Roll Call — May 2005

Headmaster’s Report

Some years ago I came across an article written by a Professor of Education that was rather critical of some schools in modern society:

“Too many schools place a premium on head knowledge to the detriment of the education of the feelings… Claiming to be morally neutral, they produce students more inclined to compete than cooperate, more ready to seek personal advancement than social justice, more apt to criticize than become involved.” (Professor Brian Hill WA)

Moral neutrality may masquerade as a virtue but it is never really one. It is imperative that schools promote attitudes of co-operation and social justice. Our goal must be to produce young men and women who are concerned about others, not just themselves, who understand the importance of effort and sacrifice.

There is a South African proverb that says: “You can’t love God with your arms folded.”

One aspect of the great success of our Mission Action Day (MAD) is that the students do unfold their arms to help their neighbour — with the support of parents who give money from their pockets! It was also refreshing to witness the very generous response to the Tsunami Appeals earlier this year. Such responses counter the common attitude of some people in our society who say:

“Look after yourself. Success is the possession of more and more money. Have more pleasure. Seek more comfort”.

Our De La Salle community is not morally neutral. We believe it is essential that children develop strength of character and that they be able to resist the hedonist temptations of drink, drugs and sexual exploitation of others — all of which are often “packaged” in modern society as acceptable commodities. One of the first problems facing a child growing to adulthood is to distinguish right from wrong and to overcome the human tendency to choose the softest, easiest option. It was St Paul who said: “I treat my body hard and make it obey me”. (1.Cor.9:27)

Strength of character is developed in the many minor incidents of life, when we are called upon to honour our commitment and obligations. Effort is necessary if we are to be achievers.

Courage is needed to avoid temptation.

A young person develops strong character by honouring commitments — to be in class when expected, to turn up for all games in which the team he or she has joined are playing — even when it is wet or cold or the team has to travel a long way or when something more exciting comes along. The ready participation of our Years 11 & 12 students at the First Term retreats was highly commendable.

Being a good student is another test of character. Can I make myself put aside the attractive soft options and commit myself to the task at hand? Can I “make my body obey me?” It doesn’t just happen. It is something that we train ourselves to be able to do by our daily commitment to our obligations, by living up to high expectations for ourselves. The loyalty of the De La Salle Old Collegians is a continuing sign of that commitment. A just person, an honest person has a personal integrity that nobody can destroy.

These are the kinds of attitudes I have found among the staff, parents, students and many former students of De La Salle. It is a privilege to be entrusted with the leadership of this strong community.

Br Bill

Cover Page: Br Denis Loft with Year 6 students Liam Sharp, John Farrugia, James Annett, Nick Cardamone and Patrick Shannon

LASALLIAN ROLL CALL COMMITTEE

Executive Officer: Br Bill Firman

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Academic Honours 2004

The College Dux for 2004 was Peter Hamblin who achieved an ENTER score of 98.80. Peter was a student at De La Salle from Year 7, and was a College Leader during 2004. Peter has undertaken studies in Commerce and Law at Monash University, Clayton. The award for Proxime Accessit was given to Timothy Kovess, the College Captain in 2004, who achieved an ENTER score of 98.40. Timothy has undertaken studies in Biomedical Science and Economics at Monash University, Clayton.

Two students attained study scores of 49 out of a possible 50 Nicholas Dunn in Physical Education, Daniele Giovannoni in Media. Both of these young men were College Leaders in 2004.

The Monash Prize for outstanding academic achievement in Year 11 in 2004 was awarded to George Farah.

College Captain’s Address

The Year 12 theme for this year is “Finding a Balance”, because life is a balancing act. We might all ask: “Do I have a balance in my life?” What might I do to have a balanced life?”

For me a balanced life is putting things in perspective. Some of the important things in my life include studying effectively, enjoying strong friendships with mates, playing sport and, importantly, being an active and integral part of a family. Finding a balance is about prioritizing these important things, the lasting things, and about giving each of them an appropriate part in my life.

My personal priorities this year include:

— Enjoying to the utmost my last year of secondary school;

— Carrying out to the best of my ability the responsibilities of a College Leader;

— Achieving the best academic results I can;

— Participating in sporting, social and cultural activities.

I cannot fulfill these goals on my own. I must have the continuing love, support and guidance of my family, teachers and friends. But equally I must offer this love, support and guidance to those who need it. I must be prepared to be a good listener, to look out for others and know that “it is not always about me”. We must focus on the present and face our daily challenges rather than be distracted by future concerns.

The following paradox might inspire you, as it has me: Life’s like that.

To get energy, you need to expend energy.

The more you do, the more you can do.

To get the most out of life you need to get into it.

To receive love you need to give it.

In taking no risks you are really risking everything.

As individuals our respective balances will differ. Only through finding our balance will we attain happiness and develop selffulfilment.

We have a new year ahead of us — for the Year 12’s it will be our last at De La. It will pass all too quickly. It will be the year of school which will be strongest in our memories for the rest of our lives. Whatever our Year level, we must seize this opportunity. Let’s make this year enjoyable and memorable by striking that balance in our lives.

Tim McKenna

TIM MCKENNA

COLLEGE CAPTAIN 2005

Tim is in his ninth year at the College and has represented the College in tennis, golf, and table tennis. In 2003 he was Campus Secretary for the Student Representative Council on the Tiverton Campus and has continued his involvement in Years 9, 10 and 11. His goal is to enjoy and excel in his last year at De La Salle.

JONATHON MATTHEWS

COLLEGE VICE–CAPTAIN

Jonathon has been at the College since Year 9 and was a Leader in Year 10. He has represented the College in ACC athletics, cross country, soccer, and volleyball. Jonathon is looking forward to the challenges of this year.

SEAMUS SCANLON

COLLEGE VICE–CAPTAIN

Seamus is in his fourth year at the College, and has represented the College in athletics, cross country, cricket, football, and hockey. He has been actively involved in Red Cross, Kids Help Line and was awarded the Adrian Nyel Award in Year 10. He hopes to excel in everything he undertakes.

CRAIG ALMEIDA

Craig is in his fifth year at the College and has been actively involved in Camp La Salle, Fish La Salle, SALT and St Vincent De Paul charity work, and was a Year 9 Student Representative Council Leader.

STEPHEN BADROCK

Stephen is in his ninth year at the College and has represented the College in athletics, tennis, table tennis, cross country and chess. He has participated in selling badges for Kids Help Line at Melbourne Central. Stephen hopes to excel in everything he undertakes.

DAVID BENTLEY

David has been at the College for six years. He has participated in various school productions. David hopes that Year 12 will be a good year for him and for the whole of his year level.

ADAM COX

Adam is in his sixth year at the College. He has been involved in ACC football, hockey, athletics, and cross country and he was runner up in Best & Fairest in Division 2 under 17 in the Yarra Junior Football League. Adam aims to make this a successful year at school.

ALEX GOW

Alex started at the College in 2000 and was Campus President in Year 10. He has been a SRC representative from Years 7 to 11. He plays in a band and has participated in the ACC Battle of the Bands. Alex has been involved in Kids Help Line, Red Cross and was a valuable member of the St Vincent de Paul Society. He aims to have a successful VCE year and make music.

NATHAN HARRIS

Row 3: Peter Murray, Nathan Harris, Alex Gow, Alex Tyrrell, Craig Almeida, Row 2: Mr Matthew Breen, David Bentley, Stephen Badrock, David McKenna, Adam Cox, Br Adrian, Br Bill Row 1: Mr Peter Riordan, Seamus Scanlan, Tim McKenna, Jonathon Matthews, Ben Shipperd, Mr Richard Komiazyk

Nathan is in his sixth year at the College. Nathan has been involved in ACC football, cricket, hockey, athletics, cross country and the Rock Eisteddfod. Nathan has been involved in the Red Cross volunteer program and he is a member of the TAC Sandringham Dragons Football team.

