Roll Call - September 2002

LasaLLian RoLL CaLL

A PublicAtion for the De lA SAlle college community — mAlvern SePtember 2002

Headmaster’s Report

Inspirations, enthusiasm, wisdom, the gift of friendship, were words used by the many Old Collegians when describing their experiences as students at De La Salle College.

The College’s 90th Anniversary (19122002) was celebrated by Old Collegians at three dinners, for men from the following periods– 1912-1961, 1962 – 1981, and 1982 – 2001. These functions provided an opportunity for the men to share their collective memories, to renew old friendships and to reflect on their school days and to express their appreciation.

De La Salle proudly boasts a fine record in spiritual, academic, cultural and sporting areas. The present staff and students are now responsible for preserving that fine tradition and culture for future generations to inherit.

The College was fortunate to have Archbishop Hart attend a College Assembly in late June where he presented our successful First XVIII Premiership team with the ACC Football trophy. The Archbishop praised the College for its strong traditions and its culture, and thanked the De La Salle Brothers and staff for its outstanding efforts.

The College congratulates Fr Les Troy on his Golden Jubilee of Priesthood. Fr Les is well remembered by the many Old Collegians from the late 1960s to the mid 1990s, when he was College Chaplain. His strong faith, gentle manner, and quiet presence are just a few of the qualities that endeared him to so many during his time at De La Salle College. Fortunately he remains connected to the College through his honorary role as Chaplain to the Old Collegians.

Bishop Mark Coleridge (nephew of former Headmaster Br Damien Harvey) celebrated our Social Justice Mass in August. The students donated over 6000 items of food that were

Front cover photography: Rock Eisteddfod rehearsal outside the Vodafone Arena. Photo courtesy The Age

LASALLIAN ROLL CALL COMMITTEE

Executive Officer: Br Tim Peter

Editor: Genie Scott

Photography/Production: Jonathan Hewett

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

students to celebrate our great College.

First Day Student Turns 98

John Lloyd’s name has been mentioned almost as many times as the words ‘90th Anniversary’ this year. Every student knows his name. At the College reunions, every one has seen John narrate the 90th Anniversary video; he remains the oldest living student of De La Salle College, Malvern.

John was eight when he started on that first day in 1912. He was one of over 50 in the class, which was held in one big room divided into three classrooms by movable partitions.

His recollections of his time at the College are as clear today as when they happened. He is a fascinating man with a great love of the College and the lifelong friends he made there.

John turned 98 in June and celebrated with his son, John (1954), and daughters Anne, Mary, Catherine and their families.

Mr Peter Riordon, Br Adrian Watson, Br Tim Peter, Archbishop Denis Hart and College Captain Michael Stinear

Br Tim and Michael Stinear discuss 90th year celebrations with John Lloyd

Tiverton Campus Report

A great strength of De La Salle College students is their willingness to become involved in all sorts of activities. We are also blessed with the generosity of our staff in working with students not only in, but also outside, the classroom setting.

The Year 10 Outdoor Education Program has been very successful with the Homeroom groups travelling with their teachers and Outdoor Education staff to Munjara Outdoor Centre where they white-water rafted down the McAlister River, spent a day mountain-bike riding and participated in other recreational activities.

The work of the staff and students involved with the Rock Eisteddfod this year has been inspiring. Once again they have made the State finals. With over one hundred and thirty students involved in the performance, it is a very dynamic and creative group that greatly enjoy this dimension of their school life.

A Music Concert was held for students from Years 7 –12 and the audience was most impressed by the expertise of the performers. Both the Concert Band and Jazz Band were thoroughly entertaining and it was very pleasing to observe these larger groups coming together so well.

Our Social Justice Mass was celebrated with Bishop Mark Coleridge who spoke to students regarding their duty to help those less fortunate than themselves. We are pleased that the Tiverton Campus was able to make a significant contribution of non-perishable food items to the Sacred Heart Mission in St Kilda. These are just a few of the many and varied activities that have taken place on an exciting and busy Tiverton Campus.

Kinnoull Campus Report

At Kinnoull Campus there are assemblies, liturgies and celebrations throughout the year which encourage and reward students’ academic, sporting and cultural successes. We commemorate important events in our Lasallian and Church life (Ash Wednesday, Easter, Founder’s Day, Social Justice Mass) and transitions from one year to the next at the Leaders’ Investiture, Farewell Assemblies, the Graduation Mass and the Valedictory Dinner. Events such as these emphasize that there are other aspects to a well-rounded education as well as students achieving their VCE.

For many Year 12 students, the transition from secondary school to university, TAFE or the world of work is viewed with mixed emotions. There is a sense of freedom from the restrictions which are intrinsic to secondary schools, but also a realization that friendships made over the years at school will change, and that personal responsibility takes on new meaning. The 193 Year 12 students will leave the College at the end of the year, and we their teachers, will celebrate with them, their transition to a new stage in their lives.

The Year 11 students will shortly begin the process of selecting Student Leaders for 2003. The Leaders are selected through a preliminary student vote, followed by a presentation by each potential leader at a Year 11 assembly. Then finally all Year 11 students and College teachers vote. Positions of responsibility are decided at a Leaders’ Camp held at the end of the academic year.

Br Adrian Watson Head of Kinnoull Campus

Members of the College ski team at the All-Secondary Schools Ski Championships

World Youth Conference

‘Toronto’ is a Huron Indian word for ‘meeting place’, and it was just that in late July. Almost 350,000 people, including Br Adrian Watson, Perrin Brown, Simon Regan, Tim Smith, James Casey, Patrick Davis and Tom McIlroy, came from all corners of the world to share in a wonderful celebration.

Our group travelled to Toronto via Rome and New York, taking in sights in both cities including St Peter’s, The Vatican, the Colosseum, the Forum, Central Park, The Empire State Building, The United Nations Building, and the World Trade Centre site.

However, the purpose of our trip was not to be tourists, but to be pilgrims. We discovered the difference when we arrived in Canada.

Toronto was completely overtaken by the pilgrims. You could not escape people wearing the pilgrims’ pass (a red sashed bag), part of what the Holy Father called the ‘the pilgrimage of fraternity’. Whenever we

travelled on buses, trains or trams we met other pilgrims. We exchanged pins and T-shirts, we sang songs, and we made friends.

The theme of the 17th World Youth Day was ‘The Light of the World and the Salt of the Earth’. Constantly we were shown how important we were as the future of our faith. We needed to show others the light and preserve the foundations set by Christ 2000 years ago.

On our journey we also discovered the truly international nature of the Lasallian tradition. Staying at the Mother House of the Order in Rome and at Manhattan College in New York, we met Lasallians from all over the world. We would like to extend our deepest thanks to all in the College Community who supported our pilgrimage.

Patrick Davis and Tom McIlroy Year 11

The Accused

This year, the Year 12 Drama production was different from previous years as the success of the Jeffrey Archer play The Accused was dependent on how the audience, the jury, responded to what was unfolding before them on stage. If fact, the audience determined the outcome.

