OGC News

Rob Tripolino (OGC 2008)

What a fabulous role for Rob! Rob has recently started a 12-month run on London’s West End in Les Miserables playing the part of Marius. In a recent GT article, Rob tells of how surreal it is to be performing on stage of the iconic Sondheim Theatre. “I pinch myself constantly. It’s surreal. Of course, living the dream, comes with all its blemishes of hard work and fatigue and life around it. But I absolutely love hearing the audience interact with the show at an emotional level, and connecting with the songs and the story. It’s such a beautiful, tragic story and to be a part of something so special.”

Trent Sullivan (OGC 2010)

Congratulations to Trent Sullivan who was elected as Geelong Mayor by the Council last month. The OGCA enjoyed seeing Trent at his postponed 10 Year Reunion earlier this year! Best wishes to him as he leads the City of Greater Geelong over the next two years.

Keeping it in the Family

Jock (OGC 1959) and Robin Forbes wore the school blazers of their son, Tom (OGC 1999), and daughter, Lucy (OGC 2001) at the Sic Itur lunch on 30 July. In the photo, Jock is also holding the blazer pocket belonging to his father John (OGC 1933) who rowed in the 1st VIII that won the Head of the River in 1936.

Jock followed in his father’s footsteps but this time on dry land with a football Premiership in 1963.

Gus Boyd (OGC 2016)

Congrats to Gus Boyd on his recent appointment as Manager of the Sydney operation for OTI Racing. He will be sorely missed as a first-class cricketer for Geelong Cricket Club where his impressive stats speak for themselves.

Ethan McGucken (OGC 2019)

Great to see Ethan McGucken on ABC News discussing his involvement in a program that provides the opportunity for third-year medical students to work part-time in aged care facilities.

Cassidy Bradshaw (OGC 2021)

Congratulations to Cassidy who has qualified for the Pole Vault final of the World Athletics U20 Championships in Cali, Colombia. Cassidy managed an impressive 8th place. Well done Cassidy!

Once a Collegian, always a Collegian!

It may have been a few decades since their days as students, but it was lovely to see some ‘old boys’ don the navy and green at the Sic Itur Luncheon in July. Donald Douglas (OGC 1945), Bob Robbin (OGC 1949) and Ted Stephens (OGC1949) are pictured with current Co-Captain, Oscar Dowling.

Callum Wood (OGC 2008)

Callum appeared recently on the ABC Hard Quiz program and impressed everyone with his specialist knowledge of snacks and love of spreadsheets! Brilliant - check out the video.

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Roll up your sleeve and donate

The Old Geelong Collegians’ Association has created a team with Australian Red Cross Lifeblood to help encourage our alumni to give life and donate blood. Emma, Mike and Chelsea from the College’s Alumni office recently donated as part of the OGCA team. It was a thrill to hear a few days later that one of our blood donations was on its way to hopefully save a life at Box Hill Hospital. The team is open to anyone connected with the College including past students, their families, staff and current parents. The minimum age is 18 and the maximum age is 75 for first-time donors. You can book your donation anytime, anywhere in Australia. And for our alumni overseas, please consider donating at the authority in your country.

When donating – whether you are a first-time or regular donor, please make sure you are added to the Old Geelong Collegians’ Association team.

To book – call 13 14 95 or visit www.lifeblood.com.au/

Charlie Curnow (OGC 2014)

Congratulations to Charlie, who was named the AFL’s leading goal kicker for the 2022 season.

A fantastic achievement.

Tom Atkins (OGC 2013)

Congratulations to Tom and the Cats taking out the AFL Premiership this year. Tom knows what Be of Courage looks like.

Read his story on page 58

Brad Fenner (OGC 1972)

Thanks to his time in the Cadets Pipe Band, Brad was set up for life and is now playing his bagpipes until the cows come home (literally calling them in for milking each day).