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EDITORIAL

"To determine the status of a society, one has to look at the security it provides for its children, their possibilities to develop physically as well as mentally, and to be free to explore the environment and the society without fear:' "Our schools, through their climate, teacher pupil relations and curriculum, aim to meet the spiritual, intellectual, phychological and social needs of each pupil,

developing more fully the ability of each one to think objectively and responsibly, to value the search for truth, and to appreciate the dignity and value of the human person:'

These two comments have much in common. The first is from Jette Meng, a representative of UNICEF, who is contributing greatly to this International Year of the Child. The second is taken from "Loreto Educational Philosophy:' The combination.of the two, sets the theme for this year's magazine: Our school striving

towards the ideals of all Loreto schools, in a world particularly conscious that, "Mankind owes the child the best it has to give'.' (Declaration of the Rights of the Child.)

CREDITS

CREDITS SIMONE BARKER

MR. PETER CROWE - OVERALL DESIGN

FRONT COVER AND OTHER

KATIE BURKE

PHOTOGRAPHY

GENEVIEVE BOWES JANE COSGRIFF

MRS. CATHERINE DOBSON - LAYOUT

GENEVIEVE COSTIGAN

MRS. ELIZABETH CROWE - LAYOUT

CORINNE GRESSLY

SISTER LEONIE PETERSON

GENEVIEVE HOWSE

MRS. CAROL BLACK

SARAH NAGLE CATHY NEED LOUISE O'LEARY MARCELLE RYAN SALLY SHAW MAUREEN O'SHAUGHNESSY

SE TnNG THE THEME A school as large as this speaks with many voices; voices from its past fifty-five years and the thousands of students who have formed part of the Loreto, Mandeville school community, the voices of the present eight hundred and thirty

students, the voices of staff, past and present and the voices of the many who'are linked to the school - parents, advisers and friends.

What is said and the context in which it is said will vary enormously from person to person and group to group but my hope is that the essential spirit of this school

will be at the basis of whatever is communicated about the school, whether in words

or in actions. And what is this essential spirit? I would like to suggest that it can be summed up in a few key principles.

As a Catholic school, it draws on a long tradition of Christian education which has always affirmed the value and importance of the individual. Created in the image of God, each person has a unique and undisputable claim on the respect of others. In the school setting, this respect relates to such things as the development of talents, the encouragement of independent thinking and a compassion for the

disadvantaged. Such attitudes lie at the root of any living community which allows

individuals the freedom to grow but also provides them with the support, if risks and mistakes are to be made.

School Principal: Sister Deirdre Rofe, I.B.V.M.

The essential spirit also demands a fidelity and loyalty; not in "the old school tie"

sense but in that mature response which is based on gratitude for what has been

given and a commitment to living out the ideals which have been conveyed.

And finally the essential spirit has something to do with hope in the future; that, from the tangle and uncertainty of the present will come a capacity to cope and an enthusiasm in tackling what lies ahead.

A Principal has only one voice and these words are written in the trust that they will find an echo in the experience of others who have known and loved this school. Sr. Deirdre, I.B.V.M. Principal

On behalf of the staff, students and myself as Deputy Principal, I do extend to Sister Deirdre Rofe a very warm welcome and congratulations on her appointment as Principal of Loreto Mandeville from January 1979. I can assure her she will have

the co-operation and loyalty from each one, to help and assist her, to carry out her duties as Principal of Mandeville.

Sr. Deirdre had worked as a member of staff during 1978, and it became evident

quite early in that year, the school had acquired a quiet, efficient dedicated Christian personality. Perhaps it was not surprising to many of us that other people were aware of these and many other qualities possessed by her, and as Sr. Jane Kelly was

nearing the fulfillment of her term at the school, Sr. Deirdre Rofe would be the new Principal for 1979.

During 1979 certain changes have occurred within the school organisation and curriculum. V.I.S.E. has been one of the most discussed topics, an alternative H.S.C. course has been devised and will be placed on the 1980 curriculum. The Creative Studies Programme has been expanded to include ethnic culture, public speaking and multi-cultural works. We have seen a greatly increased need for guidance services, the appointment of a part-time counsellor, extended library hours particularly available to H.S.C. students, changes in subject content, teaching methods and organisational patterns are being undertaken, the re-organisation of business administration - a Business Manager has been appointed. Religious Education is the uppermost concern of the administration and staff in a Catholic school such as Mandeville. The religious education team is certainly untiring in its efforts and concern in arranging Retreat days, Christian living weekends, Reconciliation services and student Masses. These are all regular events in our year.

Naturally certain principles are set out which students and staff are expected to

respect. No organisation can function to advantage without certain guidelines being known.

Mandeville is a school, staff, students and parents should be proud and honoured to attend and become involved with all aspects. The priveleges are many, the potential of students most encouraging, a Christian school with great values and ideals which we hope to preserve. Margaret Willis

Deputy Principal

Deputy Principal: Mrs. Margaret Willis

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FEDERATION The Federal Executive, being delegates from the Associations in Perth, Adelaide, Toorak, Normanhurst,

Kirribilli and Brisbane met at 9 a.m. on Saturday morning to conduct the organisational business of the Conference and to vote on the Resolutions submitted from each state.

Concurrently Divine Office was being said in the Chapel.

10 a.m. saw the Opening Session. The theme of this Conference was "Loreto in the Year of the Child" and

Father Paul Duffy, sociologist and Jesuit Provincial spoke

on "Australian Society Today" asking - What kind of society we will develop here in Australia and what kind of education will equip our children to live fully in that

Loreto Federation was formed in 1953 when the late

Moira Dynon suggested to the Mother Provincial (Mother Colombiere) that a medium be found whereby past pupils

society? Members of the Toorak Association who lived within reach of school invited all those in attendance at the Conference into their homes for lunch. This wonderful

of Loreto from all over Australia could meet together and

exchange opinions and ideas. This resulted in the first conference being held in Melbourne in 1955. As a symbol of unity of Loreto pupils, past and present a Spiritual Bouquet (the intention being the beatification

hospitality brought a special warmth when we reconvened at 2 p.m. to hear Sister Veronica Brady speak on "Mary Ward's Spirit and Vision:' As a past pupil and former teacher at Toorak, Sister

of Mary Ward) was presented to Pope Pius XII by the then

Australian Ambassador to Italy, the late Mr. Paul MeGuire. At this time the Holy Father blessed the mother

Veronica who lectures in English at the University of West Australia was well known to most of us. Her talk was

of pearl Cross for Mr. MeGuire to present to the

personal and challenging. She said attempts to translate the spirit of Mary Ward into contemporary terms was made difficult by the passage of time, by the distance

Federation and this Cross has become a memento that

traditionally moves interstate every two years with the Federation Headquarters.

Federation has now completed two cycles. Since the original conference in Melbourne a conference has been

Australia was from the scene of her work, and by the weakening which the present era had experienced in the

held biennially, each time in a different state, so that each

effectiveness of symbols.

There was no easy way to reactivate this vision."Rather,

capital city where Loreto is represented has taken its turn

each individual must make the effort of translation for

as Federation Headquarters twice.

herself or himself': she said.

The theme of the Conferences has been as varied as the

Help could be obtained from the first encyclical of Pope John Paul, with its emphasis that the Church exists for the

format. "Thy Neighbour as Thyself" in Brisbane in 1961. "Conscience in Crisis" in Adelaide in 1971. "Christian

service and salvation of all.

Reaction to a Changing World" in Perth in 1977. Until 1967 all papers given at the Conference were

Mary Ward's teaching was very similar to that of the encyclical which teaches that the basis of life as Christians must be "a deep esteem for man, for his intellect, his will,

written and presented by the past pupils themselves. Since then guest speakers have been invited to give the lectures.

his conscience and his freedom:'

The papers serve as a means of education and mental stimulation, and a springboard for discussion long after

The spirit of Mary Ward is a challenging one, courageous, loving and cheerful, prepared to be utterly reckless in the service of God and to follow new paths, since though these may be difficult and even dangerous, God's grace is acting in them to make things new'; she

the weekend conferences are over.

Each Conference accepts and votes on Resolutions presented by the Member Associations. Some of these Resolutions are mere affirmations of facts or principles, some require positive action in the community by the Associations, and some relate to the organisation of the Federation or are recommendations relating to the

said.

welcome to our interstate and country visitors in the reception rooms at school. After reunions and

Many of us felt a certain exhaustion and inability to cope with more ideas, but this soon disappeared as Professor Start, the John Smyth Professor in Education at Melbourne University very clearly and articulately spoke in Session 3 on "Forming Tomorrow's Adults:' Professor Start said that in presenting a challenge to children it was essential to keep constantly in mind that "the children we are teaching today will as adults live in

introductions has subsided we travelled down to St. Peter's

tomorrow's world, not today's world:'

for the Opening Mass celebrated by Archbishop Little. A memorable mass sung in Latin by the St. Francis Choir

situation as far as it could be predicted, and especially

concluded with a welcome by Sister Beatrice.

those skills that have universal application in all reasonable

Associations themselves.

Part of the strength of Federation has been its non-static structure. It is a living organisation.

