Roll Call - September 2004

LasaLLian

Headmaster’s Report

You never know the moment that the action you take, the start you make, the word you say, the seed you sow, will be the action, stand, word, seed, that makes all the difference and inspires someone else to act, to stand, to speak, to grow, to be a person who makes a difference in the life of others.

Blessing of Old Collegians’ Wing on Kinnoull Campus

In May, Fr Les Troy C.M., former College Chaplain, officially blessed and opened the ‘Old Collegians Wing’, the new extension on the Kinnoull Campus. The impressive addition was named in honour of all former students who have helped lay the Lasallian foundation we enjoy today. Staff and students, Old Collegians and neighbours assembled on the oval to witness the blessing. Year 12 Leaders then conducted the guests on tours of their new classrooms, science, graphics, careers and library areas.

Social Conscience

History teaches us valuable lessons. Socrates’ great lesson was to ‘know yourself’, Cicero wrote ‘control yourself’. Both are very valuable lessons. However, it was Jesus Christ’s lesson for mankind — give yourself — which we regard as having significance out of all proportion to its brevity. It is the essence that characterises Christ’s life, and it is the guiding principle, which can make the world a radically different place for both our neighbours, and us. We should give ourselves to the challenges of future change with commitment to the welfare of others.

Pastoral care is one of De La’s strengths, and the commitment of both staff and students to those less fortunate in the general community is highly commendable. In recent months, our focus for the Social Justice Mass was the collection of nonperishable items for the St Kilda Mission and the Malvern Community Centre. Similarly, the bighearted effort by students and staff to collect for the Sudan Crisis is to be applauded. The SALT (Social Action in a Lasallian Tradition) and the SVDP (Saint Vincent De Paul) groups should be congratulated on their hard work in raising the awareness of others in need. These efforts and the MAD (Mission Action Day) collection of $55,000 prove that our staff, students, and their parents, are both aware and generous.

Change of Headmaster

Br David Hawke fsc, Provincial of the De La Salle Brothers, has appointed Br William (Bill) Firman as Headmaster of De La Salle College, Malvern, from the commencement of the 2005 school year. On behalf of all at De La, we welcome Br Bill back to his alma mater

During the last eight years I have enjoyed the many facets of being part of the De La Salle College community. The inspiration, enthusiasm and wisdom I have witnessed, and the many friendships I have enjoyed, along with positive and very happy memories, are the gifts I take away.

To my staff, students, parents, and Old Collegians I would like to thank you all, most sincerely, for your friendship, support and encouragement over this period.

Mission Action Day

On the last day of Term 1, after months of preparation, the De La Salle community embarked on their annual Mission Action Day Walkathon. In beautiful conditions, students from Years 4–12 were encouraged to walk the 14 kilometre track at their leisure.

During the lead up to the annual Mission Action Day,

involved. The focus of these talks was on the mission works in Papua New Guinea and at Balgo Hills in Western Australia. Many posters and pictures also helped students to visualise places where their donations would be put to good use.

Many students worked very hard to achieve substantial sponsorships to help those people less fortunate than themselves, and to be of service to others. As a school community, De La Salle can be very proud that they raised the outstanding sum of $55,000 to be distributed amongst Lasallian mission works in Australia and Papua New Guinea.

Mr Peter Riordan

On behalf of the MAD Committee

LASALLIAN ROLL CALL COMMITTEE

Executive Officer: Br Tim Peter

Editor for Old Collegians: Genie Scott

Editor for College, 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

Fr Les Troy addressing the College Community

Vale Br Tim

A Gentleman and a Brother

In March 1997, Br Tim was announced as the Headmaster of De La Salle College, replacing Br Garry Coyte who had been reassigned to New Zealand. The impact of this decision was deeply felt by the College community. Br Garry was extremely popular amongst staff, students and parents and to be replaced after only two and a quarter years seemed unfair. Change is never easy.

In the week that Br Tim commenced in his new role, teachers in Catholic schools throughout Victoria announced their intention to strike over parity of wages and conditions in line with their public school contemporaries. This represented the most extreme industrial action ever taken by staff in the Catholic sector. To Br Tim, the new Headmaster of the flagship of Lasallian education in this country, this baptism must have felt like a blowtorch. That he was able to negotiate a way through this critical time in his leadership and quickly establish respect in his role speaks volumes for the man who would lead the College for the next seven and a half years.

Br Tim is, and always will be, a gentleman of outstanding character who epitomises the Lasallian interpretation of Brother. His hands-on approach to leading the College through a time of significant change has been one of the exceptional features of his tenure. His diligence, professionalism and empathy for people are evident in all that he does. In many of his addresses to the community, Brother has conveyed the importance of an individual’s attitude. He has always encouraged students and staff to develop an attitude that is positive, to believe in oneself, to have faith and to strive for selfimprovement. Br Tim exemplifies this in his daily life. Never was this more tested than when he was forced to undergo open heart surgery in 2002. Br Tim’s resilience and subsequent return to excellent health further highlight his special qualities of determination and a positive attitude.

Br Tim’s achievements include the development and construction of the new Kinnoull buildings, the refurbishment of the College gymnasium, landscaping and security improvements as well as the significant expansion of curricular and extra-curricular activities within the College. Br Tim has recognised the value and the work undertaken in every discipline of College life. In all aspects of his own work at De La Salle, Br Tim has displayed the persistence and patience that has ensured that the College has maintained a climate of continuous improvement. However, it has been his dealings with people within the community on a personal level that have been the most important. His generosity and compassion are endless.

Br Tim’s influence and accomplishments at De La Salle, Malvern will be evident long into the future. He will be missed but his humility and sense of purpose will not allow for sentimentality. Instead he will prefer

to continue to celebrate the achievements of others within the community and encourage them to be zealous in their pursuits. It has indeed been an honour working alongside Br Tim Peter. Vale Brother.

Mr Paul Fairlie

Farewell Br Tim

The Parents’ Association extends an invitation to

the whole De La Salle College Community including all present and past College families, Staff and Old Collegians to attend the following Farewells.

Mass and Morning Tea Sunday 28th November 2004 Mass at 10.30am in the College Gym followed by Morning Tea in the Performing Arts Centre

Cocktail Party Friday 3rd December 2004 Performing Arts Centre from 7.30pm

RSVP Essential for catering purposes

Trish Woodman, Community Coordinator twoodman@delasalle.melb.catholic.edu.au

Genie Scott, Alumni Officer gscott@delasalle.melb.catholic.edu.au or phone them at the College on 9509 3011

On behalf of the Staff, Students and the De La Salle Community

Br Tim with fellow walkers on Mission Action Day

Media

Whether we know it or not the media makes a profound impact on our daily lives. Our experiences of life are shaped and influenced by the newspapers and magazines we read, the films and television programs we watch and the radio stations we listen to.

Media students in Years 9–12 are encouraged to explore the influences of the media in their lives. Students view, listen, read, research, analyse and discuss the media, taking into consideration how people, events and issues are represented. They also create, produce and present their own works in a variety of different media forms.