This courtroom drama centred on Patrick Sherwood, the doctor on trial for the murder of his wife. The barristers often behaved in ways that never would be permitted in a court, as they used interventions, asides and put-downs.

The play was a considerable challenge for the actors with limited movement, minimal action and many lines to memorise. The young actors had to work hard to involve the audience and create interesting and

believable characters. Members of the student cast were Tim Whittaker, Ben Wiggins, Michael McKenzie, Damian Clancy, David Gleeson, Sime Mardesic, Anthony White, Marcello Matarazzo, Lam Nguyen, Rob Kennedy, Philip Hart, Rodolfo Rodriguez, Ryan Hynes, Bardia Amini, Jesse Sahely and Ramy Bassily. The production was a requirement of Unit 2 Theatre Studies. However, additional actors and the crew were drawn from Years 11 and 12 students. The students enthusiastically undertook all areas of stagecraft from lighting, set design and construction to make-up. Not only was this production unusual because of the unique actor-audience relationship but also we were fortunate to have Ms Kathleen Flynn, a member of the teaching staff appear as a member of the cast. Not only did she attend every rehearsal, often at weekends and after school but she successfully juggled her full time teaching commitments. Kathleen is to be congratulated on successfully undertaking her obligations with flair and panache.

A production only becomes a performance when there is an audience. The cast and crew were grateful for the keen involvement of the audience. The De La Salle College Brothers wholeheartedly supported us and gave generously of their time. This production is a testament of their belief in and appreciation of the Performing Arts within the College.

Mrs Marg McPhee Theatre Studies Teacher

De La pilgrims at the Mother House in Rome

Ben Wiggins presides over the court

Kinnoull Retreats

Strengthening the bonds of community

There is certainly a lot of pressure on VCE students to perform and to gain a certain ENTER score. Given that pressure, it is important that the young men know that they have support to ease and share the load.

Early each year senior retreats are undertaken in homeroom groups of approximately 23 students and 3 or 4 teachers. Various venues are used for the twoday retreats including Lysterfield, Croydon, The Basin and Merricks. The Year 11 retreats are primarily for bonding within the Homeroom groups. One of the aims is for the young men to get to know and support each other through their two years at Kinnoull. Each homeroom is formed from a mix of students from Tiverton campus, St James’ College and other schools. The Year 12 retreat with the theme ‘Facing the Future’, deals with the students’ year ahead at school and their future aspirations.

Our young men get the chance to explore their spirituality and the full life to which Jesus calls us, particularly when many are not regular church-goers. Apart from games to ‘break the ice’, there are discussions, time for personal reflection, as well as time for recreation and relaxation.

After the retreats, the young men were asked to give some feedback. To the question, “What would you change?” some of the responses were: “Make it longer” “Nothing. It was all good.”

“I learnt a lot about myself, my friends, as well as other people from my Homeroom.

Since my own school days 25 years ago, the pace of life has increased enormously. This makes it all the more important to stop and take time out, so that we might have the chance to hear God’s ‘still, small voice’.

Mr Patrick Jurd Faith Development Co-ordinator

The Social Justice Mass is the new name for the ‘Mass for the Poor’ that has a long and distinguished history at De La Salle College. It is a direct ‘living out’ of the message of Jesus Christ and for the second year, has been celebrated on the Feast of the Assumption (15th August),

This year, items of food collected from the Tiverton Campus were taken to the Sacred Heart Mission in St Kilda. The collection from the Kinnoull Campus was donated to the Malvern Emergency Food Bank.

We were most fortunate to have Bishop Mark Coleridge (nephew of former headmaster Br Damien Harvey) as celebrant for the Mass. His homily was clearly delivered with much to think about and issued a challenge to the young men to stand up as leaders of the future.

Over 1400 from the De La Salle community celebrated the Social Justice Mass, with students and staff reading the Scriptures, prayers, and acting as

musical accompaniment –a wonderful demonstration of goodwill to the poor and needy.

The success of the Mass and its goal of material aid to those in need show how well the College motto is lived out.

Mr Patrick Jurd Faith Development Co-ordinator

Mr Frank Goricanec with Year 12 students

A Formal Occasion

and taxis to the Lincoln of Toorak function centre, where they were rewarded with a night of dancing and pleasure after much hard work and effort with their studies. The revelation of the evening was the dancing efforts of staff who, in true character, gave a dazzling display of how to ‘get down and boogie!’

Following a week of mid-year exams and the conclusion of the semester, the boys seized the opportunity to let their hair down and thoroughly enjoyed the night with their favourite girl and many De La friends.

The Formal would not have been such a success without the staff who supported the night, and most

Blue and Gold Presentation Ball

Once again, the young men from De La, with the help of some stunningly beautiful ladies, gave a flawless performance at the Blue & Gold Presentation Ball. Who would have thought that we could have done it! With only 10 hours of dancing lessons held in the early hours of Sunday mornings (yes, we were up before midday!) so much was accomplished. We had our share of problems, learning to dance for one!

We found we were able to perform more than seven dances on the night of the Ball and with great flair and style!

The big night arrived and the Springvale City Hall was a fitting venue for the occasion.

The Hall looked fantastic with its decorations of balloons and flowers. Nervously

we tried not to spill party pies or drinks as we waited for the guests to arrive. However, the nerves were quickly forgotten as 18 handsome men in tuxedos and their beautiful partners in white gowns dazzled the crowd.

Everything went perfectly as we were presented to Br David Hawke, Provincial of the De La Salle Brothers, and Mrs Maria Giacomantonio from the Tiverton office. The night provided fantastic entertainment for all those who witnessed it and an experience that those in the Presentation Set will never forget.

‘glamour’ and ‘style’ are just that describe by the Year 12 boys and their partners. The students and their partners

importantly the Year 12 students and their partners who made the occasion a really memorable one.

Michael Stinear, Richard O’Brien & Tom Sullivan, College Captains

James Casey Year 11

Rock Eisteddfod

This year De La was elevated for the first time to the Premier Division of the Rock Eisteddfod programme. This wonderful achievement was built on the efforts of brilliant performances in recent years. With over 130 cast and crew De La performed in August at the Vodafone Arena and won a place in the Rock Eisteddfod Grand Final in September.

The boys developed their theme of ‘Tools through the

scene change, they arrived at a trusty mechanic working in front of the shrine of our own Kingswood car. Contemporary work was exemplified again by Nicole Muling’s choreography and humour as lots of ‘Bob the Builders’ and the De La crew erected a tool shed, mid-stage, in a dramatic finale.

The dramatic impact of the performance was derived from the combination of energetic, synchronised dancing, imaginative costumes, striking sets, ‘magical’ scene changes and a clever theme, which allowed the telling of a simple yet clear story.