The Loreto Federation Conference, 1979 opened with a

One had to try to give them skills to cope with the future

human conditions.

Dinner at Mandeville followed, also a memorable

He said obsession over the avoidance of failure was

occasion as hundreds of past pupils from all over Australia met and enjoyed themselves. Many visitors were staying at

weakening the concept of challenge. More extending but

the Southern Cross Hotel in the city and buses had been

achievable goals should be set for our children, we have

arranged to transport them there and back. All too soon Joy Hanrahan was shepherding her passengers aboard and the "opening night" was behind us and the more serious

come to expect far too little from them, especially our able

business of the weekend ahead o f us.

questions that were asked by the audience.

children he said. After the session Professor Start

commenced on the pertinent and piercing nature of the

Light relief was certainly needed after this intellectual stimulation and visitors and committee relaxed in the

The educated person should be one of character, true to what she says, and always acting with integrity'; Sister

evening and enjoyed dinner at the home of Joan and Frank

Joan said.

Hurley. Joan was President of the Toorak Past Pupils'

During the afternoon the Conference was opened to questions and discussion with Sisters Joan and Veronica.

Association.

Sunday morning Sister Joan Nowotny, former principal of Kirribilli, Normanhurst and St. Mary's College and currently lecturer in Philosophy at the University of

The time was all too brief and a short break was taken

Tasmania and principal of Ena Waite College, Hobart

before the Annual General Meeting, where many issues were raised and briefly discussed before Mass in the Chapel celebrated by Fr. Jean Dupuche (an old boy of

spoke on "Catholic formation for the future:'

Toorak!).

She said that Christian dedication led to "the

Tea in the dining room (we got it all at McDonald's!)

development of all our powers and talents, "Christians must first be authentic human beings in order to humanise and redeem today's society" There was a need to educate for completeness of individual potential, she said. "Our aim must be a genuine maturity and sense of personal responsibility. "Catholics today need a unifying philosophy of life.

was an informal meal eaten with friends with whom we

had become close over the three days. Sister Noni spoke

briefly and Sister Beatrice accepted our heartfelt thanks

feelings, between our moral ideals and our actions:' The family was the basic Christian community, and the school tended to reinforce the powerful effects of the

for all she and the Community had done for the Conference. We left with the words of the Holiday Hymn ringing in our ears and look forward to meeting again in Adelaide in two years time. At such a gathering we have met our ex-teachers as friends. We have met the pupils of other Loreto schools and felt the closeness of our common background. We have enj oyed the unique feeling o f kinship and openess

home. If values of home and school were in conflict the

created - and we go home renewed.

There must be no major dislocation between thoughts and

child experienced crisis.

Mrs. Edwina Doyle, President

MANDEVILLE HALL...A REFLECTION TWENTY YEARS AGO MANDEVILLE HALL...

A REFLECTION TWENTY YEARS AGO

When we come to assess the changes that have occurred

Now the

during the last twenty years, the most striking, of course, is the absence of the nuns from the school. Twenty years ago every faculty, every class had a nun at its head, ably assisted by a growing number of secular staff.

pendulum has swung in the opposite direction, bringing many changes in its wake and making good the words of Tennyson "The old order changeth giving place to new, and God fulfils Himself in many ways:'

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One of these ways is the phenomenal growth! Numbers have soared ! In the late fifties, there were approximately 28 girls in Matriculation, Form VI, 40 in Leaving, Form V,

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and 40 in Intermediate, Form IV. The whole Senior School

was flexible enough to be handled as a unit, and there was great pride in being so.

F All ed w'th this numerical increase is the shift in

emphas's that has taken place in the buildings - the new

@ blocks tak'ng over the central administrative role from the I great old house which was the heart of the school for so

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met at "the clock': and around it the children thronged to

rooms; using the gracious old rooms for Sodality and Prefects' Meetngs; studying in the Library and belonging in the very real sense of the word.

Spiritually, since twenty years ago was pre-Vatican II era, there have of course, been immense changes. The Chapel looked like th s. Matricu ation Class 1957 on Front Veranda.

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atmosphere of the Junior and Kindergarten Sports; and of

The whole school came together for Mass on the big feasts, for Benediction and every year on 1 st May, walked through the grounds in the traditional

the unequalled delight of M. Aloysius' annual Christmas Tree with gifts for all. There were parties for each section of the school on Mother Superior's feastday, and each

procession in honour of Our Lady. The Children of Mary wore their blue cloaks and each girl carried a flower to

'child' brought her a garment for the poor, which she had, in theory, made herself! But now the old order has indeed changed... the

place at the foot of the statue in the Grotto, where the final

prayers and hymns were sung. Something of the spirit of this time was caught by M. Borgia when, in 1958, she wrote the sonnet suggested by the statue standing in pride of position above the front lawn where so many of the

Grotto has gone, and also St. Michael (at the hands of vandals), the gully cleared, and the lovely old elm removed from the centre of the lawn... efficient sports teams of today would scarcely appreciate the beauty of a tree that held up play for a game of hide and seek among its

activities took place.

branches.

Memories linger of these activities...of the splendour

of the Ballet evenings, when the trees and shrubs were floodlit, and the lawn came alive with the music and the

dancing; of the thrill of the Senior Sports' Days when the three Houses marched in breathtaking competition, with

banners flying, to the cheers of the spectators; of the picnic 1*il

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Also, in the school itself the old has given way to the new in that the Boarders have been phased out the

quanit, and the concern for detail irrelevant, the message 's the same:-

Kindergarten closed, and the boys from the Junior School dispersed. And though with each of these, has gone the

'Wth regard to dress, Parents should see that their children are f'tt ngly clothed and, above all, that they wear the proper clothes at the proper time. There is a r'ght t'me for every type of clothing, and girls should be trained to understand that they are most attractively

special enrichment their presence brought, the'r going has

made way for the overall growth and development demanded by the changes of time. The essence of the Loreto Educational Philosophy remains

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concerning acceptable behaviour. A Committee was formed in 1959 and the booklet A Guide for Parents" was born. 1,

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Academically, twenty years ago, though excellence was encouraged in every area, the pressure was less, and school life more uncomplicated. Jobs were ava'lable 'f studies became too difficult, and girls could finish at the end of Form V, and find ready acceptance into Nursing, Teaching

The Past Pup'ls' Assoc'at'on twenty years ago was bound to the Commun'ty by ties of affection and loyalty which have enriched the school in many ways. In 1955, the Loreto Federation made a tentative start here at

and hard-working who became the top students of the class

Mandeville. How rewarding it would have been for Moira Dynon, the nsp'rat'on behind Federation. to be present at the great and very happy national gathering of Past Pupils held here 'n Apr'l this year! The changes noted over the past twenty years, are ma'nly a reflection of those of the changing society in

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which we live. In the midst of so much that is unstable and

In Sports twenty years ago, the tbams were fired with enthusiasm and did well everywhere. The School Report

restless, 't is good to find continuity with the past linked with assimilation of the present, without loss of self'dentity or the vision of Mary Ward. May Mandeville continue to grow as a great Catholic School and flourish with accustomed vigour.

and Technical College Courses. The most coveted prize was the Loyalty Prize, awarded to the girl outstand-ng in

behaviour and co-operation ... certainly the Prix d'Honneur! Also coveted were the prizes for the amb tious

for 1958 reads:-

'The disappointment of the Seniors regarding the cancellation of Sports Day (owing to uncertain October weather), was offset by the memory of Loreto's first Swimming Carnival. So successful was the day that we hope to make it an annual event. We look forward too, to holding thr Senior Sports Day in first term, 1959. Much of the year's success is due to the unfailing efforts and devoted interest of Mrs. Schaefer and Mr. Guiney to

Pat Schaefer

Ruth Winship I.B.V.M.

whom we extend our warmest thanks:

The main changes in Sport are therefore in growth and development into the highly organised, efficient and varied teams today.

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PREPS. PREPARATORY THOUGHTS Did you like the Father/Daughter Mass?

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Question: Whatare school friends like? Answer:

Some are very big and some are little. You can have a lot or just a few. After school you can

ring them up and go over to play at their house. Friends make me feel happy, but sometimes I

am sad to leave them after school, but I know I will see them the next day at school. Rebecca Carnovale

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Lisa Francis, Georgina Kift, Kate Collie, Danielle Merlo, Simone Willis, Emma Hicks

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What is School?

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Jennifer Ingwersen, Virginia Scarff, Victoria Lawler, Dominique Burnes, Michele Tretoar, Kirsty Davison

Question: Why do you come to school? Answer:

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how to read and write. My fingers and eyes will get stronger and I will be able to be a teacher and teach little girls to learn all the things I did. I will give them some work and lots of special things like I am doing now. I will wear a

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Virginia Scarff Question: What are teachers like? Answer:

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They all have different names. They teach you work, they play with you, they make you better when you are sad and they all talk to you like

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Fl Question: On Television there is a song that says you have to "Care for Kids:' How do you "Care for Kids? Answer:

Mummies and Daddies, teachers, policemen, dentists, doctors and all the big people should look after children. They should like them and help them to be happy people. They should not growl at little children. They should not hit them. They should buy them lollies and toys

and clothes. They should tell children to go to bed so they can be awake in the morning.