The video production components of the course prove to be most popular with students. Using digital video cameras they film their videos (following the pre-production processes) and edit their footage on Mac computers using the iMovie program.

Working independently and in collaboration with others, the students build confidence and competence in using media technologies to creatively express their ideas.

Studying Media encourages students to be selfmotivated, independent workers, planning their own projects, creating them, and constantly reviewing their learning experiences. Through the production of their

own work and the historical and critical understanding of the works of others, students begin to construct a sense of who they are and where they fit into their world.

Media is a versatile subject and suits a variety of subject choices and career paths. Students have continued on into university and TAFE courses such as journalism, communications, broadcasting, advertising, photography, digital media, drama and the arts.

Ms Glenda Daley Media

Year 9 Animation

in plasticine. The sets were made from timber, Lego and objects scrounged from home.

Students worked in small groups rotating roles, enabling them to experience all facets of creating an animated film. Students were required to film their story, moving each character a small distance at a time. Stop-motion animation is a time-consuming process where one second of film is made up of twenty-four frames. As Adam explained to students, Harvie Krumpet took four years to make, for a total run time of 22 minutes. At the end of the unit all animation students had a strong appreciation of how a claymation film is made.

During Semester 1, De La Salle College trialled a program where a group of Year 9 students was given the opportunity to complete a short ‘claymation’ film. Part of the course involved watching a selection of clay animation films as well as a visit from the Oscar winning Director of Harvie Krumpet — Adam Elliot.

This trial course was made possible with the assistance of our new staff member, Mr Michael Bazeley who supported Adam Elliot as an animation assistant in his award-winning film.

Adam was able to give the students a valuable insight into the world of animation and the film industry. The quality and amount of work completed by the Year 9 students really impressed him.

Working from an initial script and storyboards, the students made models using wire armatures covered

At the end of the year, we will be having a film night to showcase the terrific talent displayed by the Year 9 animation students. Hopefully, we may be able to entice Adam Elliot to award prizes for set design and animation techniques.

Mr Keith Hoy Technology

Mr Adam Elliot with Mr Michael Bazeley and Year 9 animators

1994-2004 — 10 Years of Rock Eisteddfod

A decade of school-endorsed shenanigans! Move over Olympic heroes in Athens! De La SNAGs are not seeing gold at Vodafone and Rod Laver, we’re seeing Red!

Over 260 students, staff and ‘Old Lasallians’ have represented De La Salle in Rock Eisteddfods this year in Melbourne.

The senior piece ‘I See Red’ received 12 awards in the heats and came fifth overall in the Finals.

The audience is led through the different moods depicted by the colour red — from the cheery tones of childhood innocence, to the powerful colour of the propaganda bunting of nationalism, to the seductive shimmer of passion, to the shock visual of blood and horror, to the perky schmaltz of cupid and love, the

artist proclaims “I See Red”.

The artistic/technical leadership this year from David Happ, Nicole Muling, Marg McCoy, Bryan Smith, Chris Danckert and Michael Bazeley has been brilliant. Following close on the success of the seniors was the junior team who explored the theme of “Sensitive New Age Guys”. Their standard of drama, dance and singing was of an extremely high standard and they won nine awards. There are no finals for the junior students. Brother Tim continues to nourish our creative endeavours and we hope he basks in pride when judges from Senior and Junior Eisteddfods both proclaim — De La Salle, You Rock!

Mrs Mary Finn

King Oedipus

Ancient Greek theatre has never looked so good! Sophocles’ timeless tragedy King Oedipus was brought to life in May by De La Salle’s VCE Theatre Studies students, in collaboration with girls from Presentation College, Windsor. King Oedipus, widely regarded as one of the finest Greek tragedies ever written, was a challenging choice for the cast and crew. Very much a dialogue-intensive play, it required students to be focused and dedicated. The cast of 13 met every Monday afternoon from mid-February, and also spent weekends and holidays rehearsing. Their determination to do justice to such a classic text was present through the entire rehearsal period, and the rewards were reaped in May when the four performances were incredibly well received. As King Oedipus is also one of the Year 12 English texts for 2004, a large percentage of the audience were VCE students from De La Salle as well as other schools keen to enhance their understanding of the play.

Director, Mrs Margaret McPhee, adapted the original work to a modern context, with the action taking place within the

most famous play — such as fate, free will, and man’s role in the world.

Our thanks to Ms Leonie Keaney, Principal of PCW, for allowing the talents of Tamsin Lofts, Juliana Karantonis and Diana Krstic to grace our stage. Their efforts and dedication are greatly appreciated.

Dan Giovannoni (Year 12)

LOTE

In Term 1, the Years 10, 11 and 12 French classes, HistoryRevolutions and girls from PCW attended a play about the French revolution entitled The Princess and the Revolution. The play included aspects of the French Revolution, including the fall of the “Old Regime” and the great revolutionaries such as Georges Jacques Danton and Maximilien Robespierre. It was an epic tale about the events that culminated with the great revolution of 1789. It was a real success and all the participants appreciated it! Many thanks to all those who made it possible.

Charles Noonan Year

During Term 2, the Primary boys studied La Famiglia (The Family) as part of their Italian studies. To conclude the unit, they enjoyed watching a visiting theatrical group. ‘Masquerade Productions’ came to perform their latest show called La Famiglia which was very comical and enjoyed by both students and staff. Year 6 student Simon Windley wrote, “The story was about a young Italian boy called Mario who was given an essay to write about his family. So he wrote about how his grandparents met, his Dad’s DIY TV show Casa Mia, his sister’s Italian Idol auditions and his Mum’s backyard Olympics. During the show the actors chose people from the audience to help with all different things and their sound track was brilliant!

Year 7 Drama

The Year 7 Drama course focuses on the development of puppetry skills. After an initial period where students investigate puppetry in a range of different cultures (Japanese, European, Indian, Indonesian) and look at the ‘career’ of wellknown puppets (anything from Punch to Mr Squiggle or Kermit the Frog) they move on to designing and making their own puppets.

These particular puppets, ‘ragrod puppets’, are a modern hybrid, originally designed by Deakin University Drama lecturer Simon Fisher. They are a cross between rod puppets and the ‘Bunraku’ puppets used in the traditional Japanese puppetry. The puppets are made from fabric which is torn and tied. It takes about a month of class time to complete the basic skeleton of the puppet. Each student then takes his completed skeleton home and, in his own way — using bits and pieces of fabric, wool, tape, paint, felt, sponge, cardboard, wire and any number of other scraps — turns it into a character.

In a professional setting, the role of puppet maker and puppeteer would be undertaken by entirely different people. In the Year 7 course the boys experience both roles. So, after construction is completed, the boys move into the role of scriptwriter and puppeteer. They develop stories that allow their character to interact in mysteries, crime thrillers or comedies, break them into

scenes and start rehearsal. As puppeteers, they learn some of the basic performance demands of working with a puppet. It is the job of the puppeteer to bring the puppet to life for the audience by giving it a voice, a personality and getting it to interact with other puppets.