DAVID MCKENNA

David is in his ninth year at the College. He was a leader in Year 7 and has represented the College in tennis, table tennis and golf. In Year 11 David received the Academic Excellence Award in Psychology. He would like to take every opportunity to be involved in the life of the College and to do his best in his studies.

PETER MURRAY

Peter is in his sixth year at the College. He has been involved in athletics, football and basketball from Years 7 to 10. Peter would like to be consistent with his schoolwork and finish the year on a high note.

BEN SHIPPERD

Ben is in his third year at the College. He has represented the college in ACC cricket, soccer and drama productions. Ben is the current Captain of the under 17 Caulfield Cricket team and also plays third grade seniors. He aims to play a strong part in the Leadership team.

ALEX TYRRELL

Alex has been at the College for 6 years. He was on the SRC at Tiverton in Years 9 and10 and has represented the College in athletics, cricket, hockey, cross country, and soccer. Alex received the Adrian Nyel Award in Year 10 and the Academic Excellence Award in Physical Education in Year 11. Alex aims to involve himself in many extracurricular activities at the College and to do his best in his studies in 2005.

From College Captain to Headmaster

Our new Headmaster, Br Bill Firman, was born in Malvern, and commenced here at De La Salle College as a student in 1951. Bill went on to become College Captain in 1961. He subsequently joined the De La Salle Brothers and later returned to teach here in 1972 and 1973.

From 1974 until 1987, Br Bill was Headmaster of St Bede’s College Mentone. In 1988, he was elected Congregational Leader of the Brothers in Australia, PNG and NZ, serving as leader until 1992. He was then appointed Director of BoysTown Beaudesert (QLD) until 1997 when he was appointed as the Principal of Francis Douglass Memorial College in New Plymouth (NZ). He returned to BoysTown in 2002 as the Executive Director to oversee the whole organization which now includes Kids Helpline.

“I believe the prime responsibility of a principal is to develop a high morale within the educational environment, in which academic excellence and a strong Christian ethos are the pre-eminent values. I believe that a profound respect for staff, students and their parents as one’s brothers and sisters in Christ, fellow travellers on life’s journey, is an essential element in a genuinely Lasallian institution.”

The College community is indeed pleased to welcome Brother Bill to De La Salle, and looks forward to reaping the benefits, not only of his obvious pastoral attitudes but also the wide experience in educational and administrative fields that he brings to the College.

Mr Matthew Breen, Seamus Scanlan, Tim McKenna, Jonathon Matthews with Br Bill

1960 College Captain Bill Firman

2004 VCE Results

To the students of Year 12 in 2004, we offer our sincere congratulations!

The 197 students who completed Year 12 were all successful in gaining their VCE. Twenty four students received an ENTER score above 90.00, the top 3 students being: Peter Hamblin 98.80 Commerce/ Law, Monash University

Tim Kovess 98.40 Biomedical Science/ Economics, Monash University Daniele Giovannoni 97.75 Creative Arts, University of Melbourne

Of the 176 students who applied for a tertiary placement, 153 received a VTAC offer. At this stage 102 have formally accepted their offer, 70 at University, 27 at TAFE and 5 at Independent Tertiary Colleges. (These numbers are subject to change.)

About 22 students did not apply for a tertiary place, as they had work and apprenticeships organized for this year. A number of students have deferred.

Back Row: Steven Vidovic, Chris Leong, Peter Li Ting

Second Row: Max Boulat, Daniele Giovannoni, Nicholas Kovess, Matt Wilkinson, Anthony Cerra

Third Row: Thomas Dillane, Thomas Leary, Martin Crimson, Anthony Barca, Carl Russo, Jack Noonan

Fourth Row: Nick Dunn, Michael Herkess, William Sullivan, Sam Wilkinson

Front Row: Br Bill, Timothy Kovess, Peter Hamblin, Daniel Rana, Nghia Nguyen, Mr Peter Riordan

The most popular fields of study chosen by students were: Business/Commerce, Arts, Engineering, Health/Sport, Science/ Biomedical Sciences, Media, Hospitality, and IT. The main institutions chosen by students were: Monash University, Deakin University, Holmesglen TAFE, Swinburne University/Tafe, RMIT, and University of Melbourne.

Five students chose the following Independent Tertiary Colleges: JMC Academy, Melbourne Institute of Business, and the International College of Professional Photography.

These Colleges offer Diploma level courses and places are all fee-paying.

A number of students received more than one offer, as they had applied for courses that are both Commonwealth Funded Programs (HECS), and fee-paying, and were offered a place in each category.

The College staff join me in wishing the students of Year 12, 2004, great success, satisfaction and enjoyment, in their choice of destinations.

Sue Taylor Careers Counsellor

Br Ambrose Payne congratulates Leader David McKenna

Tiverton Campus

The school year for 2005 has begun in an excellent manner on the Tiverton Campus. In particular, we have welcomed our new Headmaster, Br. Bill Firman, who is an Old Collegian, former College Captain, and former staff member to our De La Salle Community. Br. Bill brings enormous experience and much wisdom to his role as Headmaster of the College and we wish him every success in his new role.

As always, the Tiverton Campus continues to be a vibrant, busy and particularly energetic campus. There is no doubt that students in today’s society are provided with a fantastic number of opportunities that were not presented to the generations of students that went before them. This year one of our aims on the Tiverton Campus is for students to grasp as many of those opportunities as possible, so that there are no regrets when the school year is finished.

An area on which we have been particularly focused this year, is in the area of Student Leadership. All classes have elected their Student Representative Council leaders for 2005, with the SRC badges being presented to those elected at our recent Tiverton Campus Assembly. Ms Di Byers and Mr Simon Hewitson are working very closely with this group, and meeting with them on a regular basis to help raise important issues, and to give the student body a voice on the Tiverton Campus.

I am often asked by visitors to the College and prospective parents the one area in which we excel with our students at De La Salle. My simple answer is that we do not excel in one area but rather provide students with an exceptionally well-rounded education with strong spiritual, academic, cultural, social and sporting dimensions that leads to excellence in many areas. It is through these dimensions that students will be provided with underpinning values that will hold them in fine stead for the rest of their lives.

Mr Peter Riordan

Kinnoull Campus

The 2005 school year began with almost 600 students in Years 10–12 on Kinnoull Campus. The slight increase in numbers from 2004 was due to a higher intake in Year 10 and increased retention levels for Years 11 and 12. Some staff members have transferred from the Tiverton Campus to the Kinnoull Campus — Ms Adrianne Harrowfield, Mr David Ellul, Mr Michael Naughton and Mr Gerard Barns, whilst Mr Shane Slavin has transferred to Tiverton. Ms Busk has taken on classroom teaching, and she has been replaced in the library by Ms Nichole Humphrey. Mr Richard Komiazyk has been appointed the Year 12 Coordinator and Mr David Madigan appointed the Year 10 Coordinator. In the Curriculum area, VCE Geography and VCE Information Technology subjects have experienced diminishing numbers of students, reflecting a state-wide trend in these subjects, whilst Business and workrelated subjects have increased in numbers. A new VET subject, Building and Construction, was introduced especially for students studying VCAL (Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning), and students undertaking this subject have relished its ‘hands-on’ nature. VCAL Literacy and Numeracy courses have also been introduced at Year 12 level to cater for the needs of VCAL students. As a result of introducing VCAL, students who might have really struggled with VCE or who might have ‘dropped-out’ of school altogether are now remaining at school and finding meaning and satisfaction in their studies. A small group of dedicated staff are focused on meeting the needs of these students under the guidance of the VCAL Coordinator, Mr Paul Fairlie.