Children can feed themselves meat, chocolate pudding, cakes and cornflakes but they should not have bad food like pickles, vegemite, sauce and pumpkin. So big people should look after kids by

looking after them and giving them a hug just when they need it. Emma Hicks

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"How inimitably graceful children are in general before they learn to dance. S. T. Coleridge, 1772-1834 Miss A. McI<enz'e Grade 1

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Five mothers came to help Miss McKenzie and Miss Dillon take us to the market. They were Mrs. Hicks, Mrs.

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Back row: Sonia Francazio, Karly Todaro, Rebecca Chapman Front kneeling: Alexandra Connell, Katherine Vouvaris, Helen Thorn

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"The noises of children playing their own fancies... sporting on the green before my window... inexpressibly take from the labour of my task. It is like

"Oh grownups cannot understand And grownups never will How short the way to fairyland

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Across the purple Hill'. ' Alred Noyes, 1880-1958

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MY BEAR

My Bear has a lovely coat. He has some denim jeans like me. His jeans are striped and checked. His name is Charlie

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WHEN MY CAT WENT SHOPPING

Once my cat went shopping and he got into trouble. Everyone was after him. When he came back he was a mess. He looked Dreadful. He was just about dead. I asked him "Why did you go shopping you silly old cat?" He just closed his eyes and went to sleep.

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entertained a huge audience with singing, dancing, drama and a physical education display, A most enjoyable

Left to right: Katharine Flynn, Josephine Gullace, Christine Lester, Sarah Heath, Eugenie Molyneux, Kate Johnston

evening indeed. Grade 3

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My favourite game is hide and seek. When we play it my brothers can't find me but I can always find them. Monique Van der Zee, Grade 3 Blue

WHAT IS A YOWIE?

A Yowie may be pink, blue or even green. It may be spotted or striped, I really don't know. I asked my mother what it was. She really did not know, but she did not want to upset me so she said: "A Yowie is a funny creature with a funny little head, five little eyes, ten little legs and it has seven little arms with four little fingers. It talks like an elephant riding in a

Back row: Sarah Brittain, Victoria Burke, Lucia Guzzardi,

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Now I am satisfied, I hope you are too. Lisa Knott, Grade 3Blue

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HELLO SUN

Today I saw The sun rise,

He smiled at me and I had a surprise, Tonight I hope to see the moon, Hurry up night, come soon!

FIRST HOLY COMMUNION

On a sunny Sunday in June the Grade 3 girls made their First Communion. Four priests concelebrated Mass at St. Peter's Toorak. It was a happy occasion. The following day the girls received communion again at St. Peter's and

Natasha Prendergast, Grade 3 Gold FIRST RECONCILIATION

First Reconciliation was celebrated in the chapel in

then celebrated with a party at school.

April. All the families of the girls sang and joined in this happy occasion. Grade 3

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K. Prendergast, S. Doquile, L. Johnston, C. Lester.

3rd row: Mrs. Liersch, Sister Teresa, Father Hoare, S. Healey, G. Walker, M. Sheppard, S. Brittain, A. Borghesi, E. Leffler, M. Bradley, E. Barham, S. Crough, N. Prendergast, A. Walsh, F. Liddell, S. Heath, Father Heath, Miss Tierney.

2nd row: S. Bruni, A. Fry, S. Hoare, L. McCarthy, A. Gates, K. Northam, M. Van der Zee, S. Mclean, J. Gullace, S. Dethridge, A. M. Tocigl, A. Dixon, K. Flynn, K. Regan.

Front row: E. Mornement, S. Meagher, S. Boucher, R. Joyce, E. O'Sullivan, Father Leonard, A. Healy, N. Treloar, K. Bonollo, E. Molyneux, G. Tange. Seated on ground: C. Walker, A. Ryan, D. Bongiorno.

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CASTLES - A STORY

This story is about castles.

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castles had moats around them to stop people from 14.1 I climbing the walls. Many castles from the olden days are in ruins due to their age.

Stephanie Loncraine, Grade 4 Gold

Back row: C. Griffin, R. Walters

Front row: P. Harrison, S. Burke, K. MeNamara S. Martin

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THE GRADE FOUR WORKSHOP

The Grade Four workshop was on Monday night, the 2nd of July. The Grade Fours were all excited as they got into their costumes, but they were rather nervous too. In

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the workshop we had items like ballet, physical education,

plays, poems and singing. It was a great success and everyone in the audience enjoyed it. The parts I liked the best were "Toad's Garden" and "The Magic Shoes:' Some of the items were funny, others rather serious. "Toad's Garden" was about a frog who had a lovely garden. Frog's best friend, Toad, wanted a garden too and tried hard, but thought that he couldn't grow one. But one day Frog came knocking at Toad's door shouting for him to come out. Toad came out and looked at his garden. He saw tiny green buds coming out of the ground. He jumped for joy! His garden was growing at last. Lucy McCarthy, Grade 4 Blue

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I think that dreams are big coloured clouds That come floating into people's heads. Some dreams are

long, short

Some are happy sad,

Some dreams are good, some are bad

Back row: D. Mulqueen, L. McCarthy, P. Johnstone

When you dream you never know what kind of dream it

Front row: P. Leoncelli, M. O'Connor

will be.

Sandie Martin, Grade 4 Blue

A CLOUD HOUSE

It would be nice to live in a cloud because you could look

down at the people and they would look like ants. On a rainy day the clouds would"be grey and black and it would be hard to see outside.

Walking in my cloud house would be like being on

cotton-wool. When looking out the window you could touch the aeroplanes as they go by. Meaghan MacDonald, Grade 4 Blue

MY STREAM

I know a little gurgling stream not far from my house. When I sit by the rocks I never ever get tired of hearing the little fish swish their tails as they swim by. I love the little brown and grey pebbles.

I love the blue-bells and the lovely soft tingling sound

Back row: D. Madigan, J. McHale, E. Lee Front row: K. Burns, K. Horsfall

that I hear.

Joanna McHale, Grade 4 Blue

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Back row: Nona Burford Anna Burke, Louise Stewart, Jacqueline Pillinger

Front row: Amanda Doyle, Vicki Gitford, Susan Ingwersen

SPEECH AND DRAMA

My speech and drama teacher's name is Miss Sadler. At speech and drama we do speech exercises to open our

mouths well. We drop our lower jaws and move our tongues around. We also do plays, poems and theme work. The theme I am working on with five other girls is "Spiders", We have to write and act a play, read part of a book on spiders, make up a story involving spiders, read a poem and give some information about them. In third

term we have our first speech exam when an examiner

Back row: Nicole Pillinger, Imogen Rabl, Elizabeth Ellis Front row: Geraldine O'Sullivan, Vikki Phillips, Felicity Carroll

from England comes to examine us. Monique Briglia, Grade 5

ART

At 1.20 every Monday we have art with Miss Dillon. At the beginning of the year we learned about primary and neutral colours and how to mix them. Then we did some

embroidery stitches on a piece of material and stitched a picture. After we had finished that we made a frog from material and stuffed it. When we had finished all that we were able to knit whatever we wanted to.

Tiffany MeGowan, Grade 5 SPORT

Everyone goes to sport - Prep., Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grade 6, but at different times. When Grade 5 go to sport on Mondays at lunch time or every second Wednesday we begin by using the mats. We do somersaults, forward and backward rolls and then we play basketball. After that we usually split up. Half of us

dance and the other half do more mat work and beam

work and then we change over.

Elizabeth Ralph, Grade 5 Back row: Penny McKenzie, Marita Kennedy, Felicity O'Shea, Alicia O'Halloran

Front row: Michaela Beggs, Anna Mercer, Elizabeth Ralph

SPEECH EXAM

Our speech exams will be held in third term at the end of

October. Each of us must recite a poem that takes no more than one minute. Then we read aloud, concentrating on looking up at the examiner as often as possible, speaking slowly and clearly, but most particularly using as much expression as possible so as not to bore the examiner. Having a conversation with the examiner may sound easy but believe me, it is quite difficult when we are now allowed to use those precious "ums" and "ers:' We do the

exam in groups of five or six because working in a group helps us to feel relaxed and less nervous. Fionna Madigan, Grade 5

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TWICE UPON A TIME

On Friday, 1st June all the children from the Junior School went up to the Hall to see an opera, "Twice Upon a

Time" which was presented by the Victorian State Opera. There were four performers and one pianist. They acted two Russian Folk Tales. The first was "The Crock of Gold" which was about an old man whose wife had died.