It can be a very satisfying experience to begin with an ordinary piece of calico and end up on stage with an animated, zany puppet entertaining an audience. Embedded in this process is the skill of complex teamwork involving communication, cooperation and shared responsibility necessary for any group performance. Over the years, I have seen students make some extraordinary puppets and generate some inspiring, creative performances.

Mr Bryan Smith Drama

Books Come To Life

Thanks to all the boys in Years 7 and 8 who brought books to life for us in early June. Their final Reading Program assessment task for the semester required them to come to class dressed as one of the main characters from their chosen novel. They were assessed on their knowledge of the book as well as their costume originality and ingenuity, and many boys from each class excelled in meeting these criteria.

Regardless of their results, students enjoyed the experience of dressing up and appreciated the efforts of their classmates. Boys continue to enjoy and appreciate the experience when they browse through the two photo albums at the Library desk. A glance at the photos reveals characters from a wide range of authors and a variety of genres.

James Bond rubbed shoulders with Frodo Baggins, Hercule Poirot with Hagrid and the ladies were also well represented by characters like Hermione Granger, Specky Magee’s girlfriend Christine, Cruella de Ville and Lockie Leonard’s mum, to name a few. Mary Poppins presided over

proceedings and she was delighted to meet all the characters, old and new.

Mrs Betty Rudin (aka Mary Poppins)

Year 7 students with puppets they have created and used in performance.

Visual Communication and Design

2004 has seen the blooming of Visual Communication and Design at De La Salle. The new wing includes a new Visual Communication Studio at Kinnoull. As a result, students now have a first-rate graphics and computer area in which to work, and no longer have to ‘travel’ to class at the Tiverton Campus but stroll to the spacious Visual Communications Studio.

Students learn various skills and techniques prior to choosing their own forms of visual communication and creating a comprehensive folio of images and ideas. Students produce advertisement concepts using computergenerated text and images as well as threedimensional models to enhance the visual appeal of their projects.

Students have been extremely positive seeing the great facilities as a chance to make their folios as original and exciting as possible. Using these folios, many students apply for University and TAFE courses for careers in visual communication, graphic design, architecture, industrial design, multimedia, animation, engineering and product design.

Being a very popular course, upwards of 40 Year 12 students and three Year 11 classes converge on the

area daily. Hence it is always hectic, but Ms Costa always keeps a cool head and is never lost for ideas, suggestions and encouragement. All-in-all the new extension has been a boon to visual arts at De La Salle this year.

Ben Gray (Year 12) and Jordan Heng (Year 11)

Geographers ‘In the Field’

Geography focuses upon describing and explaining the distribution of phenomena over the earth’s surface, as well as developing an understanding of the need for careful management of our environment and resources.

Geography is often portrayed as the hub at the centre of the academic wheel, with spokes or links radiating out to a range of other subjects, such as mathematics, chemistry, biology, physics and history, from which information and skills can be drawn.

In VCE Geography, students study a wide range of topics including coastal landforms, the atmosphere and climate change, contrasts in living conditions, national parks, freshwater resources, earthquakes and global population movements. Fieldwork is a high priority in VCE Geography. In Units 1 and 2 students undertake two fieldtrips — one which investigates the coastline of Port Phillip Bay and the Mornington Peninsula, and one which studies living conditions in the suburb of Malvern.

Earlier this year, Unit 4 geography students enjoyed a day at Cape Schanck completing an environmental survey from which they developed a management plan for the future use of the site.

Current Year 12 geographer, Jozef Dickinson, says

which people and nature have impacts on such things.’ Andrej Vodstrcil adds ‘Geography encourages students to think ‘outside the square’…it is about planning for the future. It has taught us about the essential concept of our stewardship of the environment.’

Mr Doug Esler Geography

Mr Doug Esler guides Senior Geographers at Cape Schanck

The VCAL Has Landed!

The Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning was launched at De La Salle in 2004. This new senior secondary certificate for students in Years 11 an 12 is the ‘hands-on’ option for Victorian school students who, on completion of their school studies, can pursue apprenticeships, traineeships, further studies at TAFE or work. The implementation of VCAL is creating new, engaging possibilities for De La Salle students, including school-based apprenticeships and structured workplace learning.

VCAL has three levels: Foundation, Intermediate and Senior. Within these levels, students complete units that fit the strands of Literacy and Numeracy Skills, Work Related Skills, Industry Specific Skills and Personal Development Skills. De La Salle offers Intermediate VCAL in Year 11 and from 2005 will also offer Senior VCAL in Year 12.

All VCAL students undertake a Vocational Education and Training (VET) course. This training provides the student with a nationally accredited certificate in a specific industry. A wide variety of VET courses are available for VCAL students and the accessibility to these for De La Salle students is expanding. VET programmes allow students to experience learning about and working in an industry while they are at school which may help articulate a pathway

VET students David Smith and Arthur Ponte at Holmesglen where they are studying Certificate 2 in Hospitality and Operations

towards a career in that industry.

The flexibility of a VCAL programme ensures that each student’s individual needs are catered for. Consequently, students are able to maintain motivation and enthusiasm for their course of study. The expansion of VET offerings and the incorporation of school-based new apprenticeships is nurturing partnerships between De La Salle and important stakeholders in the wider community. The success of these partnerships and the growing attention that VCAL is attracting suggests that the Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning is one important step for De La Salle and one giant leap forward for education.

Careers Expo

The Careers Expo held recently at the College was an outstanding success, attended by hundreds of students from Years 9-12 and their parents. All major Universities were represented, along with several TAFE Colleges, Independent Tertiary Colleges, and a large number of industry representatives. Most importantly, many Old Collegians, either studying or working, gave up their time to attend and provide the current students with information on their particular field of expertise. They showed a great sense of camaraderie and willingness to be involved. This is testimony, I believe, to their time at De La Salle College and I am very much in their debt for the contribution they made to the enormous success of the evening. In general, the night exemplifies the good will of the College, fostered in particular by Br.Tim, because the whole community works together for the benefit of students, both now and in the future.

Sue Taylor Careers Counsellor

Mr Paul Fairlie VCAL Coordinator

VCAL student Mitchell Lomas at Holmesglen TAFE, where he is completing Certificate 2 in Fabrication and Welding

1st XVIII Football

The 1st XVIII began the season trying to emulate the deeds of the AFL’s Brisbane Lions and win three-in-arow! The season started positively with good numbers at training during the holidays and solid performances against Scotch College and Brighton Grammar in practice matches.

A narrow loss to St Bede’s away made life difficult in both the ACC and Herald Shield competitions. Dave Lowe was excellent in his first game of the year, but injuries to our entire on-ball brigade before half time weakened our attack, and St Bede’s played the ground and conditions far better.

We headed down the highway to Geelong with — realistically — only pride to play for, and put in a superb team performance. We won comfortably, led wonderfully by Adrians Bonnadio and Gileno.

Our last game of the year was against the undefeated Whitefriars in windy conditions at home.

Whilst we played well, at times, undisciplined acts saw us outscored in the second quarter.