Nick Weller Year 8

moves of the Industrial Revolution to a split second transition when Australian shearers appeared. David Happ’s brilliant reproduction of the ‘Shearing of the Rams’ and Margaret McCoy’s couture brought Tom Roberts masterpiece to life. With a dramatic

‘Shearing the Rams’

Ten De La Salle students spent 70 hours painting a replica of Tom Roberts’ ‘Shearing the Rams’ on five giant panels. The finished work, endorsed by the National Gallery of Victoria, measures 3 metres high by 5 metres wide.Their effort was used as one of the back-drops for the school’s highly successful Rock Eisteddfod entry.

Arts Co-ordinator, Mr David Happ, said the students chose the painting because of its significance to Australian culture. “It’s the ideal depiction of Australia and the impact of industry on our landscape,” he said. “The Rock Eisteddfod performance takes the audience on a journey through the ages of man and life from the enthusiastic youth eager to learn, to the energy and effort of honest labour, through to the rewards and contemplation of experience.”

‘Shearing the Rams’ matched the theme of ‘hard work, tools, and endeavour’ perfectly!

Performance Photographs courtesy Jim Trifyllis.

Mr David Happ with his work of art

Snapshot of Curriculum

Let’s do PEEL

A History teacher walks into his class with a ‘box of tricks which contains a ‘Bob the Builder’ lunch box with the week’s ration for someone living in the Ghettos during WW2. The teacher takes the lunch box and presents the students with 14.0 oz. of bread, 4.5 oz. of meat products, 1.75 oz. of sugar and .09 oz. of fat.

“Now boys - this is what they had for a week”. Obviously a poignant way of presenting such an unimaginable situation. Most of the boys eat more for their morning tea break…and so the discussion begins.

Project for Enhancing Effective Learning (PEEL) is not a new educational trend. It has long been in schools and helps focus on the quality of learning and on the teaching for quality learning. PEEL encourages teachers who share similar teaching ideals to work together for greater effect.

At De La Salle we have knowingly or unknowingly been applying such techniques for many years. Now we intend to come together and have others join our team. We encourage risk taking, and if it assists us with getting our boys engaged in learning and in understanding the importance of life long learning, then we have been successful. If it assists us in finding out what doesn’t work, then we have also been successful.

Parlez-vous francais? or perhaps Bisa Anda bicara bahasa Indonesia? or even Parla l’italiano?

This year the LOTE department introduced a competencies based unit derived from the CEO Quality Teaching Program. We called our project ‘Passport to the Future’ and we asked for applications from students who were interested in organizing an educational trip to experience the language and culture of the country of their target language. Boys were interviewed and successful applicants have begun their adventure organizing everything from budget requirements to packing for the trip. These boys are working in the Headmaster’s office once a week, ringing travel agents, booking accommodation, filling in forms and conversing in their target language. ‘Passport to the Future’ adds the cultural element to learning a language.

Language students planning an overseas educational trip

So which is it? Did you know that learning a second language boosts communication skills and that being literate in one language allows you to transfer the skills to another? At De La Salle we offer three languages, French, Indonesian and Italian. While language study is compulsory from Year 4 to Year 8, we have a number of boys who continue to study a language through until Year 12.

Sculpture all around Members of a Year 9 Sculpture class have become both architects and builders in their latest unit of work, investigating the works of Gaudi and examining building techniques used since Egyptian times. Their task is to design and construct a three-dimensional work using both basic and more complicated techniques. The students are encouraged to use a variety of materials including clay, paper and wood, and to apply different techniques such as papiermache, relief carving, stained glass assembly, collage and assemblage. The works feature arches, columns, domes, stained glass windows and elaborate doorways and panels. The construction processes have begun and the buildings are already looking quite impressive.

Mrs Jo Prestia Curriculum Coordinator

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.

Sculptors Tom Savage, Lachlan McMahon, Chris Stubenrauch and Stephen Price

Senior Students Excel in Investment Skills

During the 2001 school year, a large number of Year 11 and 12 students participated in the Australian Stock Exchange Schools’ Sharemarket Game. The students who studied Accounting and other Business Studies subjects gained skills in share trading ‘live’ over the internet. Students formed syndicates and started with $50,000, which they invested in shares, and the syndicate with the highest valued portfolio at the end of the game period was declared the winning syndicate.

By Semester 2 of 2001 the syndicate managed by Year 11 students, James Rodda and Joshua Pereira, had built their share portfolio up to $75,502 (50% increase in two months) and finished third in Victoria (from 3,000 syndicates).

In December 2001, the College Game Coordinator, Mr Norman Stewart, accompanied James and Joshua to the ASX boardroom for the official awards ceremony. The students networked with ASX board members and stockbrokers and were delighted to receive their $250 prize money.

In light of the enthusiasm shown by students in 2001, the sharemarket game has been used this year as the basis for a major assignment in Accounting Unit 1. Students have been keen to develop investment skills

and have enjoyed the realistic nature of the ‘on-line’ game.

During semester 2 of 2002, approximately 40 students from Accounting and Business Studies classes have elected to participate in the game as an extracurricular activity. Currently the syndicates are well placed with Raymond Lau and Dean Pitt in the Victorian top 10 syndicates out of the 1,595 syndicates participating in the state.

Mr Norman Stewart ASX Game Coordinator

Primary Theatre

aspects of ‘Les Miserables’ by Victor Hugo, the French Revolution, the early years of Canon John Baptist and his peer, Fr Nicholas Roland, and his friend, Adrian Nyel, the arrival of the three Irish Brothers, significant moments of this century and an insight into culture in 2002.

After three years of participation in the Primary Rock Eisteddfod we have chosen this venture to further extend the experience of our young thespians. This creation will be the finale to a year of College celebrations and November 28th promises to leave the De La Salle community with a night they will long remember.

This year De La Salle primary boys are celebrating the 90 Years Anniversary of their school with a November theatre production. In one night they are ambitiously recreating the French origins of St John Baptist De La Salle, the humble roots of our Malvern Alma Mater, and the school’s development through to the present day.

Year 4,5 and 6 students are researching, scripting, singing, acting, drawing and participating in production work to create a night where their skills pay tribute to the proud group of men who created our history.

The performance will include

Mrs Mary Finn Ms Adrienne Moran

James Rodda and Joshua Pereira with Mr Norm Stewart

Primary musicians at rehearsal

Costumes being fitted for the November production

Year 7 Grandparents’ Day

Each Year 7 student invited his grandparents or special friend to celebrate ‘Grandparents’ Day’ at the College in September. The response was overwhelming, with well over 250 visitors gathering in the gymnasium. The day began with morning tea for the grandparents after which they were joined by their grandsons to sit and share the entertainment (when not performing themselves).

It was a great opportunity for the students to display their talents and the grandparents thoroughly enjoyed seeing their grandsons in their school setting. Both Br Tim and Mr Riordan spoke to the gathering and then the entertainment commenced. Activities on the day

included instrumental performances, grandparent interviews, a Rock Eisteddfod routine, songs performed by the choir, viewing a video depicting the history of the College, and a personally guided College tour.