While he was digging her grave he found a crock of gold and this enabled him to give her a proper funeral. The

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We all enjoyed the opera because the acting and singing were gopd, the stories interesting and the costume and scenery appropriate and cleverly managed. Rachel Regan, Grade 5

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Front row: Robin Adair, Meg O'Callaghan, Anna Esdaile

WORKSHOP

MY STREET

This year instead of having a concert each grade is having a workshop. That means that each class has a night when they display their art and craft work and perform

When I think of my street the first thing that comes to mind is the trees because they are so tall and shady. In autumn the leaves fall to the ground and the trees look bare. In the summer you can hear the people playing and swimming in their pools. The smell I don't like in my street is when the next door neighbour lights his incinerator. It

some of the things we have learnt in ballet, speech and drama, music and sport classes. Each child is in at least

two items. For ballet some girls will do a dance, for speech and drama we do plays, poetry and theme work, for music we shall sing and play musical instruments and for sport

lets off the most terrible smell. But the smell I do like is the

fresh morning smell when I wake up and go outside to get the paper for Dad. Sometimes, when I take my dog for a walk after school I hear the sound of the rushing cars in the main street. On wintery cold days I hear the rustling of the

some will do creative movement to music while others will do beam and mat work.

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The cry of birds as they fly past,

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Because the country is so full of charm, I hope one day to live on a farm.

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TRIP TO PETERSVILLE

In first term Grade Six were told that on Tuesday, 27th March, they would be going to Petersville. Everyone was very excited and looked forward to it very much. We arrived at Petersville at 11.30 a.m. and the gates were open ready for us to go through. Soon we were seated to see a film, which showed Products and Properties all over Australia. It was interesting to see how they picked the corn, how they made different products from milk, and their specialised machinery. Finally, they showed the canned products with a lady walking around a supermarket with a trolley buying the 'Peters' products. The tour through the factory was amazing! Machines coated the ice-creams, poured ice-creams into moulds, put

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Back row: J. Fogarty, C. H'cks S. O'Shaughnessy, S. Clark Front row: E. de Forest, N. Buckley, K. Turner

As a departure gift we received an information sheet, and goodies galore! Grade 6

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MATHS IN GRADE 6 Maths is fun in Grade Six.

Sometimes we learn little tricks, We add and subtract, Multiply and divide; We also do fractions,

An eclipse:

The angry moon like a white predator proudly overtakes his helpless enemy. The sun gives up, and a crash of

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blackness covers the town.

We have just learned area, It's so much fun, Then thousand metres equal A hectare, just one. But best of all, is geometry,

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THE OLD LONELY HOUSE

Lonely, deserted, forgotten, These are the thoughts of the old house Why am I lonely, Why am I gone,

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Nobody cares, nobody shares, Happiness and fun have faded to nothingness Laughter and joy have been blown out the door Why?

My fun and my pleasure is cold,

My hope and my faith have disappeared, My garden, my rooms have rotted away, I'm lonely, deprived and forgotten, Not missed, not known, just scared I'm frightened of the dark, my lights don't work Why?

Happiness I experienced has left, My front door step is cold and unmarked Why doesn't anyone live here.

My furniture is covered with sheets, My carpet worn and torn the pattern faded, My shelves are covered with dust so thick,

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Why?

Left to right: M. Machowicz, A. Della, F. Lardner, R. Walters, A. Page, C. Santo

I'm to be pulled down soon, My great walls crushed,

QUEEN'S HALL - PARLIAMENT TRIP

My furniture sold, my fence pulled down, To build a big busy road right here,

On Monday, 25th June, Grade Six went to Parliament

My joy, hope, fun and pleasure have vanished,

House. Our guide, Mr. Quin, first showed us the Queen's

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Hall. It was a large room with decorative ceilings 54' high. Towards the back was a large statue of Queen Victoria made of marble. It was sculptured by Marshall Wood in 1876. On the walls of the Queen's Hall were many

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paintings from the State Gallery. Also there was an

engraving of the Last Supper in bronze, by Perry Fletcher. There was a balcony overlooking Queen's Hall and on it were two large paintings of Queen Victoria and King

Multiplication is a vexation,

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Perplexes me,

The Queen's Hall is often used for State dinners, receptions, Governor's levees and investitures. The Hall was finished being built in 1879, one hundred years ago this year. I enjoyed our excursion to Parliament House very much because it was interesting.

And fractions drive me mad!

Division is as bad, The rule of three

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SISTER BEATRICE

TRIBUTE

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Adjectives and phrases designed to communicate some sense of the best attributes possessed of a very human and warm person such as Sister Beatrice are easily come by and I feel sure are well recorded elsewhere in this magazine. Much more difficult is the task of paying tribute to a strong woman whose sense of Faith permeates her

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personality, a person one trusts instinctively and admires Sr. Beatrice Hannan

as much for her strengths as for her human-ness. It is not

often that one meets that blend in a personality - the comfortable feeling develops that here is a friend, predictable and reliable and just, yet there is no hint that

such strengths could ever eclipse the kindness and softness and other qualities one normally associates with the

SISTER BEATRICE - FROM THE PAST

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PUPILS ASSOCIATION

There's a relatively low melting point and a gloriously

It is with feelings of both pleasure and regret that I write an appreciation of Sister Beatrice. Of course the pleasure

fast heat dispersal - a lovable human lady our Sister Beatrice. Cat naps at staff meetings even enhance the

far outweighs the regret.

empathy between us - (after all - who else would have the strengths of character and human-ness to indulge so

However, I will first write about the latter. All of the

frequently in her own communication?)

Past Pupils would like to emphasize our feelings of great sadness that Sister Beatrice's term of office here at

form of non-verbal

Dear Sister Beatrice...

Mandeville Hall is coming to an end. Sister Beatrice herself must feel relief at the lifting of her great burden of

"Who can say more than this rich praise: that you are

responsibility, and one can only hope that her inherent

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humility does not inhibit her deserved satisfaction of a task

You have brought much to our school over the past six years; much could be written about what you've done; somehow to us the more important aspect is what you are.

so very well performed. The pleasure associated with writing this is derived from recalling all the happiness and contentment shared between

You've earned our respect for all the right reasons. Thank you for being you.

Sister Beatrice, the Association and its office-bearers in our mutual endeavours over the years of her term as

Dr. Val. Stewart

Mother Superior.

When one reflects on the various branches of every Loreto school - its pupils, parents, community, staff,

mothers' association, clergy and past pupils, all imbued with the same spirit and aims, but not necessarily achieving these in the same ways, one comes to appreciate in no small way the responsibility that Sister Beatrice has carried, and handled with such success. A measure of that success, is the harmony which she has maintained between the various parts of the Loreto Family. She has achieved this through the force of her own personality. She has succeeded in infecting others with her sense of duty, her common-sense, her friendly dignity, her instinct for what is right, her consistency in being firm, but not obdurate, strict but tolerant, and above all, a very human and loving person. For myself, I think the feature of her personality

In her six years at Toorak, Sister Beatrice has been Superior of a community numbering between 25 and 30. Her sincerity, directness and extraordinary unselfishness

have been at the base of a very unified community. We have particularly valued her patience and interest in each person.

Sister Beatrice is a courageous person who has faced change with optimism and a clear understanding of key

principles. In her humour and cheerfulness, she reflects one of Mary Ward's sayings:

"In our calling a cheerful mind, a good understanding

and a great desire after virtue are necessary, but of all

which I find most endearing is her undeniable sense of

these a cheerful mind is the most soN

humour.

We shall all miss her very much, and wish her, most

Sr. Elizabeth Donnan

sincerely, God's greatest blessings on her future tasks. Joan Hurley, President

1 would be presumptuous of me to pretend that I could do justice to an assessment of the qualities and character of

A TRIBUTE TO SISTER BEATRICE FROM THE LORETO PARENTS ASSOCIATION

Sister Beatrice.

During the six years Sister Beatrice has been with us at Loreto, Toorak, she has not merely endeared herself to us

For the past two years I have worked with her on the Loreto Advisory Board where she has revealed qualities at first obscured by her conscientious devotion to the demanding duties of Sister Superior at Mandeville Hall. Her efficiency, unselfishness, humility and sincerity were apparent from the outset, but in the deliberations of the Board her perceptiveness and perspicacity come to the fore and were invaluable. Moreover her quiet charm and

all as a friend but established an enviable record as an administrator and a builder.

sense of humour endeared her to all members of the

There is little I can say, to do justice to the debt of gratitude we all owe to Sister Beatrice. I know all of us are fully conscious of her dedication to the college and our children - my difficulty is in conveying to her on your behalf the depth of our appreciation of all she has achieved

Board.

in her time with us.

It would probably take a very long time to know Sister Beatrice completely, but she is undoubtedly a great person who will be much missed by all who have had the pleasure

I believe it was said of Sir Christopher Wren "If you seek his monument look around you'; and I think all will agree that this applied equally to Sister Beatrice.

Sister Beatrice please accept from the Loreto Parents

of working under her.

our deep and abiding gratitude and admiration for all you

On behalf of the Advisory Board I would like to thank

have done for us. We wish you much happiness and

her for her understanding and ready co-operation.

contentment in the years to come. We will not forget you and your devotion to us - may God bless you. Marguerite A. Ryan

Judge J. R. O'Shea,

Chairman, Loreto Advisory Board A

PAST PUPILS ASSOCIATION PAST PUPILS' ASSOCIATION

This year was a particularly busy and happy time for the Past Pupils' Association, due of course, to the great honour of holding the 13th Biennial Federation

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Much fun and hard work was had raising money to

finance the Conference. In fact, all proceeds from all'our functions were used for this.