Though we kicked with a 4-goal breeze and improved our play in the second half, we never really threatened the eventual premiers.

a 13 point loss. Pat Hassett was magnificent all day and Adrian Bonnadio worked tirelessly in the ruck. Our second game was at home versus Mazenod and a convincing win was attributable to a fine performance from Mick Cini and five goals from Matt Moore. The next week it was out to Parade for what was a surprisingly easy win, with James Convery a solid contributor, Josh Oakley continuing his good form, and Matt Moore again amongst the goals.

So, after celebrating premierships in the last two years, it was disappointing not to go further this year. Being unable to field our best team each week made life difficult. With lapses in concentration and discipline at critical times, De La were their own worst enemy. However the boys who represented the College did their best at all times and should be proud of their efforts.

Mr Phil Murton Coach

Senior Basketball

De La Salle entered the 2004 ACC Basketball season with high expectations. The squad came together during Term 2 for regular training sessions and played a ‘friendly’ game against Oakhill College Sydney, who had swept all before them in NSW, winning the State Schoolboys’ Championship.

The season began with a disappointing loss to Salesian, despite a comfortable victory over them a few weeks earlier in a practice game. In the cutthroat draw of ACC Basketball an early loss can put a Grand Final berth out of reach. The team managed to get back on track playing impressive basketball only to go down by 5 points against eventual premiers, Whitefriars.

The team went on to comfortably beat St Paul’s, Parade and St Bernard’s, setting up a play-off with Parade for 5th spot. Unfortunately, the team could not repeat its earlier victory over Parade. The A team was captained by David Peters, who also plays for the Melbourne Tigers Under 20’s,

and he was well supported by consistent performances from Luke Deacon who plays for the Nunawading Spectres Under 18’s. A special mention to Adrian Bonaddio who, despite heavy football commitments with the school and Oakleigh Chargers, again involved himself in another College sporting team with valuable contributions each week. Some 24 students represented the College in senior basketball this season in a competition that is one of the most competitive and of the highest standards in the ACC competition.

Tim Ford Coach

De La Junior Golf Masters 2004

An enthusiastic group of students from Years 8 to 10 played in the inaugural Junior Golf Masters at East Malvern Golf course in August. Chris Mierzwa, the College Golf Captain, marshalled the young boys at the 1st tee as strong winds and driving rain lashed the course. The players were not deterred as they displayed their skills over the front nine holes.

A ‘nearest the pin’ competition was held on the 9th hole and Aaron Kneebone of Year 9 hit a superb iron to within 52cm of the hole to win the prize.

The leading scores after nine holes were — Year 10 Tom Bloom (46), Year 9 Aaron Kneebone (49), Year 8 Zac Dickinson (49) and Ben Nethersole (49).

The 10th hole is a short par 4 and the longest drive of 190m was recorded by Zac Dickinson.

The weather improved over the back nine holes and several players made their charge for the lead. When the final scores were totalled, the results were as follows:

Year 9 Champion – John Mulholland (91) Year 8 Champion – Adam Schultz (94)

Other good scores were recorded by Nick Woodgate, Joe Mannix, Josh Porozny, Ben Nethersole, Aaron Kneebone, Tyson Parker, Mitchell Reyment, Beau Coyle, Sam Williams, Joel Pollard Julian Hirst and Joe O’Connell.

Congratulations are extended to all of the players and we encourage other students to enter this event in 2005.

Mr Norm Stewart and Mr Peter Crellin Golf Coordinators

Ski Team

An excellent ski season this year gave our De La Salle Ski Team a lot to be excited about. The 17 member team from Years 9 to 11 again travelled to Mt. Buller for the Victorian Interschools Championships. Our team was ably led by Andrej Vodstrcil, Jozef Dickinson and Daniel Rowse in the Division 1 Alpine event. These Year 11 students set an excellent example for the younger members of our team. Division 2 Alpine saw Jordan Adams, Pat Paczkowski, Slaven Drnda, Ben Meager, Tim Crowe, Tim Slavin, Tom Mills, Matthew Rodgers and Tom Sargeant slide down Little Buller Spur at a rate of knots. All boys successfully completed both runs in very respectable times.

The second run proved to be more icy and a greater challenge to our students. De La Salle was also represented in the Division 2 Snowboard Event by Jarrod Menke, Alex Barker, Mitchell Moore and Chris Pritchard, who displayed a high level of ability in this demanding discipline.

I was extremely proud of our students as it takes great courage to pit one’s skills against the ever-changing terrain of the mountain.

I would like to thank Mr Michael Ryan, Mr

Education Assistants, Mr Andrew Hillier and Mr Matt Wilson. Alpine skiing can be a dangerous activity and close supervision and expert advice are in constant demand. I sincerely thank these members of staff for their professional approach and constant attention of detail to ensure the safety of our team.

Mr Shane Slavin Ski Team Coordinator

All that Glitters is (Blue and) Gold!

As limousines began pulling up outside and Mr Breen checked the seating plan for the eight-hundredth time, Lincoln of Toorak came alive. Waiters wandered through the growing crowd holding trays of expensivelooking fruit daiquiris and funny little hors d’oeuvres. Cameras flashed and people laughed. Jewellery sparkled and strategically placed bits of double-sided tape secured dresses to their owners. The Year 12 Formal was underway.

In true De La fashion, the dining room was a sea of blue and gold decorations, each table boasting an impressive centrepiece. Those eager to get into the swing of things hit the dance floor early, only resting long enough to wolf down a soup entrée and say a few hellos. The sleeves of freshly ironed shirts were pulled up above elbows, handbags and cameras were put to one side and ties were loosened as people settled in for the evening.

The end of the main course was punctuated with an impromptu speech by De La Vice-Captain Adrian Bonaddio, who spoke about what it means to be a Lasallian. ‘M.C.’ Rob Breda shone during the awards as medals were presented to, among others, the Best Couple and Best Dressed.

The smell of aftershave filled the air as 160 guys did their best John Travolta impersonations to the tune of Greased Lightnin’ to impress the girls. Even a few staff members were seen reliving their youth, busting out to Footloose and Girls Just Wanna Have Fun.

Youthful enthusiasm soon gave way to sore feet and, after a few incoherent renditions of “St John Baptist”, the time came to call it a night. People said their hurried goodbyes, piled into waiting taxis and sped away into the night with their cameras full of photos, their shoes full of blisters and their minds full of memories.

Dan Giovannoni (Year 12)

A Celebration of Talent

Parents, teachers, family and friends gathered in the Performing Arts Centre in July to acknowledge the efforts of our College musicians. The evening’s presentations were of a very high standard and proved to the students that dedicated preparation results in a confident performance. Only a month before, the students were introduced to a completely new repertoire whilst on the music camp at Phillip Island. However, an intensive rehearsal schedule allowed them to work thorough each piece calmly and

and support.

The primary department also provided entertainment for the wider community at a music morning tea, in June.

to Van Morrison’s Moondance.