All the students presented their special guests with a gift that they had made at school. The highlight of the day was the sight of many smiling faces of grandparents and grandsons as they shared this new experience as part of our extended Lasallian family.

Mr Peter Harte Year 7 Coordinator

Mr Murray Ennis Reflects

Mr Murray Ennis began his career at De La Salle College in February 1974 teaching English in the Middle School to classes of 42-45 students.

The following year, Mr Pat Tyrell was appointed the first non-Brother to hold the position of principal of the Middle School. The College took its first tentative steps in 1979 into the new world of computing. Mr Ennis recommended to the College Council that it purchase a state-of-the-art mini computer, which was installed in 1980.

In 1981 he succeeded Mr Tyrell as principal of the Middle School at a time of major changes in the College. They included a video system being installed, changing the Assembly Hall into the Performing Arts Centre and a creative arts centre, and an outdoor education program was successfully introduced.

Mr Ennis was appointed as Head of the High Street Campus (later to become know as Tiverton) and given the task of moving the senior classes to Kinnoull and Years 4-8 to High Street.

During this time he witnessed major changes in curriculum and timetabling, and in teaching styles and methods. The new gymnasium was built, computer rooms were added and the libraries were computerized.

Mr Ennis observed: “while all these changes have been taking place I would like to think that we have not lost sight of the reason for our existence and that is to provide boys with a Catholic education in the

At the end of 1993 he resigned as Head of Campus and after six months’ long service leave he commenced his present position as College Officer. His love of athletics continues and he still coaches the sprinting team.

Recently he has been looking after the cultural exchange program with La Salle Green Hills in the Philippines as well as being Lasallian Coordinator. But above all he still loves the challenge of entering the classroom each day and interacting with the students.

“The staff, students and families I have been associated with over my years at De La have given me so much that I will be forever indebted to them for making my life so fulfilling”, fittingly sum up his sentiments.

ACC Chess Success!

Our intrepid ACC Chess team consisting (in board order) of Kevin Nyuyen, Norman Sutanto, Craig Murphy, Will Hu, Ben Boyle, Tony Jiang, Scott Wanless, Terry Te, Will Chan and James Buchanan competed in the finals tournament at Mazenod College in August.

Our first match, against St Joseph’s, was the toughest, and we tied 4/4. Following this the team really excelled and convincingly won every contest, with a 5/3 being the closest score. Kevin Nguyen at board one and captain Craig Murphy were in fine form at the 10-second-move speed chess. Both were undefeated on the day. In young Kevin Nguyen’s words “People said it was

move checkmates’, coming off the interchange bench for four matches repeatedly catching the weaker players unaware. The team won the majority of their matches, giving us an eight point margin for 1st place and the first chess flag since 1997. Well done team!

The Kinnoull Chess Club and Challenge Ladder with Garry Bekker, our coach from second term, are continuing strongly and we look forward to keen new players joining us, especially from this year’s Year 10s.

Mr Martin Mahy ACC Chess Coach

Lasalle Cup

In August, De La Salle Year 7’s and Year 8’s contested the annual ‘La Salle Cup’ at St James’ East Bentleigh against St James College and St Bede’s College.

The La Salle Cup encourages sporting competition while also having fun and promoting Lasallian spirit. In a round robin format the three schools hotly contest a day of sport, which includes football, soccer and basketball. The day concludes with a presentation of trophies and a medal to the best player in each discipline.

The highlight of the Year 7 day was Tim Leary winning the soccer medal for best player. In Year 8, De La had a victory over the other two schools in football with Glen Membrey awarded the football medal for best player.

The La Salle Cup gave the boys a rewarding experiencing of competing with, and mixing with, boys from their brother schools.

Mr Gavin Mahony Recreation Officer

ACC Football — 2002 Champions!

Excitement was in the air when the 2002 ACC football season got under way. New coaching staff and many promising players brought about an element of

opened up a 13-point lead.

This margin was soon extended when Ryan Sherman capped off some brilliant team football to goal.

Predictably St Bernard’s hit back and with five minutes to go the margin was just a goal. Desperate smothers, inspirational tackles and cool heads prevailed in the final minutes and De La were crowned 2002 ACC Premiers!

DLS 2.5.17 SB 1.0.6

DLS 4.5.29 SB 3.3.21

DLS 7.7.49 SB 5.6.36

DLS 8.8.56 SB 7.8.50

Goalkickers: Stinear - 2, Brown - 2, Sherman - 2,

Murph y- 1, Browning - 1

d’Offay Hynes McNamara Moloney Dobric Conway Mercoulia Bowden Davis Sherman Sahely Murphy Browning Stinear Hancock Kelliher Dwyer Demetriou Hassall, Brown, Nankervis, Jarvis Lowther — late withdrawal

tempered with the knowledge that greater challenges were to come.

In recent years St Bernard’s had proved a major stumbling block for De La sides. Conquering the mountain that is ‘the boys from Essendon’, would have to wait for another day as St Bernard’s ran out 11 point victors in the first encounter.

Despite this, spirits remained high and De La finished the season with three important victories, including a six goal ‘come from behind’ win against St Joseph’s Geelong, earning De La a spot in the ACC Grand Final where the St Bernard’s demons could finally be exorcised.

There was little evidence of nerves as De La got off to an impressive start taking a two goal lead into the first break, which was all but maintained when the halftime siren rang.

A signature Stinear goal from the boundary highlighted an even third quarter in which both sides looked to inflict the killer blow on their opposition. By the last change, De La had

Special thanks must go to all those who contributed to this remarkable chapter in De La football history. The coaching staff, particularly Mr David Madigan, Mr Tim Broderick and Mr Graeme Lawler together with the many who ran water, and fulfilled boundary and goal umpiring duties, deserve praise for their significant contributions to a memorable season.

Football Presentation Night

At the conclusion of the football season in July, footballers from Years 9 to 12 gathered with their parents and coaching staff for this year’s Presentation Night.

The dinner and celebrations, enjoyed by more than 160 guests, were particularly special as the First XVIII team had won the Grand Final by a heart-stopping goal, and the second XVIII had also reached the Grand Final.

The Grand Final won by the First XVIII was the first premiership enjoyed by De La at senior level in twelve years. Congratulations went also to the Year 10 and Year 9 teams who finished third and fourth respectively.

ACC Football Presentation

Victorian Country Under 18 Coach, Leon Harris, helped host the night and presented a football quiz that tested many of the football minds among the guests. Leon organised for one of his former players, Richmond draftee Marc Dragicevic, to come and speak to the boys. In an entertaining interview, Marc gave an insight into AFL football life, discussing the thrills and disappointments of football including two knee reconstructions by the age of 21. We congratulate all players who participated.

Best and Fairest trophy winners for 2002:

Seniors Michael Stinear (vice captain)

Seconds Ryan Turner

Year 10 Adrian Bonaddio

Year 9 Brad McDonald

Basketball

2002 has been a most promising year for basketball at De La Salle. There are 6 teams in total, two each in Years 9 and 10, and two teams at Kinnoull. De La has sides in both A and B grades in the ACC competition. Basketball is strong at De La due to its dedicated coaching staff led by Mr Gerard Barns in Year 9, Br Gerry Barrett in Year 10 and Mr Tim Ford at Senior level.