Our Luncheon was held at my home in October. It was 1*

very well attended and financially as well as socially e successful. The afternoon of recollection was a wonderful occasion

- due to Father George Belfrage, S.J. - whose enlightening dissertation on "Taking each day as it comes" gave us all something to think about, discuss and accept. He also said a beautiful and meaningful Mass for our deceased past pupils. Our reunion this year was held on the first night of the Federation Conference, and it was

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marvellous to meet up with our interstate colleagues.

The Debutante Ball was held on 6th April at a different venue - Number 9 Darling Street, South Yarra. It was a very happy night, and I was so proud of the debutantes.

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Special thanks to the Ball organiser, Mrs. C. McCann and ticket secretaries Mrs. F. J. Kevin and Mrs. W. O'Day. The Golf Day on Monday, 30th April, was as usual a successful occasion. The winner was miss Kate Southwell,

a newcomer to the competition. The committee provided a lovely lunch and we all felt very welcome.

Michele Layette is busy getting the tennis going again so recruits will be very welcome from all past pupils The Association at the A.G.M. presented Sister Beatrice

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with a colour television for Blairgowrie Cottage as a parting of thanks!

My grateful thanks to all concerned who helped me during my year as President of the Association. We all look forward to welcoming our new members from this year's H.S.C. and wish them every success for their future

3 Generations at Loreto Ball

Caroline Hurley one of the Debutants Joan Hurley, President of Past Pupils Association and Sister Dolorosa of Loreto, Toorak - aunt.

lives.

Joan Hurley, President

SR. JANE KELLY in the history of the school are important elements adding to the experience of any member of a school community

like Mandeville - an insight into the workings of human relationships necessary to all people endeavouring to establish any type of community. Besides being a truly Christian person herself, she was a far-sighted educationalist. She was progressive in a changing society.

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studies day - time tabled and taught by experts in the

respective subject fields. The Music Department was enriched as was the Art Department - two specialist sections of the School Curriculum. A School Policy Council was set up which consisted of four elected staff

members and the School Administration. A Lay Deputy

SR. JANE KELLY I.B V.M.

Principal was appointed - the first at Mandeville. Sr. Jane's quiet, efficient transfer of Staff into the hew Administration block and subsequent opening by Archbishop Little in April, 1978, showed that she was certainly the organizer required of her position.

PRINCIPAL - MANDEVILLE, LORETO CONVENT - 1973-1978

Sr. Jane Kelly returned to Mandeville Hall, Loreto

Convent, Toorak in 1973. She had been appointed by her Loreto Superiors to the position of Principal. The school and its surroundings were quite familiar to her as it was her 'old school' and her 'only school: She had attended firstly

Behind all these qualities necessary for the efficient

working of a school and these progressive ideas and aims,

she never forgot she was working with people - people of diverse temperaments, interests and activities. Her first loyalty and concern was for these people and they certainly were appreciated. Although always very busy, she found

as a prep student, a junior student, a senior student and

then as a very young nun in charge of a group of Form III students, not much younger than herself. However, as Principal, the situation was quite different. After listening to her address of welcome to her Staff in February, we realized that in her position as Principal of this Christian School, she outlined many qualities which

time to talk and listen to staff and students whenever necessary.

Towards the beginning of third term, 1978, it was learned that Sr. Jane Kelly was given the opportunity to take extra studies in London the following year. Thus, her appointment as Principal had come to a close. Although sad at the thought of losing her leadership and expertise, we wish her every success, peace and happiness in the

are essential in order that the true Christian ideal behind

the very establishment of the school, remains the dominant factor. The following are just a few of such qualities: a definite philosophy incorporating the Christian ideal and an be seen in all areas of the school - tradition and pride

future.

Margaret Willis

Let Me Not to the Marriage Let me not to the marriage of true minds Admit impediments. Love is not love Which alters when it alteration finds, Or bends with the remover to remove.

0, no! it is an ever-fixed mark,

That looks on tempests and is never shaken; It is the star to every wandering bark,

Whose worth's unknown, although his height be taken. Love's not Time's fool, though rosy lips and cheeks Within his bending sickle's compass come; Love alters not with his brief hours and weeks,

But bears it out even to the edge of doom. If this be error, and upon me proved, I never writ, nor no man ever loved. William Shakespeare

SISTER M. LAWRENCE I.B.V.M. - RIP. 1979 opened buoyantly,

The laundry might have been considered her

but midway in January we .®0.a- : r,

were stunned with shock and

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headquarters... all knew where to find her. How she loved perfecting sacristy linen - literally waiting on the Eucharistic Lord. And the sick, next to Him, in her care of

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infirmary gear. The Domestic Economy department can

. . . Our Sister Lawrence!

vouch for supplies of tea towels, dusters, etc. Tear and smile were near on mail days: for, Australian though she had been for her forty years of "mission" Ireland was her own country and there as here she was

She was so much a part of & Toorak...

The sense of loss at first 1 dulled other sensibilities in

deeply loved...

her regard, yet we felt selfish: for surely Sister had earned

On her 80th birthday Sister Beatrice had taken her and some other sisters for a drive to the Dandenongs. She loved the bush - (Normanhurst had been her first home in Australia and had endeared its every tree, shrub and flower to her.) Somehow, that afternoon, she tripped on a rocky

her summons Home.

We miss her - all the year - and Belloc's lines take on Sr. Lawrence

a special significance:

path, injured her right arm, and sustained a shock. It may have been premonitory. From that day she seemed to lose

"He does not die that can bequeath Some influence to the land he knows

some of her keen spirit and Cardinal Newman's prayer

Or dares persistent interwreath

became her yearning:

Love permanent with the wild hedgerows -

"May he support us all the day long, till the shades lengthen and evening comes:

He does not die . . ."

and the busy world is hushed and our work is done...

No! We believe in the Communion of Saints. She is near us. Then we ask: "What was the influence she did

Then, in His mercy may He give us a holy

bequeath" - the answer is clear - kindness. She was

Rest and Peace at the last,"

KIND.

God did just that . . .

Community, staff, children, past pupils, visitors - (met so warmly at the doors), birds, beasts, flowers, trees, all

Sister Lawrence was in Portland for a holiday: 16th January was the date for the return to Toorak. Early in that morning she was found dead. She had died in her

attest her kindness - her sensitivity to other's needs. Nor did we spare her by our askings! The warmth of her reply

sleep, in His arms. Seldom has anyone received such loving regard as she in

could be discerning - for, as Mother Gonzaga used to say: The human heart is wide enough to hold the world -

the Requium of the 18th. There were nuns from all the states attending a Loreto Seminar: So our Toorak Chapel was filled as the Mass of Thanksgiving was offered for

provided God comes first. Sr. Lawrence's "friendship" embraced the world: God came first always. Prayer was His Presence, as constant as her breathing. Mass the treasure of her day. You came to her for instant help... "I'll say the Memorare" - and you came away heartened, probably also with some "unconsidered trifle" She loved to have something to give!

dear Sister Lawrence to rest in Peace - "Her works to follow her" -

Our hearts attest she is still helping us - her relations her friends - the whole Church - in an undying influence

I picture on part of her day's routine: 1 p.m. - she went out to say her Rosary. Tess, the dog, sedately walking beside her until nearing the sand-pit - then for a frolic! But even the birds seemed to know her tread. They chattered as she prayed.

We thank God for Sister Lawrence - Her memory bequeaths her influence. "She does not die" -

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INSIDE - OUTSIDE FORM V AND VI SOCIAL The Form Five and Six Social was held at Dennis House

this year on May 10th. It was a night of much gaiety and outwardness on the part of those who attended. It portrayed the characters and styles of the students outside

the school environment. The evening abounded in plumages and fake diamonds, which added colour and amusement to the staff and the less adventurous students.

The black spots on aqua were one of the more favourable innovations to the social scene. The girls' toilets were

suitably crowded with emotions and shrieks of delight on account of the male representatives who had so obligingly attended.

The music, although devastatingly loud, was much enjoyed by students, but inhibited conversation to a large degree (which was an advantage for those who had little to say to their partners). The evening was, on the whole, a success, the excitement being promoted by a before-party and suitably lulled by a relaxing after-party. We all hope that the Form Fives will have an equally enj oyable time next year and we only wish that we could re-live the enjoyment with them.

SKI TRIP TO FALLS CREEK

Catriona Brennan, Form VI

This year, for the first time, a ski trip was organised involving fourteen Form IV students. The mid-term break enabled us to spend two full days and two half days up at Falls Creek. Some of the girls were experienced skiers and others had not ever seen snow, so the group was split to allow for better tuition.

Mrs Varani, Mrs. Szotyory and the Physical Education staff were in charge of the girls and made certain that everyone was supervised at all times.

A great number of pancakes were consumed, but we feel certain that their consumption was more than balanced by the output of energy taken in falls on the slopes ! We are sure that this trip was an enjoyable experience and hope that it is one which the school may wish to repeat.