The tireless efforts of staff as both mentors and friends to the students were inspirational. Many thanks to Nigel Paul (Concert/Jazz Band Director), Simon Chiodo (Conductor/Percussion), Kelly Williams and Catherine Sinclair (flute), Penny Karahalios (Saxophone Quartet Conductor), Peter O’Reilly (Strings Conductor), Cindy Frost (Vocal Ensemble Conductor) and Carmel Dwyer for their commitment

Clarinets, trumpets, strings and a hundred voices filled the programme with variety. The vocal finale was the highlight of the morning with Year 6 performing their graduation piece Brighter This was followed by a combined Years 4 and 5 in a threepart harmony rendition of a gospel tune, Freedom Year 7 had their music night in June; for many, this was their first performance. Each Homeroom group performed as a band and delivered a flawless performance. They have progressed in Semester 2 to intermediate level, and will perform a more difficult program at the end-of-year concert. The Vocal Ensemble will be performing at Malvern Central on Monday, November 9th and all are welcome to come and join in the carol singing. We also look forward to Jazz Band and Vocal Ensemble farewelling our Year 12s at the Valedictory Mass and dinner at Caulfield Racecourse on Friday 15th October.

Ms Adrienne Moran Music Coordinator

Design and Technology

Tim and his father visit Gibsons guitar manufacturing centre in Memphis USA. The visit gave Tim the idea and some background information on how to construct an instrument that not only looked good but also was musically sound. Tim has developed his own jigs and templates to cut the complex shape out externally and internally. Quite a feat. It is always a pleasure moving around the Tech room this time of the year seeing projects and folios coming together. In further issues of the Blue and Gold we will showcase some of the students work.

The year’s end is rapidly approaching for VCE Technology students. Machines and plotters are in constant use and the workshop is alive with senior students vying for Mr Havelock’s time and expertise. Year 11 Design and Technology students have been encouraged to try various workshop techniques and processes to enhance skill development for Year 12 studies. Mr Havelock can be seen instructing students on the finer points of wood turning. Tim Stewart has his guitar on show, an ambitious project that has seen

Narooma

In the past, people coming back from Narooma Conferences have been very enthusiastic about the overall experience. I had wondered about this response and doubted that it could be as good as they said it was. Well, my own experience more than answered my doubts! It was a very special week.

What made it so special you may ask?

Top of the list was the chance to get to know and work with a range of people from diverse branches of the Lasallian family, as well as people from schools similar to ours and teachers from Papua New Guinea. Having spent time with them I won’t be taking for granted life as a teacher at De La Salle!

Just as inspiring were the sessions with workers from Kids Helpline and other different groups under the Boystown umbrella. The chance to become better acquainted with these wonderful people at mealtimes was a real bonus.

Another special part of the week was the formal sessions each day, made up of a mixture of presentations and group work. The presenters were Brothers Gerard Rummery and John Cantwell, and teachers Trish Carroll and Tom Perfect. I found them all informative and interesting but Br Gerard’s in particular was wonderful. Through him I came to a real understanding and appreciation of St John Baptist de la Salle.

Each day’s programme was designed in such a way as to give us free time between lunch and the late afternoon session at 4:30pm. This allowed for sightseeing, shopping, golf, resting/reading and for some of us, swimming. Those lucky enough to have visited Narooma will know about its beautiful beach.

If you have not been there, let me assure you that it is a magnificent part of our eastern coastline and the chance to swim each day was a highlight of my special week.

Like many staff participants before me, I felt guilty for enjoying myself so much, and I am very grateful to Br Tim and the College for the privilege of being a De La Salle participant in the Narooma Programme.

Mrs Betty Rudin

Mrs Carmel Dwyer (second from left) with Balgo Hills staff members Mena Baadjo, Lorraine Baadjo and Karen Pevett

Mr Keith Hoy Technology Coordinator

Tim Stewart, Toby Hunt and Nicholas Trevorah with Mr Tony Havelock

James Bolding working on his table

Kinnoull Staff Reunion

Whilst others were skiing themselves into trees, attached to the sofa watching Channel 10, or listening to the serene music of next door’s party on a Saturday night in July, a large group of past and present staff members of Kinnoull gathered to rekindle past friendships, and reminisce with colleagues.

The memories shared were, for the greater part, delightful and amusing. Strange, isn’t it, how selective our memories are?

What was immediately apparent was the obvious

improvement in all of us. With a smattering of red wine—for the heart—our stories and memories grew. The catering was warming and when the evening closed, just after midnight, all were buoyed by the recollections of the College we have come to love.

Mr Kevin Gibson gave generously of his time organizing the dinner, and we look forward to the next occasion.

Mr Euan Walmsley

Parent’s Association

During the first semester, several successful functions were held. In May, over 40 people attended a very action-packed Fathers and Sons weekend. The College’s Jan Juc property was totally utilised. Backyard cricket, soccer on the beach, shared games, meals and other activities helped forge many happy memories and bonds of friendship. We hope to continue this event in the future, as it is a wonderful chance for fathers to get close to their sons in a friendly, fun-filled atmosphere.

In June, we again had an enjoyable Trivia and Games evening with over 230 people braving a cold Melbourne winter’s night. They enjoyed stimulating and at times, very challenging questions on a wide variety of topics, plus a number of other amusing

A group of mothers volunteered to help the Kids Help Line staff prepare gift packs for their ‘Christmas in July’ Business Chicks Breakfast. At 7:30 am the next morning, members from our College choir sang Christmas carols standing near three tonnes of fresh snow at the venue in Federation Square.

We are currently preparing for our next function, which is the ever-popular Fashion Parade in September, to be followed by a new De La event, our Oaks’ Day Lunch in November.

We extend a special invitation to all families and members of the College community to join us at the annual End of Year Mass.

Coming Events

8th September Fashion Parade

9th October Mothers’ Weekend at Jan Juc 4th November Oaks Day Lunch 28th November Farewell Mass and Morning Tea for Br Tim 3rd December Farewell Cocktail Party for Br Tim Mrs Liz Kortum President

Choir singing Christmas carols at Kids Help Line ‘Business Chicks Breakfast’

Br Paul Smith assists mothers packing gifts for ‘Business Chicks Breakfast’

Reunions

5 Years Reunion

The winter months this year have been hectic with many decade reunions taking place here in Melbourne. A luncheon for the men whose alumni year was 1954 was held in the Brothers’ House and, like each of the other reunions, was attended by interstate as well as local alumni.

10 Years Reunion

20 Years Reunion

The men from 1964, 1974 and 1984 gathered in a private function room at the local Malvern Vale Hotel for their three informal get-togethers. The larger venue of the Malvern RSL was needed for the 1994 reunion due to the increased number of Old Colls on the database and also for the inaugural 5 Years Reunion for the young men from 1999.