Although there are no formal captains at Middle school level, Luke Deacon deserves special recognition for his on-court leadership. His brother, Sam, was the only Year 11 to play with the senior A side and has also been a fine example to his teammates. Both are extremely talented players and play representative basketball for the Nunawading Spectres.

The Year 9 B competition has been keenly contested and De La is poised to consolidate second position. AFL Trainee Michael Hodgson’s philosophy of allowing many boys the opportunity to play with either A or B teams gave them experience that they otherwise might not have gained. As a result, an improvement in skill level and overall enjoyment of the game was most noticeable.

David Peters and his fellow Year 10 basketballers are making their mark on the ACC competition of 2002. Gerard Leonard, Br Gerry’s assistant, is a big name in the Year 10 basketball program. Experience playing for the Kilsyth Cobras has enabled Gerard to pass on his knowledge of the game. Representative basketball also features

with the Year 10s. Oliver Keaney plays for Hawthorn Magic and David Peters, for the Melbourne Tigers.

Jesse Sahely completed an outstanding year as the 2002 captain of basketball. Chris Kelliher and Alexander Fletcher who demonstrated fine leadership qualities throughout the season ably assisted him. Their commitment and endeavour to produce their best is an example to all future De La Salle players. Chris is currently playing VBL at the Waverley Falcons, which is an outstanding achievement for a boy of his age. The senior B team, led by Joshua Pereira, has also been highly competitive and is set to make the Grand Final for the second consecutive year.

Years 7 and 8 play round-robin tournaments against St Bede’s, St James, and other ACC schools. The Year 7 rally day showed a talented array of youth coming through the ranks, with the boys winning 3 of their 4 games.

Hayden Czwarno showed his talent, averaging 20 points per game.

All boys are to be congratulated on the manner in which they have competed throughout the season and the standard they have reached. The future of basketball at De La Salle is bright and boys are encouraged to become involved in a sport that is making its mark at the College.

Mr Michael Hodgson, Recreation Officer

Mr Gavin Mahony, Recreation Officer

Archbishop Hart with Gary Johnstone, Michael Stinear, Dean Dobric and Adam James after the Australian Football Annual Mass at the St Patrick’s Cathedral in Melbourne.

Parents’ Association

We are more than half way through the school year and events undertaken have been very successful and rewarding.

The Trivia Night held in May was one of the biggest and best with the Gym packed to the rafters with tables of ‘intelligent’ people, and the raffle prizes table laden with goodies. This event was a huge success

regarding students, curriculum, and building works.

Our annual Fashion Parade is to be held in September, and as all tickets have been sold, a wonderful night is expected.

I would like to thank all those parents who have helped at the College throughout the year and in the many and varied ways they have offered their support to both the College staff and the Parents’ Association

May I encourage all parents to support the remaining events this year.

12th/13th Oct. Ladies’ weekend at Jan Juc 22nd Oct. General Meeting for all parents

9th/10th Nov. Family Working Bee at Jan Juc 1st Dec. End of Year Mass and Morning Tea 4th Dec. Second-hand Book Sale

President, Mrs Judith Clancy

had a really good time.

The First Aid Course held in May was excellent, too. The participants (Mums, Dads and students) got very involved with the course, especially with the practice of mouth-to-mouth resuscitations with the dummies!

At the June General Meeting for all parents, Br Tim gave a terrific overview of undertakings at the College

From The Heritage Centre

Since 1996, well over 300 items have been donated to the College Heritage Centre from Old Collegians, Brothers and past lay staff. These items are highly valued additions to the College Heritage Centre.

Included among these acquisitions are school text books documenting the curriculum taught during the 1940s donated by Ian Cheesewright (1947). John Lloyd (1917), our oldest Old Collegian, donated two book prizes, the bookplate inside one states

‘Presented to John Lloyd in Xmas 1917’. There are numerous copies of ‘The Lyre’ magazine from Vin Pilkington and John Campbell (1949), copies of ‘Blue & Gold’ magazine from Br Dennis Loft (1965) and Des O’Brien (1944), exam papers from Michael Pichler

(1970) and musical programs from former senior school teacher Kevin Gibson (1976–2000).

One of the most valued items is a reel-to-reel audio recording from 1964 of the speeches at the opening of the Gymnasium/Hall, now known as the Performing Arts Centre. Slides and films donated by Fr Les Troy document his long association with the College, especially during the 1970s and 1980s. Former Headmaster, Br Stanislaus Carmody recently donated two photo albums that give a rare insight into life at the College during the 1940s and 1950s. John Sullivan (1935) gave a collection of photos of the unveiling and blessing of the War Shrine.

A collection from the late Bert Newton (1931) comprises debutante programs, dance cards, photographs and other material documenting the long history of the Old Collegians’ Association. From Peter Benson (1955) came an OCA cigarette case and lighter, from John Weichard (1941), a pair of OCA cuff links, from John Davies (1960), some cadet badges and. from Frank Mooney (1941), a school cap.

All these items are of great value to the College and any donation of memorabilia is a treasured addition.

Mr Steve Stefan

Archivist

Michael Hurd (1966) presents Steve Stefan with his old College cap

A Tribute to Father Les Troy, C.M.

For over 27 years, De La Salle College had the gift of a full time Chaplain, Fr Les Troy, who earned the respect and love of not only his students and the teaching staff but also the community of parents and Old Collegians. On his retirement in 1994 he accepted the role of Chaplain to the Old Collegians. Not a week goes by when he does not have contact with his former students.

One of these men, Chris Grafen (1980) wrote the following words and music and sang them at the 50th Jubilee Dinner celebration in early August. The following day, at a special Jubilee Mass in St Joseph’s, Fr Stuart Hall (1980) gave a glowing testimony to Fr Troy’s outstanding 50 years career.

Fr Les Troy — a Legend for Fifty Years

All those years ago, just when I don’t know He came to Malvern Town, this man of love From far across the sea, from the island of Fiji This man who spoke each day with God above And now we’re here to say, we’re with you all the way For many years to come, oh God, we pray

Chorus:

What did we do to deserve you, Les? You’re an inspiration and a joy You’ve been a legend now for fifty years You’re the one and only Fr Troy

He didn’t travel far – just next door, to ‘De La’ The school that came to claim him as their own Preaching as he went, teaching to repent

For years, its sons, through Fr Les, have grown N’ what his impact meant, is in its full extent In Heaven’s ‘Hall of Fame’ – his name is shown…

Chorus:

Book Donation

Tractors Under the Sky by Andrew Plunkett

This fascinating book describes the history, anecdotes and challenges of a major grain growing and harvesting venture which operated in Queensland from 1948 -1956.It has been donated by one of the authors, Old Collegian Andy Plunkett (1965), a cousin of teacher Mrs Chris Thompson.