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It has been the custom over the past nine years for the "National Times" to sponsor the School Students' National Debating Championships. This year, I was selected as one of the members of the Victorian Team. (To support my earlier statement of fact, the other three students were male.) After six weeks of intensive training - discussing, debating, and shouting·each other down -

"WIT, LOGIC AND THE AUSTRALIAN WAY" Debating, as a form of communication which forces

students to formulate and fluently present a coherent argument, has been a popular exercise adopted by many schools. In the junior forms, dry mouthed girls nervously shuffle palm cards and whisper half prepared speeches, to the front desks. It is sad that the trauma is too much for

we departed somewhat apprehensively for that oasis of

most of us, and we thankfully retire once again to the

Australia's western wilderness, Perth, a fair city in full flower for those intrepid tourists who dare traverse the

ranks of obscurity.

However, for a few, the lures of debating far outweigh the temporary disadvantages of blind terror and embarrassed incoherence. These are the girls who have discovered that debating is an excellent way to meet students from other schools. It is a fact that girls are outnumbered four to one by boys in local competitions; despite what one might say about sex inequality, that circumstance is the female debater's delight, and the

Nullabor.

The Championships were conducted over five days, and despite a shock defeat in our first debate, the Victorian team nevertheless reached the semi-finals. The two semi-

final debates were held in the Upper and Lower Houses of Parliament, and the atmosphere of the two Chambers was at once intimidating, and inspirational. We were narrowly defeated by Western Australia, which later went down to

opportunity to engage in a battle of wits with other students who share your own interests is eagerly sought

New South Wales. After four days of tension and

discipline, we felt entitled to a final night of celebration (or woeful commiseration), and in the tradition of all such

after.

Of course, the standard benefits of debating, as

student groups, this last was the best.

expounded by those devout disciples of rhetoric and

Admittedly, if we were all offered the prospect of a free

learning, the staff, still apply. Like one of Aunty Gem's miracle cures, debating is guaranteed to encourage self expression, improve word skills and argument analysis, as well as developing self confidence. I myself, fully realising these superior benefits, embarked upon a career of serious debating with no thought for the aforement'oned distractions - and well have I been rewarded for my

trip to Perth, where we would meet so many people, and

interest, and they go far beyond what is immediately

industry.

obvious. I ask you, did Aunty Gem's cures ever fail?

discover in them so many new friends, then it is possible that a few more of those nervous beginners would not give up so quickly. But even for those who are not lucky enough to be rewarded thus, the benefits of debating are still discovered soon enough by anyone with a genuine

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1979 saw the first musical production with boys playing male parts instead of we girls attempting to deepen our voices and grow beards. "Brigadoon" lS set in the Scottish highlands and the stage was a mass of vibrant colours in the tartans and market props such as baskets and flowers

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decided to attempt a production.

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At the beginning most of the cast relaxed in the humour of the play but as 'the day' in April drew near, hearts and minds resolved to work consistently and hard. The result was a generally acclaimed school production with a professional air. Many people behind the scenes gave valuable assistance and aided to overall success. Many thanks from all to all. How many of us agree with Lady Bracknell's ". . . but ignorance is like a delicate exotic fruit, touch it - and the bloom is gone . . ."

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"JESUS CHRIST, THE SAME

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"The goals of our education today are in essence the same as the goals of our Foundress: the spiritual, intellectual and social development of the individual, and the preparation of students to take their place in the society in which they live, as well as to

As we see Religious Education as part of the broader context of the life of the whole school, contributions concerning particular activities associated with the development of faith, are printed in class sections.

achieve their ultimate goal, the knowledge and love of God, in so

The ways in which religious education has been approached, the vocabulary used, the style of teaching have through the years

far as this can be attained.

"The Christian person as envisaged by Mary Ward is

been very varied. The following statements highlight however, that our aim has remained constant. Our goal has not changed -

characterised by: - freedom of spirit

to preach Jesus Christ, the same yesterday, today and forever.

- justice

"As the chief object which we have in view in undertaking the

- integrity:'

education of girls is to enable them to attain the end for which

(Loreto Educational Philosophy)

God has placed them in this world - the greatest importance is

education. In a special way, however, adolescents and young

" Religious Education in the school curriculum brings together many other disciplines and aspects of life, integrating these into the context of faith. The goals of religious education must be concerned with the development of faith. We as educators in faith

adults should be initiated into the apostolate and imbued with its

at Loreto are striving to:

attached to the religious instruction of the children:' (Mother Gonzaga Barry. December 1885) "Training for the apostolate should start with a child's earliest

form Christian attitudes

spirit. This formation must be perfected throughout their whole

- develop children's consciences - celebrate liturgy and worship

lives in keeping with the demands of new responsibilities. It is evident therefore, that those who have the obligation to provide

- hand on factual knowledge

for Christian education also have the duty to provide for

and foster an enthusiasm for further learning which leads towards

formation in the apostolate:'

a mature commitment:'

"Among all the agencies of education the school has a special

Sr. Teresa Lowery I.B.V.M.)

importance. By creating friendly contacts between students of

"The religious education offered at Loreto Mandeville is much

diverse temperament and background, the school fosters among

broader than the classroom experience. We take responsibility for providing an atmosphere, a context, in which a student's faith can

them a willingness to understand one another. Moreover, the school sets up a kind of centre whose operation and progress

grow. What she learns in a formal way needs that constant

deserve to engage the joint participation of families, teachers,

stimulus of example, challenge and doubt if it is to reach the

various kinds of cultural, civic, and religious groups, civil society,

ultimate goal 'Have that mind and heart in you that was in Christ

and the entire human community:'

Jesus'."

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(Deirdre Rofe, I.B.V.M.)

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION TEAM Form VI

Sister Deirdre Rofe

Miss Patricia Ryan Sister Ruth Winship Form V

Miss Patricia Ryan Sister Elizabeth Donnan Sister Leonie Peterson

Forrn IV

Sister Ruth Winship Mrs. Joan Ryan Sister Leonie Peterson

Form III

Sister Patricia Lohan

Sister Ruth Winship Form II

Sister Patricia Lohan Sister Leonie Peterson

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Mrs. Peg Goode

Mrs. Irene de Soysa

Mrs. Clare Tuohy

Mrs. Therry Haas

Mrs. Dorothy Langue ZZ - absent INDONESIAN COMPETITION CAREERS CENTRE

Very Honourable Mention Madeleine Fogarty - Junior Essay

This year, Mrs. Margaret McCormack joined the Loreto

Form III:

staff as Careers Advisor. The Careers Centre which is

Form VI:

located in the Senior School Library, is available for the use of all students and offers a wide, updated range of information concerning employment opportunities and required qualifications. Mrs. McCormack who is present at school every Tuesday and Thursday for interviews, has established several new programmes within the school. The Form IV's have been offered a teaching programme,

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Honourable Mention Form VI:

Jen McCarthy - Senior Essay Competition

1978 - Indonesian

dealing in areas such as applying for a job, attendance at

Form VI Essay Competition

interviews and obligations as an employee. Another programme being developed, involves work experience where students have the opportunity to participate in their

Winners:

Organised by the Indonesian Uniting Church in Victoria Consolation prize Patricia Kevin

prospective field of work.

Jenny Keys

Undoubtedly, Mrs. McCormack's past experience as a Careers Advisor has enabled her to give specific and

Organised by Vilta Form III:

helpful advice to school leavers including submission of application forms for educational courses. The careers night during third term and personal

First prize - Terry Smith

1979

Organized by Vilta

interviews with every Form IV to VI girl are other

Form IV:

examples of the invaluable assistance which a Careers Advisor can offer our school.

First prize - Jenny Muster

Alliance Francaise Competitions

Cathy Need Form V

1978 State Winners

Form VI: F. Quennoy Form II: M. L. Coperchini 1979 State Winner

Form III Poetry - Maria Lisa Coperchini Form III Best Overall Student - Maria Lisa Coperchini

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Miss Cheryl Miller

Mrs. Carol Black

Mr. Ian Morris

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Having lapsed for some years, 1973 saw the return of the

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Mandeville Hall school orchestra. Now, six years later there are two, the regular full orchestra and a small group

Brisbane was attended by 24 girls from Mandeville, accompanied by Sr. Lua, Mrs. Hines and Mrs. Andrews. Altogether 224 girls attended the camp and participated in

of more advanced musicians formed a chamber orchestra.

This chamber orchestra worked mainly during the first term, under the expert guidance of Mr. Tom Howley. Playing music by composers such as Bach, Telemann, Correlli and some (very) modern artists, all benefited greatly. This was shown at the 'Seventeenth Century'

choral, orchestral and chamber music activities. A chamber music concert was held at Early Street historic

village on Tuesday, August 28th and the orchestral and

choral concert was held at Brisbane Grammar School on

Wednesday, 29th August. The principal work performed

Evening of Music in the Oak Parlor at the end of first term. Unfortunately the orchestra came to a halt early in

at this concert was Part I o f Haydn's Creation.

The week involved much hard work which proved to be of great value, and everyone enjoyed a day at Surfers

second term when we were all shocked with the sudden death o f Mr. Howley.