Liwa Becker with Mrs Jenny Henderson

Gabriel Avens, Marcel Ghoukassian, Simon Tate and Ben Meadley

Paul Marasco, Mark Butler, Daniel Nolan and Richard Cinque

John Lazzarini, Stephen Collett, Michael Cunningham, David Nowlan and Matt D’Zilva (front)

Kevin Gibson, Mark Vaughn, Matt Clarke and John Battista

Michael Quin, Rohan Dixon, Br Tim and Cameron Dunn

Ewan Russo, Mark Jones and Andrew Callea

Anthony Klarica, Jon Mammone and Adrian Gardiner

David Leahy, Simon Foley and Anthony Netting

Andrew Holden Robert Putamorsi and Greg Van Prooyen

John Mitsopoulo, Damian McMahon, Steve Ellis and Nick Fogarty

30 Years Reunion

Among the comments the Alumni Office received after the reunions were the following: Someone told me this was the first 5 Years reunion the College has held. We had a great time and all the blokes who were there were grateful to catch up with old friends. It is not always easy for males to call someone up out of the blue to see if they want to catch up so the 5 Years reunion is a great way to do

40 Years Reunion

the 10 Years reunion there will be just too much to catch up on so the 5 Years is much more hassle-free. (Shaun Topp, College Vice Captain 1999)

The 1974 Reunion was a great success. By the time I left near midnight, we had attempted a rendition of the war cry. The photos (from the Blue & Gold) were a very handy reference point, also the nametags….. because some of those other guys have certainly aged a bit! (Damien Cash 1974)

James Greenwood, John Finn and Tim Houston

Bernie Meehan, Damien O’Shea, Richard Barry, Paul Fitzpatrick and Dan Scurry

Philip O’Gorman, Carlo Kaabar, Stewart Nicoll, Richard Mullaly and Frank O’Loughlan

Back: Brian Gallagher, Brian Crocker, Kevin Reed, Tom Duggan, Gerald Mercer, Gerard Ingram and Br Julian

Front: Ray Clarke, John Flanagan, Bernie Hoy, Max Brown and Ray Watson

Back: Gerald Larratt, Kevin Burke, Br Jack Kidd, Peter Mullaly and Robert Hamilton

Front: Norman O’Doherty, Fr Peter Rankin, Br Stanislaus Carmody, Brian Cash and Jack Noseda

John Battista, Garry Sherman and Clarke Billings

Back: Mick O’Byrne, Phil Dunn, Brian Torrance, Russell Dunn, Brian Mitchell, Paul Rosman, Michael Heffernan, Brian Slater and Lew Rayner

Front: Terry Farrell, Terry Martin, Pat Danaher, John Battista, Garry Sherman, Clarke Billings, Lorenzo Montesini and Pat Coyne

Russell Dunn, Brian Torrance and Pat Danaher

Reunions

Year 12 Revisited

The Class of 2003 all received their Old Collegians’ Life Membership certificates and Old Collegians’ badges in February. In August, most of the class returned to the College for the “2003 Revisited” barbecue dinner with their former teachers. Well

before the start of the function, the crowd of new ‘Old Colls’ began to form under the trees at Tiverton. The celebrations got underway quickly and an air of excitement soon filled the PAC, proving once again that this popular annual gathering is vital for fostering an ongoing involvement with the Old Collegians’ Association.

Sydney Reunion

Anderledy Lodge’, in the grounds of the convent for the Josephite Nuns at Mary MacKillop Place in North Sydney, was the delightful venue for the Sydney reunion. The gathering consisted of former students from as early as the 1940’s with Br

Tim Peter and Br Stanislaus Carmody representing present and past College Headmasters. Some of the guests came from Canberra to join their fellow Old Collegians from the Sydney region.

Following Br Tim’s comprehensive update on College developments, one of the highlights of the evening was the viewing of nostalgic videos of the College through the ages. Br Stan was called in as the final arbitrator when the guests noisily challenged the identities of students on the video.

1. Back: Peter Larkin, John Hogan, John Teague, Front: Frank Hallissy, Fr Peter Quin, Br Stan and John Hogan 2. Peter Larkin, Michael Cogan, John Hogan, John Teague and Bob Dale 3. Back: Mary-Anne Larkin, Peter Larkin, Front: Guy Gianni, Paul Rosman and Genia Podles 4. Back: John and Eunice Dale, Front: Runi Steponavicius, Maureen and Nigel Van Reyk

Mothers of Former Students

Kooyong Lawn Tennis Club was the popular venue for the fifth Mothers of Former Students’ dinner. Now recognised as an important annual event on the College calendar, the 88 women present commenced their evening with champagne. The noise level that continued throughout the night was a reflection of their enjoyment of the evening.

Former College Chaplain, Fr Les Troy, and Br Julian Watson were special guests at the dinner and Br Tim’s wide-ranging address touched the hearts of all those present. All three men were very much in

demand by the mums, who wanted to share an anecdote or thank them for their contribution to their sons’ education.

If you would like to be part of the fun of future Mothers of Former Students functions, please contact the Alumni Office (9509 3011) to be included on the database. Please nominate your friends from your sons’ years at De La who might enjoy these gettogethers. Each year we alternate between a lunch and a dinner so, in 2005, there will be lunch for all interested MOFS.

Annual Old Collegians’ Mass

Once again, members from the Old Collegians’ Association attended the Annual Mass together with Brothers and staff. Fr Leo Conlan, C.M., gave a thoughtful homily reflecting his close association with

our Lasallian community. Sharing morning tea afterwards offered the opportunity for those present to mingle and for lifelong friends to meet again.

Golden Jubilee Celebrations

Following the Mass of Jubilee and the Re-Dedication of the Chapel to St John Baptist De La Salle at Castle Hill in May, the Jubilarian Brothers and their families and friends gathered for a celebratory luncheon. Among the five Jubilarians were two Old Collegians from Malvern, Br Kevin Moloney and Br John Mitchell, who were celebrating their Golden (50 years) Jubilees.

During the time that classmates Br Kevin and Br John were at De La in the early 1950s, Br Stanislaus Carmody was their teacher and Headmaster. It seemed fitting that he should be asked to speak on their behalf. The following is a synopsis of his address.

Br Kevin Moloney

Young Kevin attended St Kevin’s in Ormond and was awarded a scholarship to De La Salle College where he came under the influence of Br Frederick Mullins and Br John Hanson.

He entered the Juniorate in 1951 at the age of 15 and became a novice in 1954. Br Kevin gained a teaching certificate, completed a Bachelor of Arts Degree and taught at De La Salle schools in NSW, VIC and SA. His administration and leadership skills were

recognised and he served as Principal at Armidale, East Bentleigh, Henley Beach, Dandenong and Mentone. Each of these establishments flourished under his inspiring leadership and pastoral care.

In 1979, Br Kevin attended the Christian Studies course at Sangre de Cristo, Santa Fe, New Mexico. This course broadened his outlook; increased his love for and understanding of the Lasallian tradition and strengthened his capability as a Principal and Director.

In 1989, Br Kevin was elected to be Auxiliary Provincial and he formed a dynamic team with Br Bill Firman. A triumvirate from De La was completed with the appointment of Br James Taylor as Director of the

community at Kensington. Br Kevin then became Provincial and the Brothers are deeply indebted to him for the expertise and compassion he displayed. Br Kevin will be remembered by recent students at De La, particularly those who were late arriving at school and for his one eyed support for his Hawks team. He is presently Director of the East Bentleigh Community and keeps an eye on those latecomers at St James’.