‘Tractors Under the Sky’ is the story of a joint British and Queensland government scheme to establish a giant farm enterprise on several large sheep and cattle stations in central Queensland.

The Queensland-British Food Corporation commenced in 1948 with the purchase of 500,000 acres of grazing land for conversion to sorghum cultivation. This huge venture required 130 large tractors, 135 disc ploughs, 106 header harvesters, 6 Caterpillar bulldozers and 110 trucks, cars and utes. At its peak there were over 300 employees and 300 contractors working during harvesting.

Andy received a State Regional Arts Development Fund Grant and spent two years researching the

book, tracking down many former employees and collecting over 600 photographs.

‘Tractors Under the Sky’ is available by mail from Andy for $22.80 by writing to 40 Bailey Street, Capella Qld 4723. The book’s small profit is used for restoration of items of cultivating machinery formerly used by the scheme.

Fr Stuart Hall, Fr Troy and Br Urban Murray at the Jubilee Dinner

Alumni — 90th Anniversary

1962-1981 Reunion

Tony McIllroy — Excerpts from His Toast to the College

‘My long association with the College has been through involvement with the OCA Football Club and the OCA Athletics’ Club for a combined period of 26 years and more recently as a member of the College Council for the last three years.

I can trace what success I have enjoyed in life to the foundation the Brothers gave me in preparing me for the inevitable challenges along the way.

There was a recent article in The Age that went some way in capturing my feelings about my time at De La. It featured John Doyle of Roy and HG fame. In 1994 John went back to Lithgow to give the keynote speech marking the departure of the De La Salle Brothers from the town. This is how he finished the speech.

‘While it is possible to be critical and accuse the Brothers of being unnecessarily rigid …., the world of the 60s was much different. Then the world was divided neatly into black and white, good and bad, them, and us whereas the overwhelming opinion of today is that black and white has become differing shades of grey. But I am grateful …. I was privy to seeing the world through the dependable disciplined comfort of their prism. Whenever I am asked where I was educated I don’t say Lithgow High School or Newcastle University, I say De La Salle Academy, Lithgow and I am automatically reminded of that group of men who did their level best to shape us into something of some substance and I think I can speak for all of us here who would not have had it any other way.’

I would like to honour the Brothers that are here with

Five De La Headmasters – Excerpts from an Address by Br Stanislaus Carmody

“Three of the five De La headmasters from 1962 to 1981 are Old Collegians and the other two are honorary life-members of the OCA. I think it is appropriate to pay tribute to these great Lasallians.

Br Stanislaus Carmody 1959–63 after 18 years of teaching at De La.

Br Edward Gehrig 1964–69 was an outstanding maths teacher and a gentle person with great care for the individual. These qualities made him eminently suitable as Director of Junior Novices. He is now in retirement at La Salle House.

Br Calixtus Cusack 1970 came to De La as a student in the scholarship class. He is De La through and through. Calixtus found his niche helping indigenous people in Bomana, PNG and Balgo Hills, WA. His gentleness and sincerity have made him a cult figure.

Br Damien Harvey 1971–77 was a student at De La in the late 1920 30s. He returned to De La as sportsmaster in 1941. His enthusiasm knew no bounds. He introduced ‘Cheers’, ‘A’Louette’ and ‘Ooompah’. He was an exacting task master and always demanded excellence. . His last appointment was as Auxiliary Provincial. He passed away in May 1999.

Br James Taylor 1978–88 and his two brothers were students at De La. He was always loyal, sincere, dedicated and efficient. He was delighted to be appointed headmaster of De La as his heart was always here.

James suffered from ill health and the Lord called him in March. 2000.

The College motto is DEO DUCE – with God as Leader. God leads us all by His Grace working through people and events. Allowing Him to lead is a

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the teachers from my era. There is a sense of belonging common to us all — even if we haven’t seen each other for years. The speakers were

anything it is loyaltynot only to friends, family and colleagues but loyalty to yourself. De La taught me how to fight from within and that I could be my own person regardless of any circumstances — star footballer or otherwise.

I loved my time at De La — the good and the bad. That’s just the sort of place it is.

Jack Di Giantomasso (1966)

It was a memorable night for all those in attendance; old students, staff and students.

obviously top quality De La people.

The 20 year time span is an excellent idea, as I met some great guys outside my own year and it provided enough numbers to book such a teriffic venue.

Well done for convincing Fr Troy to attend — he is a special person to so many De La boys.

I found the night quite special, and I came away all the better for the experience.

Dermot Breen (1969)

The reunion was a very special night for me. Catching up with many friends not seen since 1969 as well as those that I have remained firm friends with all these years. However, the greatest thrill was to see and speak to Br Stanislaus, my first headmaster at De La in 1960. A vibrant man still and I hope he remains in good health. It was also a great thrill to speak to Br. Colin.

My best friends in the world are a small handful of guys from De La. Two of whom were in my wedding

I felt so much part of all three — a great feeling. The Caulfield Racecourse was a great venue. It was interesting to note that the food, whilst being of excellent quality and quantity, was not the centre of attention. The company was! The friendships are invaluable, and the speeches that were made were so appropriate for the night. The anecdotes shared were so enjoyable and there was no hope of anyone interacting with all of their former classmates, and talking with everyone — there were

Alumni — 90th Anniversary

1982-2001 Reunion

1982-2001 Reunion

The third and last of the 90th Anniversary Reunions was attended by nearly 200 alumni and an outstanding 40 members of De La College staff from the period 1982-2001. Br Garry Coyte (Headmaster 1995-1997) came from New Zealand and Br Bill Good came from Queensland (for his second reunion).

When Headmaster Br Tim welcomed everyone to the celebratory dinner he thanked those in attendance for the valuable contribution they had made in sustaining the intangible ‘spirit of De La’ over the years. He paid tribute to the past headmasters, teachers and students who have laid the foundations for the College community inherited today.

Jon Mammone (1984) proposed a toast to the College. Jon had been both a student and a teacher at the College and his words reflected both his experiences.

The reunions held this year have been made all the

Mr Kevin Bourke, former Kinnoull English teacher

At the recent Melbourne Writers’ Festival, the poet, Les Murray, when asked what his definition of poetry was, responded “Poetry? No definition, just recognition!”

It’s a bit like this when one sits down to try and put into words, the feelings of a teacher when he returns to a reunion of past staff and students of the College. The feeling is clearly palpable but not really definable. It is, I suppose, what is so often referred to as the Lasallian spirit.

The College’s 90th Anniversary Dinner for past students and staff from 1982 -2001 was indeed a humbling experience. Fr Les Troy, in his own integral style, referred to the gift of friendship that he had witnessed among so many of the De La Salle alumni and of the special privilege he felt in having been associated with these young men. Indeed it was he who thanked them.

greatest respect, all wanting to speak once more to the man they so admire. At the sound of his unmistakable mellow voice he receives instant

realizations of such a night is the extent of a teacher’s influence on the lives of others in their formative years. It is truly humbling to think that young men in their late twenties can still recall so vividly what was said to them in a particular class at a particular time. It makes one so aware that the responsibility of a teacher is a truly awesome one.