Paradise and the other social activities which were

However the larger orchestra still continues in music

arranged.

making, a very enjoyable experience with Mrs. Andrews. Consisting of about 36 members it is steadily increasing with interesting instruments being introduced such as Carolyn Raftis on the bassoon, Julitha Ryan with the french horn and Madelaine Fogarty on the trumpet. They were heard in June at the Arts Festival Concert. Orchestral

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FORM ONE LIFE

CABBAGES AND KINGS

Life is wonderful,

Once upon a time there was a prince who was made to

Life is fun,

eat cabbage for breakfast, lunch and dinner, and he absolutely detested cabbage. This went on until his father died and Prince Charming became King. When he became king all the fun went out of life. He no longer found maidens in distress or had to fight dragons. Life was quite a bore for Charming now he was king. The only advantage was that he banned cabbage or even the word to be mentioned in his kingdom. The peasants were very angry, so angry that they

Life is full of everyone.

Some people are small,

Some are tall, Some people are thin, Some people are fat, And some are neither this nor that.

God made me, And 1 am me,

The only person I'd like to be, So here I am living on earth, Right from the beginning, From my birth.

threatened to turn the young king into a walrus if he did

not renounce his cabbage laws. The king, quite bored with life, decided that being a walrus could be fun. And it was

Mrs. Yvonne Badger

the walrus could spend his days taking nonsense and reciting Monty Python. But after many years he decided

Barbara Smrekar, Form I Red

that he would like to become king again. He was even prepared to renounce his cabbage laws. To get this message

WE CAN'T WAIT TO BE IN FORM VI

to his people, he sent the cryptic message through a girl

We are in Form I,

called Alice. The message was in a very long poem which

And we seem fairly small,

Alice wrote down, recorded and sent all over the world.

Compared with Form VI's,

The part of the poem which was the clue is:

Who are very tall.

'The time has come the walrus said,

Because we 1st formers,

To talk of many things,

Go to the pool,

Of shoes and ships and sealing wax,

While all the Form VI girls

of cabbages and Kings:

Drink coffee at school.

When the poem reached the kingdom, the peasants

We poor little juniors,

decided that they were quite happy without him and left

Outside in the rain;

h'm to remain a walrus for the rest of his life.

THEY go to their common-room,

Pauline Haas

Coffee again!

"There is a feeling of eternity in youth which makes us amends for everything. To be young is to be as of the

When we're in form VI We know what we'll do

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We'll sit there in comfort, And drink coffee too!

William Hozlitt, 1778-1830

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K. Height L. MeNamara, S. Junker J. Cron'n L. O Bryan, C. T'ghe, C. Gaynor M. Fox S. D' Fel'ce K. Whelan K. Sm*th

Middle Row (L to R):

M. Clancy, C. K'ng M. Selar B. Smrekar, K. Margoss's F. Pierce, N. Kostakanellis, J. H'll, K. Purcell G. Howard S. Hillman, K. Regan

Front Row (L to R):

M, Su, A, Ryan G, Burford, S. Barry, C. McHenry, L. Carroll, H. Martin

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K. Amad, S. Ellis, A. Joyce, C. Folley, M. Soppitt, C. Chiba, C. Rosengren

2nd Back Row (L to R):

B. Pirrie, S. Latham, K, Johnston, C. Kryza, S. Purcell, J. Ryan, R. Chancellor

3rd Back Row (L to R):

N. Yap, S. Rey, S. Roach, S. Rice, L. Gray, D. Coperchini, F. Walshe, M. Tauro, M.

Front Row (L to R):

E. Callancini, F. MeLean, B. MeMahon, S. McPherson, M. Wines, M. L. Kitchen, R.

Ryan

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THE FUTURE: 200 YEARS FROM NOW

WHAT IS LIFE?

I wake to see my robot, X-47, bending over me and

Life is a time of learning,

shaking me to rise. It is a typical day, 7th June, 2179. The

Of loving, of living.

time, 7.30 a.m.

Life is an experience Of joy, of sadness.

"Breakfast master': X-47 informs me.

Life is a challenge

"Very good X-47, now, what is on the menu?" I

Of decisions, of fun,

enquire.

LIFE IS A MYSTERY.

"Nuclear waste master': I am told.

"Ahem, well, I think Ill skip it today. You know that when I eat radio-active things it wrecks my complexion'

Life is what you make it, Of birth, of death,

"Very well master, it is time for work:'

Life is full of unexpected things,

As I walk out to my space-ship I remember my appointment with Dr. Zhivago, our local plastic surgeon.

Of people, of places,

As I enter his surgery he greets me.

LIFE IS A MYSTERY.

Life is a gift from God

"And how are things down on Earth. You know, I wish you would come and live up here on Jupiter:' "Well I'm not and nothing will change my mind': I reply.

Four hours later I come out looking like a weird, ancient

queen, her name Queen Elizabeth II. I make my living as an actor and right now I am portraying her in a play so naturally I want to resemble her... Megan Tauro, Form I

Mrs. Carmel Kehoe

THE PRINCE OF THE JUNGLE

He slowly moves across the dry ground of the jungle, Gracefully and with class, He notices a deer nearby Effortlessly leaps upon the lonely deer, And eats it all.

Katie Whelan, Form I

FORM ONE THE LITTLE BEARDED GNOME

At seven o'clock,

Now don't get a shock, A little man will come here, With his mind full of fear.

He'll be dressed up in woollens, Yellow, white, red or green,

It will be the most exciting thing you've ever seen! With his little tool bag, And his name on the tag, He will tip-toe across the garden, With his footprints like a bird. But the sound of his little feet,

Mrs. Janet Grant

Sr. Francesca Cavagna

Cannot at all be heard,

He will gather up your lemons,

OUR VISIT TO ANCIENT TIMES HOUSE

Or your apples, figs or sticks,

Arriving at Ancient Times House we were led into a

He does this for a living,

large room where a film was shown on the Long Lost

And not for his own kicks.

Pharaoh of Egypt, Tutankhamun. After watching the film, which enlightened our knowledge concerning the Pharaoh, we were able to spend time looking at many intriguing things. We saw a mumified body of a child, clay tablets, pots, bowls, needles and a gold mask, undoubtedly one of the many jewels worn by the Pharaoh during his

He is about six inches high, A long way from the sky, He wears a pointed cap, And he sometimes drinks trees' sap, He has feet that are turned in, So he can run and not be someone's din.

burial procession.

We weighs about three hundred grams,

As the day proceeded our knowledge increased. Even those not interested found some custom or story which intrigued them. But though time ran out and we had to

But less if he is a man.

So wait up to see this little fellow, I f you don't, don't go and bellow.

return to school, it proved a most interesting, worthwhile excursion.

J. Cronin, Form I Red

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A. Ring, C. Thornton, N. Mulqueen, H. Cantwell, M. Shelton, G. Caputi, K. Burke, K. Ahearn,

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C. Riordan, B. Water, D. Shield, J. Healy, S. De Soysa, C. Delaney, A. Chisholm, S. Phillips, M. Ubaldi, S. Humphris K. Walsh, E. Mulcahy, M. Bouras, J. Dickinson, N. Leong, J. McNamara, K. Drake

M. Vandoros.

Front Row:

FORM TWO A ZOOKEEPER'S LAMENT

THE GIFT OF SIGHT

Thank you God for the gift of sight

I'm a zookeeper with many a tale,

So we can see your love which shines so bright

Some are quite grizzly and may make you pale, It has been a rough life, a smelly one too,

So we can see our friends and family too And see all those who resemble you.

I'll be glad to leave this stinky zoo.

So we can see all colours and each passing day,

One thing that worries a respectable man,

So we can see your gentleness given in every way.

Is the bucket and spade, always in hand.

So we can see the sky, the stars and the moon,

There's also the feed, the fish and the slops, Every morning at eight - it never stops.

And then know that you will be coming soon. So we can see each month and every year

The elephant showers me with his trunk,

And know so well Lord that you are near.

The hippo shoves me with his rump,

Simone Naulty, Form II Blue

I shudder as the lion stalks by, I'll be the meat in his next pie. There's always children underfoot, And quite often covered with soot. I never know just where they'll end, I'm nearly going around the bend. But the day will come when I retire, And 1'11 leave all this mess and mire, I'll grab my hat and off I'll go, And have a holiday in the snow! Kathryn Riddell, Form II Blue

Mrs. Geraldine Dowd

FOG

The mystery of fog,

Enveloping me into its little white world. I am lost in a sea of darkness and light, As it continues on its journey,

I can see many things That were disguised before. Susannah Mott, Form II Red

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Centre Row (L to R):

K. Riddell, G. South, R. Gardner, C. Oischyna, H. Harangozo, J. Randles,

Front Row (L to R):

R. Farrell, C. Soppitt, J. Mallows, S. Ryan, C. Westmore, A. Badger, M. Borrack

Absent:

S. Dalton, H. O'Brien, G. Watkins

M. Rhoden, R. Fagan, K. Massoud

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B. Falkingham, A Rishworth, K. Harty, G. Treloar, C. Trescowthick, A. O'Brien M. Mc(Made, E. Chisholm, R. Nolan

Centre Row (L to R):

K. Lethbridge, G. Edgerton, E. De Castella, M. Roberts, A. Bitsis, A. Height, C. Meagher, K. Dalton, R. Jaycock, B. Ellis, M. Martin

G. Derrick, J. Meagher, P. Wales, J. Edwards, C. Nicholson, M. Silk, A. Liddy

Front Row (L to R):

A MOTHER'S LAMENT

Thirteen years as a mother, none other, It's a difficult job to take, My children are good,

Miss Hilary Ward

Just as they should, 'Cause I show them as much love

As any mother could. I wash, I iron, I clean their clothes, And what do I get in return? They make me extremely stern. Children aren't really that bad, Sometimes they make you sad,

A WILD HORSE

You must show love,

Aware of someone he stops eating,

Affection they say, Or else they'll drive Your brain away.

