17 team, now included in the Senior club, finished 4th under coach Denis Bilston.

Off ground, the club has functioned well under President Patrick McConville. A new gym costing $35,000 was financed completely by club members.

We extend a warm welcome to all De la Salle Old Collegians to join us and become members. The new summer season is about to begin so you will need to dig out those track shoes and royal blue shorts and t-shirts and come each week to our home training ground in the Box Hill.

When you join us, we challenge to you to become fit, get some healthy exercise, learn new athletic skills, become involved in an enjoyable pastime and, most importantly, we offer all this in an atmosphere of camaraderie and good fun with regular socialising after each competition.

You can be involved in a wide range of events including: track sprints, middle and long distance throws shot put, discus, javelin and hammer throw jumps — long, triple and pole vault

There is always a need for officials, so please consider this valuable contribution to the club and the athletes.

The current ages of the members span almost three decades and we are considering forming a veterans’ team. Please remember we have a wide range of ability levels and there are always people at the Club who are willing to help you learn new skills.

Detail: Season commences Saturday, 13th October, 2001

When: Every Saturday afternoon, from October to March 1-5pm

Where: Box Hill Athletic Track, Hagenauer’s Reserve, Elgar Road, Box Hill

Contact: Jack Di Giantomasso 9857 9354 Joe Campisi 9794 9939

Jack Di Giantomasso

President OCAAC

Football photographs courtesy of “Jezza’s Photography”

Did You Know ?

Luke Harrington (1990) armed with a History and Philosophy of Science degree, headed overseas where he spent 18 months in India and, after travelling Europe and working and studying in London, is teaching English in Costa Rica. His brother Anton (1993) also travelled to India, Ireland and the UK after obtaining a degree in Media and Philosophy and has returned to study horticulture at Burnley. They are brothers of Nicholas (see P 20).

Greg Kilby (1981) has spent the last ten years living in Brisbane working for a major financial institution moving into a management consultancy role in his career in corporate banking. He married his wife Leonie, two years ago with Tony Johnston (1981), his best man.

Paul Cleaves (1961) was instrumental in searching for current addresses for the 1961 Reunion in August. Retired from an active career in maths and science teaching and from athletics coaching, he now takes pleasure in bushwalking and travelling.

Gerard Feehan (1991) missed the 10 Years Reunion as he has been working in London for the last two years and is now in Africa, headed for home.

Ryan Andrews (1991) London has also been home for the last two years for Ryan where he is enjoying working as a chartered accountant.

Sisto Bernardo (1991) completed an Agriculture and Resource degree at uni before joining the Army. He is a Captain in the Infantry and was involved with running the Kosovo refuge haven in Wodonga last year. He now lives with his wife Heidi in Darwin and because he was on Army exercise in Malaysia, he missed the10 Years reunion.

John Kennedy (1949) calls himself a nomad as he is currently enjoying the QLD resort areas. He hopes to be back in Melbourne for Christmas dinner with brother Michael (1943) and family Peter (1973), Robert (1974), Brendan (1976), Chris (1979), and Matt (1981). He caught up with Br Baptist Will (left De La 1930) and Allan Liston (1950) while at the Gold Coast.

Michael Dwyer (1998) completed his two year course in Horse Studies/Breeding at TAFE and won a three months scholarship to study at the famous ‘Cambridge Park Stud’ in NZ (home of stallion Sir Tristram). He is responsible for stallion handling and breeding and has just returned to take up a permanent position there, which will include spending the northern winter in Ireland.

Brendan Groves (1989) is a senior associate with a major law firm Clayton Utz in Melbourne and has become engaged to Tanya Roberton.

Ged Cochrane (2000) Former College Captain was unable to catch up with mates at the Year 12 Revisited as he was working at Camp America and will return home at the end of the year.

Peter Lynch (1991) is planning his overseas trip following a successful win on the television programme ‘Who wants to be a Millionaire?’

Matthew Healy (1991) is teaching senior classes in sciences at Toorak College.

John Nolan (1971) is happily married with 3 daughters and teaches primary aged children in Frankston. He says he would love to teach at De La!

Lew McKenna (1971) since leaving school his career has been in the shipping business. He has a son Daniel completing Year 12 at De La.

Mark Fogarty (1986) is attached to the urology section of the Freemasons Hospital working as a specialist nurse in that field. His brother Paul (1989) is working in the printing industry where he produces books, magazines, theatre advertising and posters.

Terry Spithill (1967) is on the move to Montreal to head a research program at McGill University with his wife Maureen. They expect to be away for 5 years and are keen to learn about all things French/ Canadian particularly the wines!

Anthony Felstead (1995) has joined the graduate program Coles Myer Group having gained a Batchelor of Computing and is enjoying the challenges in the IT areas.