The young men who attended the reunion

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were testimony to the fact that De La Salle has inculcated values of decency and an appreciation of the value of close friends. As a teacher, I came away even more convinced that teaching is not a job: it is a vocation.

Sometimes, such as last period on a Friday, this might elude us.

Old Collegians’ responses to the evening

Steve Stefanopoulos (1992)

It was great being able to talk to staff members, many of whom I hadn’t seen since leaving school. The camaraderie and friendship evident throughout the night was a glowing tribute to the well-rounded education offered to us during our years at school. It was also good to see so many of the guys from the year levels above and below me.

Jason Matchado (1997)

Fr. Les Troy spoke about friendships at De La and how, as a College community, we had taught and given him so much. I began to think about what the College had given me; an education filled with challenges and opportunities; friends whom I can rely on in any situation and a sense of belonging to a community.

At De La there was one thing that will never change – Photos from all three College reunions can be viewed and purchased over the internet at: http://members.optushome. com.au/awsphoto

Year 12 Revisited

The exceptionally high number of students who attended the Year 12 Revisited reunion this year is both a reinforcement of the function’s anticipated success and an acknowledgment to the unity of the class of 2001. Over three quarters of the young men from that year arrived at the College’s Performing Arts Centre on a cold wintry evening to celebrate with old friends.

Some of their former teachers and Br Tim were on hand to greet each one at the door. The room quickly filled with the sound of happy and noisy exchanges as the young men caught up with former classmates, many of whom they had not seen since leaving school. The teachers were keen to hear how each one was coping with’ life after De La’. The two hours flew by and after a light meal and fond farewells, the group departed. There were requests

made to staff members to organise a reunion in no more than five years time.

Almost 1,000 Old Collegians have been welcomed back to reunions held this year. A fine way to remember the 90th Anniversary year!

Dinner For Mothers of Former Students

The opportunity to celebrate the 90th Anniversary of the College could not be ignored by the growing number of MOFS (Mothers of Former Students). In what has become an important annual event on the College calendar, a dinner for this group was held at the College in August. The 85 women enjoyed a memorable evening which commenced with champagne and, over a delicious meal, longstanding friendships were renewed and some new friendships were made.

After Br Tim’s welcome, Fr Troy spoke of his treasured years as Chaplain at the College and the enduring friendships he made with both the students and their parents. Br Urban Murray, a former Kinnoull campus headmaster, and Br Julian Watson, a former teacher, were special guests at the dinner. All four men were very much in demand, as there were many mothers who wanted to reminisce

with them about the years their sons enjoyed at De La. Videos made to commemorate the 90 years of the College were shown and received a great response. A dessert, garnished with a special ‘90’ chocolate, and coffee followed. Judging by the noise level in the room, the evening was a great success.

The 90th Anniversary memorabilia bags (distributed to all attendees of the Old Collegian reunions) were given to these very special ladies who had given so much during their years of association with the College.

The College would welcome names and addresses of mothers of former students who would like to have their names included on the database for future gatherings. We are planning a lunch for MOFS to be held in August 2003.

OCA Football

eight goals, including a goal kicked by captain Andy Evans in the last seconds to win by one point.

Under Senior coach, Paul Cooper, DLS won four of the last five games in a valiant but vain attempt to avoid relegation, falling short by percentage only. The win over reigning premiers, Marcellin, saw DLS hold on desperately to win by four points after enjoying an early big lead. The victory celebrated Damian ‘Toosa’ Toohey’s last game of a career spanning 178 Senior games.

Other major milestones attained during 2002 were:

200 Games Andrew Mackintosh, David Jennings

150 Games Ben Mannix, Daniel Smith

100 Games Robbie Bonnici, Ben Corin, Adam Elliott, Andrew Evans, Nick Harber, Sam Thomas. Phil Murton achieved VAFA State representation in the team that defeated South Australia. Peter Harrison was amongst the VAFA No 2 team’s best when it defeated the Southern Football League for the inaugural St Kilda Football Club Community Cup. DLS first year senior players Jarod Moloney and Patrick Burke gained representation with the VAFA Under 19 team. Club treasurer and trainer Loretta Crowe was selected as trainer on the Under 19 State squad.

The Reserve team advanced to the preliminary final with a resounding victory over St Bernard’s in the first semifinal. The team, under coach Terry Russell, is playing positive, freeflowing footy and is quietly confident of going ‘all the way’. Captain Lockie Walker, forward Ants

Unfortunately for captain David Jennings, coach Mark Williamson and their team-mates, the Warriors were defeated by the almost invincible Old Xaverians. DLS again fielded two Under 19 teams: The Blues are in the top VAFA Under 19 competition and under coach Denis Bilston and skipper Steve Brown were very competitive, particularly in the second half of the season. The Golds under coach Rob Smith played every game right out and represented the club in fine spirit.

The source of much Club pride was the performance of our Under 17’s who play in the Moorabbin Saints Junior Football League. Under coach Nigel Buckley, assistant Claudio Bellestri and skipper Louis Bowden who won the competition’s Best & Fairest, the brave Under 17’s finished on top of Division 1. Having been blown away in the second semi-final, the boys regrouped to win a thrilling preliminary final by 13 points. The team performed valiantly but unsuccessfully against the St Peter’s Giants in the Grand Final.

Presentation Night will be held at ‘The Heath’ Melbourne Racing Club, in Caulfield on October 4th 2002.

For bookings contact Ben Corin on 9604 3157 (B) or 0413 137 529.

All Old Collegians and supporters are most welcome.

Colin Glover (1960)

Nick Hollier presents President Pat McConville with his father’s original footy club pocket

Damian Toohey (1986)

Did You Know ?

London is one of the popular destinations for many of our Old Collegians. The Alumni office has received many emails expressing disappointment from men unable to make the trip and be present to celebrate with their mates at the 90th Anniversary Reunions. Anthony Patten (1989) a solicitor, is working for Shell in London and during the four years he has been there he has seen many fellow Old Colls including Paxton Anderson (1989) and David Feehan (1989). Ryan Andrews (1991) and his brother Marc (1996), Darren Keane (1983) and Stephen Fitzsimon (1993), Adam Blight (1992) are all working in London.

David Christie (1989) after practising law in Sydney for three years has moved to London where he is working in the capital markets group of Simmons and Simmons Lawyers.

Anthony Hartin (1980) son of Peter (1952) has been appointed a research physicist at Queen Mary College at the University of London. He is one of a hand picked group of physicists from around the world who are working on “The Atlas Detector Collaboration”. They are trying to re-create the physics environment that would have been present at the so-called ‘big bang’. The project was featured on the ABC’s ‘Catalyst’ program recently.

Brendan Groves (1989) married Tanya Robertson in May this year, at St James in Gardenvale. They are now living in London where Brendan is working for the Linklaters law firm.