Negotiations for the purchase of a block of land adjacent to the Campus are nearing completion. This land will provide extra playing space and permit improved landscaping of the main courtyard. Changes will be undertaken progressively owing to restraints on finance.

Br Adrian Watson

De La Salle — Building a Solid Reputation

Just as the Building and Construction Industry in Victoria is booming so too is VET in Schools booming at De La Salle College, Malvern. There are over 100 students undertaking VET programs in 2005 which include courses in Automotive, Broadcasting, Engineering, Horticulture, Hospitality, Information Technology, Multi Media, Music Production, and Sport and Recreation. But probably the biggest development in the ET sector at De La Salle is the introduction of VET in the VCE Building and Construction.

The Certificate II in Building and Construction is the full PreApprenticeship program. It is being delivered at De La Salle under an auspice arrangement with Swinburne College of TAFE. The complete certificate is undertaken over two years and will give VCE and VCAL students handson experience in building and construction. The skills and insights gained through the course will enable students to make informed choices about a possible career in the industry. There are three streams in the Certificate and, at De La Salle, the focus is on the Carpentry stream. Students are undertaking a series of projects throughout the year under the expert eye of Mr Chris Danckert who teaches the students and who has had extensive industry experience over many years.

The students also receive their Red Card in the course. Red Card training is now mandatory for building and construction industry workers in Victoria. The training is a WorkSafe Victoria initiative that focuses on Occupational Health and Safety within the industry. Students studying VET must complete structured workplace

learning as a key component of their course.

The young men at De La Salle will have the opportunity to use their skills in a variety of Building and Construction settings. Some will work with carpenters, others with plumbers and others for the College itself in helping renovate the College’s Jan Juc property. Several VCAL students will be combining their school studies with one or two days each week as paid employees in the workforce. This work readiness is helping to address the skills shortages in the industry as well as providing valuable work experience for potential tradesmen.

Mr Paul Fairlie

Peter Tiberi and Ryan Hendry — VET Building and Construction

Ross McLeod — VET Hospitality

Lachlan Williams — VET Multimedia

Rory Higgins — School-based New Apprentice at Barloworld Mercedes

St Bede’s and De La Salle VET Building and Construction students with teacher Mr Chris Danckert

Year 7 Homeroom Camps

“I walk down to the beach with my surfboard under my arm. The icy cold water sends a shock through my feet as I plunge in and drop onto my board…I manage to catch a few more waves. Ocean water sprays onto my back as I reluctantly walk out of the sandy water. With frozen fingers I fumble the board’s strap from my ankle. I trudge back to camp exhausted, with my friends soldier-like marching next to me. I leave thinking of the fun I have had surfing Jan Juc beach and spend the rest of the day desperately wanting to go back for more thrills…riding the chilly, foaming waves across the stretch of golden beach.” Scott Barnsley (7 Benilde)

The excitement is evident in this boy’s description of an experience on his Year 7 camp. It was a feeling shared by all of the De La boys this year. The Jan Juc camp provided many new experiences for the boys who had left the comforts of their families and homes to spend four days and three nights with their new Homeroom classmates. Mixing the boys into a variety of groups helped them learn to depend on each other and many new friendships were formed. At the end of the four days it was heartening to observe the mateship and co-operation of

our newly formed Homerooms.

The boys learned to care for themselves, others and their environment with the guidance of our outdoor Ed staff and Homeroom teachers. At the Aboriginal Cultural Centre, Norm, the resident caretaker, enlightened us with his explanations of the practices and traditions of life as a hunter/warrior in the Aboriginal tribes of old. Our De La boys showed respect and great interest by their active involvement during this session.

Even though the ‘camp out’ in the bush was thwarted by incredible swarms of mosquitoes, the boys managed to make the most of erecting their ‘bivvies’ and cooking a pasta dish on the camp oven.

The ocean can be a scary place for some of us, and many boys to their credit, overcame their fears to be involved with their peer group. In fact, whether it was snorkelling, hiking, camping, surfing or just being away from family, the Year 7 boys gave it their best shot.

Vaughn Wisely’s (7B) descriptive writing encapsulates the general feeling of our homeroom camp … “We all came out of the ocean with the taste of salt water in our mouths. Painful bruises ached, from our mates losing control of their slippery boards and crashing into us. Tiny bits of gritty sand seemed to crawl into our wetsuits and find their way into hard-toreach parts of our bodies. BUT I LOVED IT! This experience has given me a new level of confidence on a board, and in myself. I cannot wait to relive the thrill of standing up on a board, surrounded by my mates.”

Mrs Carmel Dwyer 7 Benilde Homeroom Teacher

In June the College will be host to a group of students from La Salle Green Hills College in Manila. This Cultural Exchange with Green Hills has been a valuable inter-school venture for nearly ten years and we are looking forward to sharing our school, homes and city with our visitors.

Last September, 14 Year 10 students and three staff left for the Philippines. Ahead lay two hectic weeks of experiencing a snapshot of life in a Third World country. They experienced the life of a Filipino student, lived with the comfortably rich, shared the poverty of a rural community, spent time with children rescued from the streets of Manila and distributed food parcels to a community that lost everything in a typhoon three weeks previously.

They experienced some of the cultural delights of the Philippines and learnt about their rich history. Each student stayed with a Filipino family for the duration of the exchange which gave them the opportunity to experience their way of life but they soon came to the harsh reality that not all Filipino people live as comfortably as the host families.

families who had nothing had a great impact on me.

The things I take for granted have become so much clearer to me, like knowing how old I am, where I came from, who my parents are and where my next meal is coming from”.

St Patrick’s Day

De La Salle was well represented in this year’s St Patrick’s Day celebrations. Staff and student representatives were present at the Mass at the Cathedral while the 2004 Primary Rock Eisteddfod production of ‘Snags’ was reprised for the post-Mass celebrations held in the Fitzroy Gardens.

The St Patrick’s Day concert reflected the diversity and talent of Catholic Education in Melbourne, evident in the quality of the items presented. Others primary schools re-presented Rock Eisteddfod items and these were enhanced by choirs, big bands and

Our boys received numerous compliments for their performance as well as a commendation for their behaviour and for their support of the other

It is interesting to note that St Patrick was a Roman Priest who migrated to Ireland and had a huge influence on the spirituality of that nation. Hundreds of years later, on the other side of the world, in a land of migrants his influence and work is still evident.

On behalf of Mary Finn I would like to thank the boys and the Primary staff for their support and cooperation.

Mr David Happ

Rock and Water

De La Salle is in its second year of the Rock and Water Program which has its origin in the Netherlands.

The program is built on three foundation stones: selfcontrol, where boys learn to control and focus their energy; self reflection and evaluation where boys are challenged to think about their own acts and their impact; finally, self-confidence which flows from the prior foundation stones when, hopefully, the boys can

We have focused our resources on the Year 8 level and the boys currently participate for 80 minutes a week for one semester. These sessions are a mixture of action (as seen in photos accompanying this story) and reflection when boys get a chance to discuss life situations and how they can be handled.

A situation could be as simple as someone trying to bring alcohol into a party with young people. Boys might be asked to consider how to deal with this scenario without losing a friendship or causing a brawl. The physical nature of the program directly appeals to boys’ boundless energy. It taps into this force in a way that makes them aware of the power they have to influence and direct events around them. As boys at this age can often act without adequate consideration, the course aims to teach them to approach their world and its inherent challenges in a positive, productive manner. They learn to see why

indiscriminate force and argumentative behaviour are futile.