Br John is the eldest of five boys (all born wearing a St Kilda jumper). He was a student at St Anthony’s in Glen Huntly before winning a diocesan scholarship to De La.

Br John entered the Juniorate in 1954, joining Br Kevin again, and after following the strict regime of the novitiate he completed a teaching degree. His first appointment was to the junior school of St Bernard’s in Katoomba. He was transferred to Oakhill College for the next eleven years. He found these years very happy and professionally satisfying.

In 1971 Br John was transferred to the Armidale community where Br Kevin was Director and Principal of De La Salle College and studied as a full-time student at the University of New England. He then taught at several of our schools in Sydney before being appointed to Dandenong the year Br Kevin became Principal there. After eight years, Br John went to De La Salle Malvern for two years then spent four years at Derby in WA. He has been stationed at Marrickville for the past seven years. Apart from his teaching, Br John is a supporter extraordinaire of the missions. He puts his whole heart into anything he takes on.

These Golden Jubilarians are an example to us all of dedication, commitment, loyalty and tireless effort in the apostolate. They inspire us with their love of St John Baptist De La Salle and the Institute he founded.

Br Kevin Moloney (second from left) with sister-in-law Lois Moloney, brother John Moloney and sister Katherine

Br John Mitchell with his brothers Peter, Paul, Mark and David

Br Kevin Moloney, Br Celsus Clarke and Br John Mitchell

OCAFC 50th Anniversary

Foundation Members’ Dinner

To celebrate the Old Collegian Football Club’s 50th Anniversary year, the available players, committee members, officials and supporters from 1955, gathered for a reunion Dinner. In all, 25 attended, together with our guest of honour, Brother Stanislaus Carmody, and our host Club President, Patrick McConville. Before dinner was served, each person was named, asked to stand up, and was warmly welcomed. No one missed his cue although a couple had to be prodded into action! Special welcomes were extended to Br Stan, all the way from Cronulla, Col Cantwell from Balmoral, and Max Brown from Ballarat. Apologies were noted, and our deceased players and non-players, were remembered.

During the meal Pat McConville proposed a toast to all those involved in the setting up of the Club, and conveyed the Club’s warmest congratulations on the achievements of our first year. He also acknowledged the ongoing contributions of so many from 1955 to the Club, and to the VAFA.

50th Grand Anniversary Dinner

Nearly 300 enthusiastic supporters attended the 50th Anniversary Dinner held at the ANZ pavilion in the Arts Centre complex on August 7th.

College Principal Br Tim Peter hosted a table with Br Phillip Sheridan, Br Ken Ormerod, Br Jack Kidd and Br Mark Murphy. Other guests included Councillor Melina Sehr, Mayor of Stonnington, Councillor Judy Hindle our Ward Representative and Richard Evans, the VAFA immediate Past President.

Many guests travelled extraordinary distances to be present. The occasion generated a sense of pride in what has been accomplished by the Club since its inception in 1954, with the first games in the 1955 VAFA season. In that time over 1,774 players have participated in 62,873 games for the Club, which now fields three Senior, two Under 19 and an Under 16 or 17 teams. The night culminated in the naming of the on and off-field teams of each decade and an on and off-field team of the half century.

Jim Hawkins, our first captain, responded and emphasised the unstinting support of, among many others, the Old Collegians’ Committee and Brothers Oswald and Stan. He congratulated Brian McCusker, our first secretary, on his impeccable records, which provided the essential database for this reunion.

Br Stan was invited to say a few words. He protested that he wasn’t given any warning, but then entertained us, as usual, with a selection of anecdotes! To conclude a memorable evening, Peter Strickland, standing under the 1955 Premiership Flag, led us in an enthusiastic (!) rendition of “Cheers, cheers for Old De La Salle”.

Bill Watts, Bruce Merritt, Jim Hawkins and Brian McCusker

This team included: Captain: Barry Lyons (1967–1980) record of 227senior games Vice Captains: Dick Hellard (1956-1958) and Andrew Mackintosh (1988-2003) Coach: Bernard Sheehy, in five years gained one “B” Grade and two “A” Grade premierships and a third in “A” grade. To view these teams please pay a visit to the website http://www.delafootball.com.au

Leading players included Danny Tessier with 308 games, Ross (Greg) McHenry with 278 games and Colin Glover with 255 games. Another 24 players 249–200 games, 38 in the 199-150 range and 88 in the 149-100 range.

Colin Glover(1960)

Club President Pat McConville, Peter Strickland and John Corin

Tom Duggan and Max Brown

Did You Know?

John Lloyd (1920) was presented with a ‘Certificate of Honour’ for being the first pupil of De La Salle College to reach 100 years, on June 18th. He is the oldest living student from the first class of 1912. Brother Tim and Alumni Officer Genie Scott visited John to make the presentation and to give his family a bound collection of documents recounting John’s amazing 100 years and particularly his experiences in the first few years of the establishment of the College.

During the Second World War, John was a Lieutenant Colonel in the AIF and was taken prisoner at the fall of Singapore. He was sent to Burma where he worked on the aerodromes, the infamous Burma/ Siam railway and the famous bridges over the River Kwai. John helped repatriate the Australian soldiers at the end of the war and he was called upon to give evidence at the War Crimes Tribunal in Japan. John returned to his position with the State Bank until his retirement.

John and his wife Anne (dec) have four children, 19 grandchildren and 10 great –grandchildren. John lived in his Camberwell home until three weeks before his birthday when he became unwell and is now being cared for in a nursing home.

John’s son John (1953) and his daughters Anne, Mary and Catherine and their families are immensely proud of him. We feel privileged to have shared part of John’s journey, and send him every good wish for many happy and healthy days ahead.

Simon Janes (1992) is moving back to warmer weather, after several years working as a Business Analyst for BHP Billiton in The Hague. He has been offered a position to move further within the organization in their Brisbane office. After a great learning experience, a lot of travel, and meeting so many people, Simon says he will be glad to be closer to family and friends. Brother Damian (1979), is with AMP Superannuation in Melbourne. He and his wife Bronwyn have a daughter, Alexandra. Chris (1980) is working in the mining derivative section at JP Morgan. He lives in Cammeray and enjoys sailing and the Sydney life style with his girlfriend. Tim (1988) and his wife Sonya live in North Fitzroy, where he runs the marketing side of Shock Records. They both enjoy travelling, and have just returned from Asia.

Adam Blight (1992) is the Deputy Director of Bill Clinton’s New York team working on the grand opening of his presidential library and centre in Little Rock, Arkansas.

David Bannigan (1992) is managing the supply, distribution and marketing of the family gaming machine business and is to be married in November.

Simon Janes will be best man and Dean Gleeson a groomsman while many of his De La friends overseas intend returning to celebrate the occasion.

Dean Gleeson (1992) is running a successful gym business in Brighton, and recently became father to baby Olivia.