Brian Waldron (1981) is kept busy with his job as the Football Operations Manager for the St Kilda Fooball Club. He is married to Cath and has two children. His brother Peter (1983) is married to Sharon and he is the State Manager of Austin Wright.

David Robinson (1984) works for Telstra managing their data networks and relaxes by sailing. He is about to marry Anna, daughter of John Bergin (1960).

Damien Cramer (1991) is married to Cecilia and they are expecting their second child this month. Damien has a management position in the finance division of Coles Myer. Paul (1995) completed his B A degree with Honours in Politics and is now studying InfoTech Management, while Liam (1997) has just graduated from ACU with a degree in Business and is currently working with North Melbourne Kangaroos.

Andrew McLellan (1990) has commenced an MBA while working as an engineer for an engineering design company Infotech. He has been happily married for five years and lives in Surrey Hills.

Joseph Pecoraro (1989) is a motor mechanic and is happily married. He became a father for the second time in July.

Lewis Martin (1981) is the Sales Marketing Manager for Channel 7 Network Sport. He and his wife are expecting their first child in October.

Liam Ross (1990) is the production manager for a clothing company and will take a break this month to marry Yvette Pumpus in South Melbourne.

Chris Johnston (1987) married Helen Blake in May at St Mary’s East Malvern, before returning to Brisbane where they will live. Chris is a mechanical engineer specialising in gas pipelines.

Peter Parsons (1967) has been living in Perth for many years but last year managed to get to the

Olympics, the Melbourne Spring Carnival and join his family here for Christmas festivities, Michael (1975) is kept busy with his work in Customs, which he not only enjoys but brings him some overseas travel as well. He and his wife Marg have three children. Adrian (1982) has a busy horticultural business that takes him overseas to countries like America, China and Hong Kong. He still finds time to play golf. Bill (1977) has worked in the printing industry since leaving school and relaxes by playing golf and fishing. Gerard (1971) enjoys the country lifestyle in Tocumwal where he lives and owns the ‘Farmer’s Arm Hotel’. He too enjoys a game of golf. All the Parsons are strong AFL supporters; Peter and Adrian follow Melbourne while Michael, Bill and Gerard are Collingwood men!

John Cox (1961) drove from Canberra, where he works in the computer industry, to catch up with classmates at the 1961 reunion.

Brian Noone (1961) travelled from Adelaide for the same reunion where he has a business growing and marketing herbs.

Peter Nailon (1961) is busy building another house while still in demand as a Jewellery TAFE lecturer.

Colin Mitchell (1961) has spent his career working as a cartographer and maintains that he is ‘still mapping his career’!

Vin Lyttleton, Richard Billings and George McGrath (1961) have all had careers in the legal profession and are now in various stages of retirement.

John Camillo (1961) runs his own restaurant in Dandenong, ‘Sinbads’, where he welcomes all members of the College community.

Alan Drummond (1961) and Robert (Br Bede) French (1961) are still at school together, teaching at St Bede’s in Mentone.

Michael Barry (1965) has just received an award for 30 years of service to Catholic Education in Brisbane. He lives with his wife and family on the Sunshine Coast and teaches lower primary classes at Maroochydore. His brother Peter (1961) is a doctor with a medical practice in Seaforth.

Rest In Peace

Joseph Magree (1917)

Des Fegan (1930)

Patrick Egan (1935)

Raymond Kenny (1939)

Leonard Cosgriff (1941)

Donald Shipp (1944)

Patrick Kelly (1945)

Brian Quinlan (1949)

Dale Egan (1953)

Michael Friend (1970)

Spencer Wijeyesinghe (1981)

Gerard Sharkey (1988)

James Lloyd (Year 11 student — 2001)

Condolences and prayers of support from the Lasallian community are offered to these families.

College Dates to Remember

October 16th Opening of Festival of Visual and Performing Arts

October 18th Year 12 Graduation Mass and Valedictory Dinner

October 25th Year 12 Final Assembly and Lunch

November 15th Year 11 Final Assembly and Mass

November 23rd DLS Swimming Carnival

November 26th DLS Brothers’ History Book Launch

December 2nd Parents’ Association End-of-year Mass and Morning Tea

December 2th Year 6 Graduation Mass and Concert

December 7th Year 4–10 Final Liturgy and Assembly

Old Collegians Dates for 2002

April 19th Reunion Dinner for all Alumni from 1912-1961

May 5th Annual Mass

June 28th Reunion Dinner for all Alumni from 1962-1981

August 30th Reunion Dinner for all Alumni from 1982-2001

“Tower Building — De La Salle College Malvern” by John Davis, father of Paul Davis (Year 12), presented as a gift to the College in December 2000