Rock and Water teaches boys to listen both to their ‘inner voice’ and to the opinions of others. It teaches

boys to manage effectively the peer pressure with which they are continuously confronted. In short, it presents them with ways to know themselves and fulfill their true potential, to feel good about who they are and to create positive, worthwhile goals for themselves.

Mr David Hale and Mr Paul Fegan

Mr David Hale teaches students the “water punch”, a technique used to teach the art of punching without hurting another.

Balance exercise — students learn to keep their focus, center and grounding using a partner as counterweight.

“Mat tugging” — students are taught to use their centre, focus and grounding to maintain their balance and position in competition

Punch bags — students develop their punching techniques using a special punch bag.

Students demonstrate the “Rock and Water” salute, which they begin every exercise with to indicate to their partner that they will play by the rules.

Many people say that cricket is a test of character. Gideon Haigh believes that the game may tend to both curtail and evince our tendencies to vanity and self-pity. Though the First Xl did not win a game this year the players handled themsleves with great dignity: they offered respect to their opponents and tried hard.

In three games the team was very competitive; in the other games players would agree that we did not play to our potential. The co-captains, Pat Youens and Dom Paynter set high standards of both behaviour and attitude. Sixteen players were given a chance to represent the College during the season, and four Year 11 players showed that they should provide a strong backbone for the team next year: Nick Gill with his free-flowing batting, Tim Arbon as a tight off-spinner and competent batsman, Sam Fairbrother, a strong driver of the new ball and who bowled well in short spells, and David Quamil as both wicket keeper and pugnacious batsman. Special thanks to Nick Davies for his meticulous scoring.

With these talented players we look forward to a better season in 2006.

Mr Euan Walmsley Coach

Swimming

The De La Salle Championship night held at the Prahran Pool has become a significant fixture in the preparation of our swimmers for the ACC Championships which were held in February at the Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre. The 2005 Squad has been the strongest De La Salle has produced for many years and the College’s second placing was a credit to all swimmers, many of whom produced personal best performances.

The U/13 age group finished winners, which bodes well for future years, and I look forward to a great effort from the boys to help set De La on its way to an even more successful campaign in 2006.

The overall results were: 1st Whitefriars Donvale 540 points, 2nd De La Salle 508 points, 3rd St Bernards 500 points and 4th St Bedes 476 points.

A special mention of Nathanial Edwards (Mark Edward’s son) for winning the Grade 4 Best Swimmer title and special thanks to Stewart Nicoll (1973) for his untiring support of the squad over the past years.

Mr Gerard Jackson

House Swimming Carnival winners, St Mark’s, celebrate their victory

Athletics

In March, the De La Salle ACC Athletics Team battled it out against the other ACC schools for the coveted ACC Athletics Shield. The boys had been put through a solid campaign of training and lead-up carnivals under the watchful eye of Coordinator Mr Jon Edgar and coaches Ford, Slavin, MacIntosh, Martin, Wozencroft, Barns and Harding. While we were optimistic about our chances, both Salesian and St Bernard’s had proved very strong in athletics for the past 2 years and it would take an almighty effort to topple them. The day saw all boys represent the College with distinction and produced some fine individual performances. Some of these included.

James Barnden winning the Under 16 400m and running an amazing final leg in the open 4x400m relay.

Josh Harris missing out on an ACC record by a

Athletics stalwart Tim Stewart winning the senior triple jump; Dean White winning the Under 14 High Jump; Adrian Papamilitiades’ new school record in the Under 14 Shot Put; Ben Farrell winning both the Under 15 Discus and Shot Put; James O’Connell courageously competing with a broken arm; Chris Lee competing in 6 events on the day, and Captain Jono Matthews efforts in winning the 800 and 1500m open double. In the end the battle for third was closely fought out by Mazenod, St Bede’s and De La, Unfortunately we had to be content with finishing 5th, with only a few points separating all three teams. All boys should be proud of their efforts and the spirit in which they competed.

Special mention must go to all boys who trained with the squad in the lead up to the carnival and to the coaches that gave of their time before and after school to train the boys.

Mr Phil Murton

De La Salle’s New House System

These traditional names and colours have been used again and thanks to the fine work of our Director of Sport, Mr Phil Murton, all the students in Years 4–10 have been placed in one of the four Houses. Families of brothers are, naturally, placed in the same House.

For a period of some 20 years the Houses system was disbanded and our students competed in a Homeroombased sports system. The revised format has proved to be very popular with the students as was demonstrated by the spirit and atmosphere at the first of the House Sports competitions, the House Swimming Carnival held at Harold Holt Pool in Term 1.

Sports System at the College. Initially established in 1927 under the headmastership of Br Leopold Loughnan, the four Houses were named after saints. ST AUSTIN’S was identified by the colour yellow, ST EDWIN’S green, ST LEO’S blue and ST MARK’S red.

At the Carnival the winner of the Primary section was St Edwin’s and the winner of both the Years 7/8 section and the Years 9/10 section was St Mark’s.

Later in the year the rivalry will once again be rekindled as the four Houses battle it out for supremacy in the House Athletics and the House Cross Country Carnivals.

Mr Peter Riordan

Year 12 Valedictory Dinner and Mass

Last October, the graduating Class of 2004, along with their families and College staff members, gathered at the Caulfield Racecourse to commemorate the end of their school life at De La before sitting their final exams. Fr Tiernan Doherty, C.P., celebrated the Eucharist and at the conclusion of the Mass, the Headmaster, Br Tim Peter, presented each student with his Graduation Certificate.

The students, together with their parents, went onto the Valedictory Dinner where they were welcomed by the triumphant sounds of the College Jazz Band. There, clusters of blue and gold balloons added sentiment to the spirit of friendship and the recollecting of De La moments. There was a sense of closure to an era and a sense of new beginnings that lifted the emotions of everyone present.

Mr Graeme Lawler carried out the MC duties with great finesse. Br Adrian Watson, Head of Kinnoull Campus, welcomed everyone to the Graduating Dinner and paid honour to the young men about to

times it will call on you to participate in the life of the community in which you live and to help those less fortunate. Money can vanish overnight, power disappear, even that bubble reputation can evaporate, but character

personal integrity — is a rock that is secure and no-one can take that from you.”

Mr Andrew Cooper, the Year 12 Coordinator, addressed ‘The Journey past’ which was followed by a special video with footage of the students on their first school day followed by a photo of them at

reassuring goodbye Br Tim gave to the departing Year 12s in his address ‘The Journey Ahead’ where he said at one point that “The most important part of your life stories are the personal parts — through your choices, you create your own story. Your story will include family and friends, not just your career. At

present — an emotional moment for each family. Leigh Cleland, Robert Breda, Adrian Bonaddio and Con Bourmas provided insight into life in Year 12 at De La, and imitated idiosyncrasies of the staff members, with great wit and amusement. As the evening concluded, the comments from parents, staff and students indicated once again, that the occasion was a major highlight on the Year 12 calendar.

Parents’ Association

At the end of 2004 the College community farewelled Br Tim at the conclusion of his leadership. His caring nature and hands-on approach with students, parents and teachers will be greatly missed. We held two events to celebrate his time with us. Our End of Year Mass, held in the gym was a well-attended family occasion, and at morning tea at the conclusion of the Mass, most families had time to share with him their memories and thank him personally. This was complemented by a second function, a Farewell Cocktail Party for parents, staff and Old Collegians which again provided an opportunity for our school community to show their appreciation of Br Tim.

2005 heralds many changes and challenges.