Ed Walker (1989) an engineer is currently living and working in Edinburgh.

Brendan Hoy (1988) was unable to make the trip from Laos to his reunion in August. He has been working there with a medical team trying to combat the spread of contagious diseases.

Frank Duyker (1973) is a teacher at Box Hill Institute’s Centre for Computer Technology. He has designed a computer program to control a moving sculpture, created by artist Chris Bell, for the Federation Square in Melbourne. The hi-tech sculpture’s mirrors are activated by Frank’s program to reflect daylight onto one of the mosaic walls, When there is a lot of activity in the city there will be a lot of activity in the mirrors – it will relate to the movement of its environment.

John Nikolic (1990) and his brothers have all made their careers in the thoroughbred industry. John lives with his wife and two children in Ipoh, Malaysia, where he trains racehorses. Tom (1994) is working with John as his stable foreman and Danny (1992) is successfully riding in Australia, where he is the only jockey on a retainer.

Richard Douglas (1998) is heading for the USA where he will complete his Bachelor of Commerce degree at the North Carolina State University.

Matthew Evans (1994) has been working for the Northern Territory Advertiser for the last two years

and would love to catch up with any classmates heading his way. His brother Ben (1998) is currently studying at RMIT for a Bachelor of Business (Property).

Andrew Dunkerley (2001) is one of the youngest students ever to be offered an Outward Bound staff internship. Only 20 of the 2000 applicants are selected for the outdoor education training. Andrew is enjoying all the challenges the course provides at the Australian training centre at Tharwa, near Canberra. Mark Dallimore (1982) has been living in the Milwaukee area of the US since 1989 where he graduated from university and was a manager with Arthur Andersen. Two years ago he moved to G E Medical Systems where he is a finance manager. He is married and has two young sons, and although he still loves Aussie rules footy, he is now a convert to the American version. He is proud to say, his teams colours are green and gold!

Fr Paul Newton (1988) initially studied with the Confraternity of Christ the Priest before seeking entrance into the Melbourne Archdiocese. During his pastoral year in 2001 at Green Vale the Archbishop sent him to Rome to complete his studies at the Convitto Internazionale Tommaso D’Aquino. In Melbourne in June he was ordained by Archbishop Hart. He returned to Rome to complete his studies after which he is expecting to return to the Melbourne Archdiocese.

Michael Bolt (1981) son of John (1956) coach of the British Australian Rules Football League’s (BARFL) national team prepared a squad ‘The Bulldogs’ for the recent International Cup held in Melbourne. It is 12 years since the game’s inception in England, and during Michael’s football career there, he has had an outstanding record of achievements

Matthew Smith (2000) was selected to join the Adelaide Football Club in the VFL National Draft, the day before his VCE began. He passed his exams and is now studying human movement part-time at the University of South Australia while playing for Adelaide. Matthew has a direct link back to the birth of AFL/VFL football as one of his forefathers played for Geelong when the game was launched in 1897. Since then there have been six generations of his family represented in VFL teams – what a pedigree!

David Williamson (1987) an occupational therapist with TAC in Melbourne is married with one son. His brother Mark (1986) formerly a primary teacher is now working for Bayside Area Network as a project coordinator while younger brother Nick (1988) who recently finished his music degree at the College of Arts is now doing his Dip Ed at Monash University.

Richard Howes (1986) still living in Canberra, has had a career change. He now works for the Australian Sports Commission in their public affairs section, promoting the profile of the AIS, Sports Development Group etc.

Charles Douglas (1987) has been living and working in Japan for over five years. He works in the IT department of a securities company where his entire day is spent speaking Japanese. He says he has adapted to the different lifestyle, and will remain there while he continues to find satisfaction with his work.

Jim Poussard (1992) is studying for his Master’s degree in Management and is currently working with student societies, clubs and volunteer groups at Monash University’s Caulfield campus.

Bill Avallone (1988) is currently teaching IT at Rugby College in London. He has enjoyed the rugby season but is still an avid St Kilda supporter. His brother Brendan (1992), a solicitor, has taken a twelve months break from Minter Ellison Lawyers to work as an associate to a member of the Australian Industrial Relations.

Nick Ennis (1993), a graphic design graduate, has his own clothing company, making street wear for ladies and men under the ‘Nique’ label. He has been selling his clothing in Australia and New Zealand for the last five years.

Damian Brown (1987), when selected to carry the Australian flag at the Opening Ceremony of the recent Commonwealth Games said that there could not have been a more proud flag bearer in the entire Commonwealth than him. Selection for carrying the flag is probably the No 1 honour for any athlete. Traditionally the athlete selected has had a long and successful career, and is well respected by his peers. Damian proved to have these credentials having competed at 3 Olympic Games, 4 Commonwealth Games and winning 4 Gold, 4 Silver and 3 Bronze medals. His warm outgoing personality has endeared him to the many athletes whose welfare and needs have been his responsibility in his position as president of the Australian Olympic Committee’s Athletes’ Commission. The De La Salle community concur with the decision.There could be no one more deserving than Damian to represent Australia on such an auspicious occasion.

At each of the 90th Anniversary reunions the following staff attended

1912-1961 Reunion

Br Stan Carmody

Br Gerard Rummery

Br Christian Moe

Br Finian Allman

Br George Taylor

Br Joe Sullivan

Br Julian Watson

Ronald Conway 1962-1981 Reunion

Br Stan Carmody

Br Hilary Walsh

Br Julian Watson Br Ken Ormerod

Br Bill Good Br Mark Murphy

Br Colin Griffin

Br Paschal Hegarty

Jack Di Giantomasso

Brendan Delahunt

Murray Enniss Kevin Gibson

Di Pemberton Pat Tyrrell Elaine Tyrrell Michael Donnelly 1982-2001 Reunion

Br Garry Coyte Br Tim Peter Fr Les Troy Br Bill Good Br Mark Murphy

Br Hilary Walsh

Br Gerry Barrett

Br Anthony Cummins Br Eric Pigott

Br Gabriel O’Shea

Br Julian Watson Kevin Bourke

Peter Forehan Kevin Gibson

Clare Kennedy-Curtis Graeme Lawler Fabiola Mazzocco

Peta McGregor John Murphy Diana Pemberton Murray Enniss Jenny Henderson Ron McIver Natalie McIver Pat Tyrrell Elaine Tyrrell Di Walsh Mary Blood John Caldwell Marie Hardwick Adrian O’Connor Euan Walmsley Jonathan Hewett Peter Riordan Steve Stefanopoulos Joan Ferguson John Marshall Trish Woodman Genie Scott

Rest In Peace

Maurice Mullaly 1947

Fr Frank Richardson 1935 Kieran Fahy 1998 Vincent Murphy 1960 Neville Finn 1934

OCA Athletics

Details: New season begins in October 2002

When: Every Saturday from 1-5pm

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

Contact: Jack Di Giantamasso 9857 9354

Joe Campisi 9857 9939

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