NOW & THEN
skool DAZE
Attending school and getting an education is an all-important part of shaping us for life’s journey. We asked some prominent women for their memories from their time in class during those formative years.
Tiffany Rigby
Talent Agent with Reel Management representing Models, Actors, Extras and Kids. Where did you go to school for primary and senior? ? Primary Coogee South Public, Sydney NSW. High school - St. Clare's College, Waverley in Sydney which is an all-girls school. Favourite subject and why? Geography because I always wanted to travel the world, go on adventures and discover new places. And Ancient History as I was fascinated by the Egyptians and the Pyramids. Favourite teacher and why? The French teacher Sister Theresa because she spent all lesson with her back to the class writing on the chalk board, so my bestie and I could eat Twisties we had stashed in our pockets. Best memory at school? By far the lifelong friends I made. Especially the year 10 school trip to Canberra, where all the girls bonded over laughter, pranks and conversations of our high school boy crushes from our brother school Waverley College. Academic or sporting achievement? Sports was probably more important to me than academics, purely because it was more exciting. I was the House sports captain in primary school. In high school I was always competitive in swimming and athletics, regularly bringing home ribbons. I played representative netball and was a Surf Life Saver, completing my Bronze medallion and doing regular patrols at Bronte Beach in Sydney where I spent every weekend. I also learnt to surf and often went fishing with my father, bringing home the trophies in an all-male fishing competition. Anything to do with the ocean, I loved. What did you want to be when you grew up? At 16 I wanted to be an International Flight Attendant with Qantas. I still joke I don't know what I want to be when I grow up now and I'm sure I'll always be young at heart. To me success isn't how much money I make, it's more about family, friends and relationships along the way. My integrity and values and how I'll be remembered are what matter. Is your life now what you expected it to be? If so how? No, not at all. I always knew I wanted a big family. Fortunately for me I was lucky to have four children who are my world. Now my three sons are adults and my teenage daughter is the only one at school. Although I am fiercely loyal and expected to have only one marriage and live happily ever with my white picket fence, I now know that life can often throw you a curve ball. Forced to walk a different path, I am grateful for the challenges that have led me to living my best life, embracing change, passionate and excited for the future.
Byron Bourne Hair and Makeup Artist Where did you go to school for primary and senior? Trinity Lutheran Primary School and Benowa State High School. Favourite subject and why? I really enjoyed Home Economics especially the sewing part. Favourite teacher and why? Miss Challenor (year 4 teacher) who was super kind and caring. I actually just reached out to her recently to let her know she was my favourite all time teacher. And she remembered me! Best memory at school? A year 12 ski trip especially blasting Millencolin, a popular punk band at the time, and everyone singing along to it. Academic or sporting achievement? Maths award for year 12 What did you want to be when you grew up? A marine biologist Is your life now what you expected it to be? No, but I’m not surprised with the industry into which I fell. I started dancing at the age of four and did that for years and years. The whole thing - dance competitions with all the hair and makeup. All through high school, I was always interested in makeup which then lead me to become a makeup artist after I dropped out of college. I’ve gone through some pretty traumatic times which I certainly didn’t expect. But it has taught me to be stronger. WINTER • 2022 19