We welcomed Br Bill at the commencement of the year. His wide experience in other schools and also with the running of BoysTown in Queensland will greatly benefit our community.

As always, this year has started with a busy rush of activities. The annual New Book Sale once again provided a good profit and our thanks must go to the many parents who gave their time to assist with this mammoth

Mass to mark the commencement of the school year was well attended and gave many families the opportunity to meet Br Bill. The New Parents’ Cocktail Party was a wonderful introduction to the College community.

Our committee has had some changes and we look forward to a busy year with some new ventures as well as our regular functions. We are planning a Trivia Night, a Sportsman’s Breakfast, an Oaks Day Luncheon, the ever-popular Fashion Parade and a Family Orienteering Day. We hope to offer a range of different types of functions to accommodate our large and varied school community. With your help, ideas and participation we hope to make this year a successful one for all families and the College.

Since leaving Melbourne and De La Salle College, Br Tim has moved to the Sydney suburb of Kensington. He is involved in establishing the Lasallian Youth Camp at Kincumber, on the Brisbane Waters near Gosford, north of Sydney.

Br Tim has been busy undertaking a number of courses relating to the management of the camp site. The courses include Occupational Health and Safety, Risk Management, Hospitality and Hygiene. Added to this he is also undertaking some course work in counselling.

Br Tim is rediscovering Sydney after having been moved throughout his career between Melbourne, Brisbane, and

Clare Campbell and son Andrew (2000) with Bt Tim and Michelle and Peter Harris

John and Wynn Hickey with Br Tim and Betty and David Rudin

Farewell Mass for Br Tim attended by parents, staff, students and Old Collegians

Parents Tony McKay, Barbara Gross, Tim Fagan and Tony Tesoriero at Br Tim’s Farewell

Br Hilary with Elaine and Pat Tyrrell

Geoffrey Tozer

In 1964 in Melbourne’s Nicholas Hall, Geoffrey Tozer, a precocious ten-yearold boy, stepped up to a Steinway Concert Grand, surveyed the 60 piece orchestra, nodded to the conductor and gave a performance of Bach’s Concerto in F minor no.5 that set him on a path to fame.

When in 1968, Geoffrey received a Churchill Fellowship, it enabled him to travel to Europe and compete in the Leeds International Piano Competitions in which he was a semi finalist. The next year he made his European debut in the Royal Albert Hall followed by engagements all over the world. He has continued to crisscross the continents for over 40 years performing all the famous composers’ masterpieces, and has been the recipient of many of the highest honours in music in the world. In China recently, he became the first westerner to perform the Yellow River Concerto. Fortunately, his numerous record releases have enabled his virtuosity to be heard even more widely.

When not performing, Geoffrey teaches, encourages and supports other artists through masterclasses. One participant said “he displays the patience of Job and the wisdom of Solomon”.

Geoffrey remembers his years at De La fondly and reminisced “I had a thoroughly fine education in a remarkably liberal way, allowed to come and go as the demands of my concert career demanded, and demand they did. You probably couldn’t get away with it now, all that flexibility, but it left me with a debt of gratitude to the enlightened De La Salle Brothers of the time. Hooray for De La Salle, a wonderful school for me. I regret only that I left at about 14 just when it was becoming interesting, and that I had no more experience of school. Even so, there is much to be grateful for, and be proud of an excellent education”.

A young Geoffrey at the piano from the 1968 Blue and Gold

Tom Marwick

Tom was dux of De La Salle College in 1975 and with an honours degree in Medicine from the University of Melbourne he practised in Brisbane then Sydney before going to Belgium to complete his PhD. He worked in the US and Britain before finally returning to make his home in Queensland.

His current positions include Professor of Medicine at the University of Queensland (UQ) and the Head of the UQ Section of Medicine and Director of Echocardiography at Princess Alexandra Hospital. In Who’s Who in Australia he is recognised as a world-renowned expert in echocardiology.

Tom and his team of cardiologists are at the forefront of hi-tech heart research with their state-of-the-art ultrasound machine called the Echo. With this technology he is able to produce a perfect scale model of each patient’s heart. With the aid of a three-dimensional picture which can be rotated 360 degrees, Tom can then dissect the image of the heart before surgery to determine the risks and pinpoint the problems.

A senior staff member at the Princess Alexandra’s Hospital said they were honoured to have a man of Tom’s calibre in their midst, the type of doctor people need in a time of crisis. Recently, he won a research

grant of over $500.000 to determine how exercise may help victims of heart failure. It is one of several grants under his control, including one to research why so many diabetics have sick hearts. He finds doing several research projects simultaneously quite addictive. A confessed workaholic, he has to ‘quarantine’ family time for wife Rosie and his two teenage daughters.

John and Leo Kennedy

John and Leo Kennedy completed their years at De La Salle College in 1945 and 1947 respectively. Both young men exhibited similar characteristics from an early age; they were determined, honest, hard working men with a deep faith. Teaching was to be the chosen career for both men but practised in very different circumstances.

John trained then taught in schools throughout Victoria becoming principal at Stawell and Swinburne Technical Schools. He served as Chairman of the Teachers’ Tribunal for twelve years then as Chairman of the Teachers’ Appeals Board. He also contributed in the sphere of industrial relations as Chairman of the Board of Reference for Australia Post during the late 1990s.

John began his football career with the Hawthorn Football Club in 1950 winning the Best and Fairest four times in nine years. In 1960 he assumed the role of coach, winning the club’s first ever premiership in 1961. Considered a magnificent speaker whose philosophies and approach to training were inspirational, John became one of the game’s great coaches. John is regarded as the architect behind the Hawks becoming one the AFL’s most successful modern day clubs. His coaching spanned 14 years, with five Grand Finals and a further two premierships in 1971 and John heads the list of players, coaches and administrators inducted into the club’s Hall of Fame. He was named coach of the Hawthorn Team of the Century. In his later years, John became an elder spokesman for the game, serving as Chairman of the AFL Commission.

In his spare time, John enjoys reading, listening to famous tenors and is a keen gardener. He and his wife Dulcie have four children and seven grandchildren.

Leo joined the De La Salle Brothers at Oakhill at the end of his Matriculation year and took the name Br Ignatius. After his four years of training he taught at the Brothers’ schools in Coogee and Cronulla and was then transferred as the Principal (and Director of the Brothers’ communities) for their schools in Cootamundra and Dubbo in rural NSW.

Br Ignatius welcomed the chance to undertake further

study at Sydney University for three years before embarking on six years of leadership of BoysTown in Queensland. His appointment as Director of Vocations for the Australian Brothers over the next two years included a three-month sojourn at the Motherhouse in Rome, undertaking a renewal course. In 1985 he arrived in Papua New Guinea and has been there ever since. He was Director of the Brothers’ community and Principal of the De La Salle High School in Bomana for nine years and is in his eleventh year at Holy Trinity Teachers’ College in Mt Hagen. Br Ignatius commented “For some, teaching for fifty -odd years might appear intolerably boring, but for me, thank God, I have experienced only happiness and great variety: rural and city schools, day and boarding, co-educational institutions, ‘normal’ students and boys who have repeatedly broken the law, inland and at seaside establishments. Obviously there are hundreds of anecdotes, humorous, sad, tragic, as I review my teaching career but God has continued to provide me with a lifetime of influential interaction with young people.’ Br Ignatius hopes to continue his work for a few more years, caring for the Lasallian family in PNG.

Both these men have been wonderfully peopleoriented and selfless, with talents to influence, guide and develop others, yet with a very humble appreciation of themselves.