Mark Lotter (1980) started an apprenticeship with a company that he eventually bought. He handles the sales and marketing for the imported test equipment used in laboratories. After 15 years in Sydney he has returned to Melbourne with his wife and son Nathan to run the business from here.

William Bourke (1987) has been living in Sydney and Canberra since 1998, working in the sports marketing and sponsorship field. He recently started Sponsorship HQ, a web-based business marketing premium sponsorship opportunities to corporate Australia.

Sean O’Sullivan (1994) has played cricket for South Caulfield in the VTCA Senior division and was the leading wicket taker in the 2003/2004 season. He was approached by the North Down CC, in Comber (outside Belfast) to play with them. Sean transferred jobs within the banking sector. He is thrilled to be playing for the club as it an historic one, founded in

These four De La Old Colls photographed at Melbourne Airport were heading off overseas with backpacks, frontpacks and surfboards. Left to right of the photo are Jeremy Leach (1999), Chris Gannon (1999), Michael Quin (1999) and Luke Yodgee (1998). All have been best mates during and since their De La days. They are heading to Asia then to England where they plan to buy a car and travel around the coast of Europe and Spain and SURF. After touring for about three months they plan to settle in England and work there for a year or two.

Luke Murtagh (1994) missed the 10 Years Reunion as he was in Iceland! He is currently enjoying a working holiday in the UK and plans to return home to Melbourne at the end of the year.

Val Noone (1955) divides his time between a parttime lecturing position in Irish history and migration at the History Department of the University of Melbourne and as editor of Táin, the magazine of the Australian Irish Network.

Thomas McIlroy (2003) has spent this year at La Salle College in Bankstown (NSW) working with the Brothers as a Lasallian Volunteer. He has worked as a teacher’s aide providing assistance with English tutoring and with Br Anthony Cummins (1973) in

Campus Ministry. Tom has found the variety of work to be ‘challenging, tough at times, but always very enjoyable’.

Adrian Lane (2003) has spent his Lasallian Volunteer year at Luurnpa Catholic School, Balgo Hills (WA). He is working in the library and is a general assistant at the school, involved with the reading program sporting activities and the lifesaving program at the pool. Adrian sees this as a ‘once in a lifetime experience in an indigenous community’.

David Connors (1991) has returned to Melbourne, after travelling for many years and playing basketball in America. He is working with a business strategy consulting company — a new career for him in the IT industry.

Andrew Hunt (1981) has his own construction company and he works with his brother Greg (1982) who is married with two children. Matt (1987) is a carpenter, married with two children while their youngest brother Simon (1989), is married with three children and is a member of the Police Force.

Peter Clothier (1953) has recently retired from his position as a Magistrate in Melbourne. For many years he has held the position in the DLS OCAFC of Tribunal Representative. Peter has been touring Australia (via the Centre) and travelled through to Brisbane where he visited his son, John (1987) who has just become the father of twin boys. John, an iron-man competitor, is State Manager for an investment company.

Bryan Clothier (1957), Peter’s brother, also chose a career with the legal fraternity, becoming Deputy Chief Magistrate, working in the Melbourne Administrative Appeals Tribunal. Bryan has been touring in Europe following the route his father took as an ambulance driver during WW1.

John Ratnasabapathy (1994) completed his Commerce Degree and has been working as a chartered accountant for PWC in New York for the last eighteen months. His brother Francis (1997) has a Commerce/ Maths Degree and has joined the firm Mercers, here in Melbourne.

Jim Conlan (1978) has enjoyed a successful career, training racehorses. In 2001, after ten years at Cranbourne and nine years at Caulfield, he purchased ‘Majidabe’ his latest training stables, at Cape Schanck. Among his many successful winners are Excited Angel, Danestorm, Miss Pennymoney and Plaudits.

Ben Kienhuis (2000) has completed his Outdoor Education Diploma from Swinburne. In June he left for China where he and his father are establishing a Melbourne-style coffee shop in Xiamin on the east coast, south of Shanghai. This is to be followed towards the end of the year with a job on the Canadian ski fields of Firnie.

Tom Sandiland (2000), Nick Kormas (2000), and Daniel Stafford (2000) have been travelling through Europe and plan returning at the end of the year to settle into their chosen careers in Australia.

Tony Schiavello (1984), with a Diploma of Finance

and Planning, worked in banking for five years before joining Zurich Insurance. There he has worked in their financial services department, predominantly in the investment market for the last 15 years. Tony is married with two primary aged children. Paul Tuchtan (1994), a teacher, missed the 10 Years Reunion because he was in North Carolina, USA, where he has been teaching in an elementary school as a cultural ambassador. Having travelled through Europe for seven months prior to this appointment he plans to travel through South America before returning home. His brother, Charles (1991), lectures to sport and fitness trainers at Melbourne Institute of Fitness. Charles has written a textbook on massage, which is in its second edition.

Kieran Netting (1983) and his wife Sally have been living and working in Singapore for the last few years and are the proud parents of a new baby daughter, Sophia. Kieran is working with the Credit Suisse Private Bank and, when not working, they enjoy the opportunity to travel throughout SE Asia. His brother Anthony (1984), travelled from his home in Brisbane for the 20 Years Reunion held in Melbourne in June. An accountant, Anthony has recently completed an MBA and is the Qld Commercial Manager for the Housing Industry Association. Anthony is also newly married.

Simon Foley (1984) attended the 1984 Reunion coming from his home in Perth. Simon completed an Agricultural Science degree at UWA, worked for the Department of Agriculture, Elders and is now a private consultant for a Farm Management Consultancy, which is primarily involved with financial, and production management of broadacre farm businesses in the northern wheatbelt of WA. Simon and his wife Nicole lived in Geraldton until recently returning to Perth.

Peter Ventieri (1984), an accountant and avid traveller, is currently the finance manager for Bells Constructions and Technologies in Hobart, where he lives with his young family.

Paul Jackson (1985), a lighting designer for theatre and architecture lighting, has been recently named in the top ten of the Arts and Entertainment section of The Bulletin magazine’s “Smart 100”. The musical “High Society” was one of his more recent successes.

Rest in Peace

Egan

Liston

John Hamilton-Smith

Barry

Edwards

Carroll

Jones

Railton

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

College Dates to Remember

October 9th Mothers’ Weekend at Jan Juc

October 11th –17th Festival of Visual and Performing Arts

October 15th Year 12 Graduation Mass and Valedictory Dinner

October 20th Year 12 Farewell Assembly

October 29th Athletics Carnival

November 4th Oaks Day Luncheon

November 11th Year 11 Final Mass and Assembly

November 17th DLS Swimming Carnival

November 28th Farewell Mass and Morning Tea for Br Tim

November 30th Year 10 Final Mass and Assembly

December 2nd Primary Graduation Mass

December 3rd Years 4–9 Final Liturgy and Assembly Farewell Cocktail Party for Br Tim

Old Collegians Dates

October 1st Perth Reunion for all Old Collegians living in WA

Fr Les Troy at the blessing of the Old Collegians’ Wing with Br Gabriel and Br Tim