John and Leo with sister Maureen

John Kennedy in his heyday at Hawthorn

John Kennedy

Br Ignatius with fellow Brothers in New Guinea

Perth Reunion

The venue for the inaugural Perth Reunion was a restaurant situated on the southern shores of the Swan River overlooking the city lights and their lovely reflections.

The unprecedented opportunity to hold this reunion came about because the annual Catholic Principals’ Conference and a conference for Alumni personnel (ADAPE) were both held in Perth in consecutive weeks at the end of September and beginning of October. This was an opportunity not to be missed — so the reunion dinner was planned.

With about 35 known Old Colls living in Western Australian, from Hall’s Creek in the north to Kalgoorlie in the east, from the farming communities and in the city, it was very pleasing to have 16 guests attend the dinner.

Matriculation

The 55 Years Reunion for the Matriculation Class of 1949 was held at the Naval and Military Club in November 2004. John “Prof” Campbell being the long-standing member of the club acted as principal organiser.

Our distinguished guest for the day was Br Christian Moe, who was our History teacher in the Matriculation year (Year 12) and who had taught most of us in the previous four years — he looked as fit and active as anyone in the room. Colin Browne, John Campbell, Peter Coburn, Ralph Francione, John Hedigan, John Kennedy, Paul O’Brien from Melbourne were joined by the Emeritus Professors Peter Drake and Terry Sabine, who had winged their way from Sydney. After pre-dinner drinks Br Christian said grace and over an excellent meal the reminiscences began to flow. Topics included how much classmates had changed from the Blue and Gold class photos Peter Drake had provided, to cricket tales and stories of their teachers, the Brothers.

Back: Brian Conway (1956), Fr Robert Carden (1947), Genie Scott, Peter Parsons (1967) and Tony McManus (1974)

Front: Teri Conway, Paul O’Shannessy (1979) and John Farnan (1950)

A welcome surprise on the night was the appearance of Michael Coughlan (1960) who was in Perth on business and, having noted the date of the reunion on the back of the Lasallian Roll Call, dropped by to join the gathering. The atmosphere was like a big family get-together with lots of laughter and shared stories. With over 30 years difference in the alumni years of those present, it was amazing how many connections the men had with each other through family or neighbourhood friends.

At the end of the evening one Old Collegian reflected ‘It doesn’t matter what year you finished at De La — whenever you get a few of us Old Colls together we instantly get on well. There is a common bond of values we share. It appears that hasn’t changed through the generations. I hope these reunions will continue in Perth.’

Class of 1949

As the dinner progressed, many of us expressed not only our deep appreciation of the work that the Brothers had carried out in teaching us in the face of workloads and class sizes that would have caused major industrial action in the state system, but also our surprise at their youth. Br Christian confirmed that most were only in their twenties or early thirties.

At the conclusion of the meal “Prof” invited everyone interested, to join him at the Members’ Bar a suggestion that met with a typical De La response

Mr Ralph Francione

Back: Paul Lemin (1981), Tony McManus (1974), Barry Dennis (1960), Br Tim, Michael Coughlan (1960)

Front: Lisa Lemin, Br Gabriel, Maria Farnan and Brian Conway (1956)

John “Prof” Campbell

Lasallian Youth Ministry

Regular readers of Lasallian Roll Call will no doubt be aware of the Lasallian Youth Ministry group in Melbourne and the wonderful opportunities it provides for students. La Salle Melbourne as it has become known, a non-profit organization, was established by former students from Melbourne’s three Lasallian schools who wish to continue their commitment to the Lasallian community. For over six years the group has been running the popular Camp La Salle program as well as many other activities and fundraisers.

Camp La Salle offers students (who might not otherwise get a chance to go away during the school breaks) a holiday full of adventures. Camps are usually held at Jan Juc or Phillip Island and campers participate in surfing, fishing, raft making, bush walking, mountain bike riding and many other fun events. La Salle Melbourne aims to make a difference to the lives of everyone involved, where young people can make new friends in a relaxed setting, enjoy themselves and find positive role models in the older people they meet.

Entrance, Anglesea and the Mornington Peninsula, the fishing club went on their first interstate trip to Crowdy Head on the northern coast of NSW, last December.

La Salle Melbourne has also made a number of visits to Balgo Hills Aboriginal Community in northern WA. The summer holiday period is a quiet time for the young aboriginal children and boredom can often lead to destructive habits such as petrol sniffing. Camp La Salle aims to provide a range of activities for the local children to keep them gainfully occupied.

These trips broaden the horizons of all involved. A trip to Balgo is planned again for January 12th -22nd 2006 and Br Mark McKeon (Director of Vocations and Youth Ministry) is looking for Leaders to get involved with the project. He can be contacted at: markmckeon@delasalle.org.au

One of the most exciting new initiatives for 2005 is the Brother Leo Scollen Appeal. Brother Leo works at the

Over the years, as the group has gone from strength to strength, new programs have been added. This year promises to be a big year with camps, fundraising, fishing trips and a bike trip is planned. Every second weekend, one of the three Fish La Salle boats is out on the water with an eager crew hunting the elusive big catch. Fish La Salle provides a regular event for students to relax and learn new skills, as well as providing a continuing connection with the leaders. Some of the group members who have never fished before have even become budding Rex Hunts! Following their many trips to Lakes

Holhola Youth Development Centre in Port Moresby, PNG, where everyday materials are expensive or impossible to purchase. We are collecting furniture, tools, electrical equipment, school supplies and books to be sent in a shipping container in December. These materials will go a long way to help everyone at Holhola.

La Salle Melbourne is always interested in hearing from current Years 11 and 12 students and Old Collegians who are interested in becoming volunteers and joining as a leader for one of the camps or a fishing trip.

Visit www.lasallemelbourne.org or contact Tom McIlroy (2003) on 0418314199 for more information.

Fr Mark Coleridge blesses the fleet of Fish La Salle

OCA Football

DLSOCAFC

2005 promises to be a year of rebuilding for the Seniors in “B” Grade. The Club is working conscientiously to overcome the deficiencies exposed by the fierce competition that was required playing at “A” grade level last year.

However, with Premierships going to the Under 19 Blues (David Madigan, coach) in the strong Division 1 VAFA U19 competition and the MSJFL U16 Division 2 (John Pollard, coach), the future, in terms of talent, looks secure. In addition Jacob Gotch (Year 11, 2004) won the competition’s Best & Fairest whilst tying with Sam Pickett for Club Honours.

Coaches

This year Mark Lowe has been reappointed as the Senior Coach, with Marty Kelliher taking over the Reserves coaching position from Michael Hegan. Benjamin Buick (Warriors), David Madigan (U19 Blues), Robin Smith (U19 Golds) and John Pollard (U17) have all been reappointed for 2005. The Club welcomes Adrian Connolly from rival club Ormond as Mark Lowe’s Assistant Senior Coach.

Leadership Groups

With ‘on field’ leadership identified as a major deficiency last year, the Club has embarked on intensive development in this role. The accompanying photo depicts the leadership groups within the Club and emphasises the strong College connection.

John Corin, Mark Lowe (1973), Noel Jenkinson (1979), Greg Spithill (1968) Martin Kelliher(1981) David Madigan (current De La teacher and absent on honeymoon leave) head up the ‘off field’ leadership group.

The Senior Leadership Group includes Ben Corin (1996), Mike Duggan (1998), Leigh Harrison (2000), Peter Harrison (1999), Tom Moloney (2001), Jeff Morel (1995) and Ryan Sherman (2002).

After five exemplary years as leader of the Club, Patrick McConville has relinquished the Presidency in favour of long-term committee member and Vice President John Corin.

Patrick was awarded the VAFA Merit Certificate for his service to the Club and the VAFA at their Annual Presidents, Secretaries and Members Dinner in April 2005. He will remain on the committee, concentrating on recruiting and the enhancement of the leadership function amongst the playing group. Stephen Donnison has stepped into the Vice Presidency with great enthusiasm.

The following people have been re-elected for the coming season, Colin Glover Secretary, Loretta Crowe — Treasurer, Ben Corin, Sophie Elliott and Cam Johnstone Sponsorship, Phil Proy Catering Manager and Greg Spithill — Football Operations Manager. New members on the committee include Fran Molan, Matthew Sheehan and Patrick O’Callaghan.

Vale

Ron Faul (1956) passed away suddenly on December 9th 2004. His devotion to the Club was legendary and he will be sorely missed by all with whom he was associated. He played 216 games and had 44 years of continuous involvement and service to the Club. The gymnasium at the Bert Healy Pavilion was dedicated to Ron at the season’s opening function last month, presided over by Ron’s wife Diane, daughters Nicki and Amanda and brother John.

Club Luncheons

The Old Collegians and College Staff Luncheon will be conducted on Saturday August 27th There is a luncheon before all Senior home games to which all College associates are welcome. Contact: Phil Proy 0402 841 981 - phil@titan.bz

Marty Shields 0407 688 499martyshi@bigpond.net.au.

The club’s complete fixtures are available from the web site www.delafootball.com.au

Colin Glover (1959) Secretary

Greg Spithill (1968), new President John Corin, Senior Coach Mark Lowe (1978) and Noel Jenkinson (1979) with the Leadership Groups for 2005

Where are the Brothers now?

Papua New Guinea

In the Highlands of Papua New Guinea, Br Ignatius (Leo) Kennedy is on the staff at Holy Trinity Teachers’ College in Mt Hagen while Br Joseph Gabel is teaching at Hohola Youth Development Centre, Port Moresby.

New Zealand

In Auckland, Br Doug O’Reilly is teaching at De La Salle College, Mangere East and Br Peter Smyth continues at Francis Douglass Memorial College in New Plymouth.

Places Far Away

Br Peter Gilfedder, Secretary to the General Council is now located at the Generalate in Rome.

The Malvern Community: Br Adrian Watson, Br Hilary Walsh, Br Gerry Barrett, Br Bede Mackrell, Br Gabriel O’Shea, Ben Shaw — Lasallian Youth Volunteer from New Zealand. Seated: Br Bill Firman, Br Quentin O’Halloran, Br Julian Watson, Br Denis Loft

Br Patrick McCarthy is working at Gonzaga University, Spokane, in Washington State in the USA.

Brother Celsus Clarke is at the La Salle House of Studies in Thailand.

Br Paul Rogers is the Principal at Catholic Junior College in Singapore

Br Paul Toohey is working in formation with the Brothers in Colombo, Sri Lanka.

Australia

Western Australia

Brothers Bernie Cooper (Director), Calixtus Cusack and Michael Neville contribute tirelessly to the Luurnpa Catholic School and Adult Eduction in Balgo Hills in the Kimberley region.

Queensland

In Queensland, Brothers Patrick Mc Inerney (Director and Diamond Jubilarian 2005), Urban Murray (Diamond Jubilarian 2005), Frank (Cormac) Brophy and Bill Good are located at Scarborough, north of Brisbane.

Brothers Claude Sweeney, Baptist Will (who will turn 90 in July), George Taylor, Peter Heaney, Edward Gehrig, together with Kelvin (Francis) Sullivan and John (Anthony) Hanson (Diamond Jubilarians 2005) enjoy their retirement in the sunshine on the Gold coast at Southport’s Villa La Salle.

Br Brian (Anacletus) Cunningham is working with the welfare team at Logan Reserve.

South Australia

Brothers Matthew Heron and Michael Carroll are assisting the new lay principal at St Michael’s College in the Adelaide suburb of Henley Beach.

New South Wales

In Sydney’s Kensington community, Brothers Tim Peter, Geoffrey Kennewell and Paul Smith carry out their various responsibilities.

Br John Pill, a Kensington resident, is the new Principal at Bankstown’s La Salle Catholic College, working with Br Anthony Cummins on the staff. Br

Youth Ministry.

Brothers Max Sculley (Director and Golden Jubilarian 2005), John Mitchell, Joseph Bufalo and Paul Rigney are at Casimir College in Marrickville.

Br Alf Zoanetti (Director) is teaching and living at Oakhill College in Castle Hill with Br Garry Coyte who has returned from New Zealand to take a position with the Parramatta Diocese in the Catholic Education Office.

Living in retirement by the seaside at Cronulla are Brothers Celestine Gavin (Director), Stanislaus Carmody and Maurice Salmon.

Beyond Sydney in the foothills of the Blue Mountains is Br Paschal Hagerty, working in the ‘San Miguel Family Crisis Centre’ in North Richmond. Nearby on the Nepean River at Penrith is Monsignor William (Br Frederick) Mullins, enjoying retirement after serving many years in the Cardinal’s Office in Sydney.

Victoria Brothers Brendan Crowe(Director), Finian Allman, Christian Moe, Eric Pigott, Anselm McCaffrey (Diamond Jubilarian 2005), James Beasley and Phillip (Ray) O’Brien are in retirement at Mentone with Br Bede (Robert) French who is attached to St Bede’s College staff.

Brothers Kevin Moloney (Director), Gerard Rummery, Mark Murphy, and Jack Kidd (Golden Jubilarian 2005) are members of the East Bentleigh Community along with Br Ken Ormerod who is Principal of St Bede’s College in Mentone.

At De La Salle College in Malvern we are fortunate to have a Community of eight Brothers, six of whom work tirelessly in the College. Br Bill Firman is the new Headmaster with Br Adrian Watson, Head of Kinnoull Campus and Br Quentin O’Halloran (Director) teaching part-time, Brothers Gerry Barrett and Denis Loft teaching full time, Brothers Gabriel O’Shea and Hilary Walsh working in the Administration office, Br Bede Mackrell, a volunteer at St Vincent de Paul’s Ozanam House and Br Julian Watson enjoying retirement.

Did You Know ?

Bruce Chamberlain (1957), the former member for the Western Province and President of the Legislative Council, received a further honour when he was named a “Member of the Order of Australia” (AM) in the Australia Day Honours in January.

Congratulations Bruce.

Matthew Healy (1991) has been teaching Geography and History at John Paul College in Frankston for the past four years. He and his wife Gill have just bought a house in Bentleigh and with daughter Bridget will soon be welcoming another addition to the family.

Andrew Dunkerley (2001) is currently working in promotions for Australian Radio Network (Mix 101.1 and Gold 104.3) where he works in the studio and is a member of the street team who carry out interviews.

Chris Styring (1990), senior accounts manager with the Williams Formula 1 car racing team, was a passenger in a van carrying four members of their marketing team en route to the Shanghai race circuit in China. Peter Phillips, the Queen’s grandson, and a colleague escaped unhurt while Chris and the fourth member required hospital treatment. Chris was fully recovered when he returned to Melbourne for the Grand Prix in March this year.

Sam Jamieson (2004) reached the semi-finals in the Stawell Gift races in March. He was the youngest competitor in the Gift this year.

James McCaffrey (1977) has just completed his Masters degree in Information Management and Systems from Monash University after years of working as an operator, programmer, analyst, team leader, director and architect. He is currently the lead enterprise integration architect at the ANZ Bank.

James says that completing the Host City Marathon of the Sydney Olympics in 2000, was an excellent character building exercise together with his role as husband to Alison and father to sons Lachlan and Nicholas.

Steve Stefanopoulos (1992) has been elected a Councillor for the City of Stonnington. He is Heritage Collection and Records Manager at Loreto Mandeville Hall and the Provincial Archivist for the Blessed

Sacrament Congregation Australia and St Francis Church in Melbourne. Steve is completing his Graduate Diploma in Museum Studies at Deakin University.

Michael Robson (1992) recently completed a Master of Taxation from Monash University and is continuing to build his own Accountancy practice.

David Robson (1990) married his long time girlfriend, Jennifer, on the Gold Coast in March 2004. His older brother, Stephen (1987), was his best man. The two brothers continue to own and operate a commercial construction business on the Gold Coast. In his leisure time Stephen is a keen marathon runner.

Christopher Robson (1986) and his wife Julie were married in Reservoir in October 2004 and Robert Malandra (1992) performed the DJ duties at the

wedding. Christopher is currently working in the real estate industry.

Leigh Sherman (2001) is studying Human Movement and Management at Ballarat. A successful triathlete, Leigh took a break from racing in 2002 to start his own business, Exercise Performance.com. This year he has returned to competing and is looking forward to securing a pro licence next season.

Joshua Rix (1996), having studied Sports Coaching and Administration at Deakin Burwood, spends the European summers in France where he competes with a professional triathlon team. When he is in Melbourne for the remainder of the year he is a swimming coach. Samuel Rix (2001) completed his Computer Science and Software Engineering at Swinburne and is now working at The Freedom Machine, a bicycle shop in Port Melbourne. Sam is training towards becoming a professional cyclist in Europe within the next few years.

Peter Riseley (2001) Studied Myotherapy at RMIT. Peter competes professionally in triathlons and this season won the U/23 Australian Duathlon championships and came 3rd at the U/23 Oceania Triathlon Championships. Over the next year, Pete hopes to compete at the World Triathlon and Duathlon U/23 championships and is working hard towards a place at the Olympics in Beijing in 2008.

Steven Fisher (2004) has deferred his Commerce/ Science course at Deakin University as he plans to travel overseas towards the end of the year. He works at several jobs including being a lifeguard at a few of the Melbourne pools. A keen swimmer, he fills his spare time keeping in shape in the pool. Steve is playing football this season for Ormond.

Michael Herkess (2004) is studying Occupational Therapy at La Trobe University. He and Steve Fisher competed for the first time in the Old Colls swim at the Championship Carnival in Prahran in February.

Michael is also playing footy with the De La Old Colls. Justin Stute (1992) and his wife Maree were married at St. John’s church in Mitcham in October 2004. The ceremony was attended by many of his friends from De La Salle College.

Shane Murphy (1976), son of former De La teacher Mr Tom Murphy (from the 1960’s-70’s), has also taken up a career in teaching. He is currently the Systems and Technology teacher at Kardinia International College in Geelong.

Edward Duyker (1973) won the General History Prize at the Premier’s History Awards (held in Bathurst last year), for his scientific adventure story of the great 18th century traveller and naturalist Jacques-Julien de Labilliardiere.

Michael Stinear (2002) won the Grogan Medal, claiming AFL Queensland’s highest individual honour at the end of the 2004 football season. In his first season as a rover with the Mt Gravatt Club, he was

the youngest medal winner in over 40 years. Congratulations Michael.

Steve McCarthy (1977) is the Personnel Manager for the faculty of Information Technology at Monash University. He is a VAFA field umpire and keeps in touch with Old Colls at DLSOCFC and also co-hosts a VAFA community radio show where Mark Lowe (1978) and Mike Hegan (1981) were guests last year. Steve is married with two children. Alfie Dimalanta (1990) has recently graduated with a double degree in Chiropractic Science and Clinical Science and has opened a Chiropractic practice in South Yarra called Chiropractic @ The Como. Alfie and his wife Yvonne welcomed their second child last December.

A highlight of the De La Salle Championship at Prahran was the participation in the Under 30s and Over 30s events. Leigh Sherman (2001) won the U/30s race in a quick time of 27 seconds for the 50m freestyle, holding off a fast-finishing Josh Rix (1996). The Over 30s event was also keenly contested, a slender victory going to Stephen Hoy (1991) closely followed by Phil Green (1983). It was great to see our past swimmers so competitive.

Brendan Byrne (1985) and his business partner at Hobby Horse Studios in St Kilda have launched a successful children’s’ animation series called “The Eggs”. The 52, twelve minutes episodes have been sold to distributors worldwide.

Michael Wilson (1996) won the 2004 Jiu Jitsu Super Heavyweight World Championship in the ‘blue belt’ division in Brazil. With new challenges ahead in the next division – the ‘purple belt’. Mick is the reigning Victorian Blue Belt Champion.

Paul Tuchtan (1994) has been teaching in North Carolina since July 2003 on a three-year visa through the Visiting International Faculty Program. He has spent his holidays travelling through the United States, Canada and Central America.

Johnathon Molloy (1989) has made his home in the US and works in nursing, in the Brook Army Medical Centre and the Santa Rosa Hospital in Texas. He is a keen Triathlete and spends his time sprint racing when the season is over.

Luke Gooley (1995), a freelance photojournalist based in Nanjing, China, is collecting images for a

Rest in Peace

Brian Brandt 1947

Kevin Curtis 1942

Desmond McInerney 1943

Fr Owen Awcock 1951

Stephen Henshall 1999

Thomas Butler 1933

Ronald Faul 1954

Thomas Wyles 1949

Felix Russo 1944

Hugh Slattery 1929

Barry Martin 1960 Henry Simm 1948

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

book he is working on. In the last 12 months he has covered the presidential elections in Indonesia, Muslim violence/uprising in southern Thailand and the Maoist insurgency in Nepal. Luke also teaches occasionally at the Nanjing International School where his fiancée is a secondary teacher.

Nicholas Harrington (1987), a barrister and founder of Theatre Tarquin, is also President of Reprieve Australia - a group seeking to provide humanitarian and legal assistance to inmates on death row throughout the world. In 2001 he directed “This is a True Story” a powerful monologue by a man on death row, which was performed in Melbourne, London, Belgium (translated into French) and then Melbourne again. In February this year his second play, “Lorilei”, opened in London, a compelling story of a woman who fought to save the life of her child’s murderer. The play will also be produced in New York in late 2005.

David Tucker (1992) has been appointed Director of Sports Marketing for Nike in the UK where among his clients are the Manchester United and Arsenal Football Clubs.

Christopher Stevens (1980) has returned to Melbourne after five years working in Sydney with Westpac. His new position is with Sensis, a directories and advertising company. He and his wife Leanne have a young son and daughter.

Julian Place (1991), completed a degee in both Music and Arts before graduating with a Bachelor in Financial Planning. He is currently working as a Financial Adviser for Heroud Harrison. Julian and his wife Fiona are proud parents of a baby daughter, Ashley Catherine. Julian, one of six brothers who attended De La, has youngest brother Michael in Year 7 this year.

Michael Priddle (1954) was named as one of the five ‘legends’ of the Malvern Cricket Club earlier this year. He has played more than 500 games with the club.

College Dates to Remember

May 28

Trivia Night

June18 Family Orienteering Day

July 20 Sportsman’s Breakfast

September 7 Fashion Parade

November 3 Oaks Day Luncheon

Old Collegians Dates for 2005

May 13 10 Years Reunion

May 27 20 Years Reunion

June 3 5 Years Reunion

June10 Pre 1960 Reunion

June 17 40 Years Reunion

July 15 50 Years Reunion

July 28 Mothers of Former Students Luncheon

August 5 Year 12 Revisited

August 19 30 Years Reunion

August 27 Old Collegians’ Football Luncheon