He raises his head high, He picks up the scent, Gives a loud neigh,

Amelia Bitsis, Form II Gold

Then shies as he turns.

His hooves beat with an even pace, His mane swinging, Tail high.

As he gallops over the creek His gleaming coat becomes wet from the

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He drops his head then lifts it again, Giving a second cry,

He slows down to a canter, then trots, then walks.

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He finds a pleasant spot to graze and cautiously lowers his head once again.

Martine Borrack, Form II Blue

FORM TWO QUICKLY

"FORBID THEM NOT"

With apologies to James Reeves

The film "Forbid Them Not" showed to me you must care, but in the right way. A challenge must be overcome for it to benefit people in some way. The blind boy was frustrated, confused and lost when his life changed. Then

Quickly the rabbit scampers by

Quickly the plane flies high in the sky Quickly the man runs through the rain Quickly the victim cries out in pain Quickly the bird takes off in flight Quick is the deer, but quickest of all Is the spider scuttling up the wall.

he adapted himself to it. The words "Forbid Them Not" to me mean that we

must not exclude people who are different. We must not treat them any differently from those who are normal. We must not forbid them from joining us. It does not have to

Belinda Russo, Form II Red

be a person who is blind or deaf. It could be a person who thinks differently from you, or has different ideals. These people, even though they do not have the same ideas, are just as human. They are still people.

A FOAL IS BORN

Kate O'Brien, Form II Blue

A silver mare, heavy with foal, Shuffles around restlessly, Then sinks to the soft grassy ground. She rolls around as her foal is born.

The little foal is licked dr.y, Then it is nudged to its feet,

Its long thin legs collapse, over and over again, Still the patient mother nudges, Until her foal is on all fours.

The tired mother gives her foal a dr'nk, And rests herself.

It is a proud mare that brings

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S. Feehar C. Kelly S. T-ghe B. Russo, P. Ba'!ey C. Healey V. Longm're

L. Barry F. Sm'th R. Kiernan S, Mott E. K'ng, S. Meehan, N. Brigl'a J. Hedger, R. Clark C. Fogarty

Front Row (L to R):

S. Cundari, S. Bennett L. Elford, G. O Halloran, M. Leonard, J. Cohen, M. Martin

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G. O Connor, A. O Shaughnessy

FORM TWO THE MAKING OF GULLIVER

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Many thanks to Mrs. Beverly Fagan who is helping us. Kathy Riddell, Form II Blue THE FORM II RETREAT DAY

At ten past nine the buses left punctually with Form II, heading northward to Campion House in Kew. It was the 25th of July, the Form II Retreat day. The theme was "Maturity in making decisions for life:' We discussed the uses of advertisements, cigarettes, drugs and alcohol addiction in our society. It was a perfect day, sunny and clear. At 9.30 a.m. we arrived at Campion. We were the first school to have a retreat at Campion so we were privileged. In the morning there were lectures by Dr. Phillips and Father MeDermott on the physical and psychological

On Friday, the 4th May, the Form II Record Night was held. Everyone wore weird and crazy clothes. We all had great fun dancing and the teachers enjoyed themselves too. Mark Trescowthick and his friends organised the music

and acted as disc-jockeys for the evening. We would like to thank the councillors, P. Murphy, L. Brophy, S. Hanrahan and J. Purbrick for all the organisation of our night. R. Fagan and R. Gardener Form II

effects of alcohol and drug addiction. We had two breaks for morning tea and lunch and then

THE INTERNATIONAL YEAR OF THE CHILD

the afternoon was spent watching a film on drinking and

The International Year of the Child, is not just a name

driving followed by another discussion with Father

given for publicity, but for the well-being of children all around the world. There are people who have raised money for this cause, for children who are in constant need

McDermott.

The afternoon ended with a liturgy and mass held in the discussion room which had a homely and informal

of love and attention. Children who need medical attention

atmosphere.

and other basics for life are those for whom this group of people are working to give them a better, normal life.

It was altogether a very satisfactory day enjoyed by all. On behalf of Form Two I would like to thank all those

involved in organising our retreat day.

Jennie Landrigan, Form II Blue

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W. Miller, K. MeGrath, C. Murray, M. Skewes, E. Phillips, A. Mackinnon, B. Quinn

Centre Row (L to R):

K. Hicks, J. Ryan, B. Curtain, K. Murphy, V. Borghesi, C. Leyshon, C. English,

Front Row (L to R):

L. di Pietrantonio, C. Phillips, P. Haas, M. Allen, K. McCaig, S. Nilsson,

R. Spillane, V. Banks

F. Corcoran Absent:

E. Gourvelos

HAPPINESS IS ...

Happiness is being honest and open wit h others

Happiness is the joy we get through hel ping others Happiness is an everlasting hope withir

Happiness is having set goals in life Happiness is brought through achievenient and success

Happiness is show through smiles and 1 aughter Happiness is a joy.

K aren Hicks Form III € i

WAR

The roots of war; Greed, want of power, Hunger for glory.

The officers get these wants fulfilled, But the soldier He lives with bitterness

Indescribable memories, And loss of friends and relations. Immoral and inhuman orders Have to be carried out.

People locked behind bars, To die of hunger or gas. But for what cause

INSIDE

She rolled over, snuggling into the blankets. The feeling was bliss! She stretched, relaxed, and practised deep

Mrs. Lynne Curtis

Is this suffering undertaken? For some politicians' glory?

breathing in a semi-conscious state. Suddenly, a loud, strident bell cruelly rang out, brutally jolting her from sleep. She rolled over; she turned off the alarm. Another

Are the reasons they give us Good enough to compensate For the destruction of our fellow man?

day had begun.

Caitlin English Form 111

Sarah Curran, Form III

FORM THREE FORM III DEBATING

I said my bit and then sat down,

The conscientious efforts of the junior debating teams have certainly put Mandeville up with the greatest

The others followed suit

(Winston Churchill, Gough Whitlam, Sister Deirdre).

I got a nudge and then a wink "The third one's rather cute!"

Much of their success must be attributed to the advice of

their helpful teachers, and every debater swells with gratitude. Although the senior debating teams have not made their presence as dramatically known as in previous years, Patrice Murphy of Form VI is to be commended for her effort and acceptance into the Victorian State Debating

Question time arrived at last, A relief for one and all

The adjudicator slowly rose The results she was now to call.

"You all did very well" she said,

Team.

"The standard was quite high" We thought that we had lost to them,

The following ballad is dedicated to Miss O'Shea, Miss

Or at least had come a tie.

Manning and Mrs. Grant who helped with the Form III debaters.

But we had won, and we were glad, Mrs. Val Slotyory

There was movement at Loreto,

Another team had too.

For the word had passed around,

One had lost but that was fine

That the boys from Xavier, Kew, were coming down.

Else the boys would've gone home blue.

Their purpose was debating,

Caroline O'Shea

Their intention was to win,

Julia Barham

THE CREEPER

But the girls' idea was different

Nicola Morris

The creeper starts as a little plant,

For they meant to do them in!

And slowly grows up towards its goal.

The audience was expectant -

Slowly but surely it climbs the trees,

The knees were knocking fast.

Like a child it climbs to see the sky.

Team members exchanged scared glances,

The creeper is a sign, a sign of new life,

The time had come at last!

As it crawls and covers the scars on trees -

Our chairyoman gave an intro,

The scars from an earlier life

Our bellringer gave a chime

It hides the wrinkles of old age

I stood up very slowly

As it strives up higher towards its goal.

For now the turn was mine!

But the creeper will also, someday, grow old, And it willleave behind its mark on the world, Young creepers will grow over the old Spreading new life as the old once did. Jacqui Ryan Form III

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L. Wilden, J. Davies, S. Bray, L. Collaridi, H. Gray, L. Mullaty, K. Edwards

Centre Row (L to R)

C. Fagan, K. Wrigley, E. Magee, S. Curran, M. Pinsent, A. M. Williams, L. Reed

Front Row (L to R):

G. Byrnes, M. Bailey, C. Raftis, L. Gunther, A. Regan, C. Jaeggi, M. Pitt

C. Ralph, J. Clark, C. Poole

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S. Garretty, J. Mortimer, A. Landrigan, S. Cameron, N. Long, C. Bailey, L. Tarrant

Centre Row (L to R):

K. Kloester, R. Johnston, M. Gaynor, M. Clancy, E. MacDonald, C. Walsh, J. Hess,

Front Row (L to R):

J. Roach, L. King, D. Kafentzis, C. Lucy, A. Kudlicki, S. Danckert, K. Mooney

Absent:

S. Ahearn, M. L. Coperchini

R. Fagan

MARY

During first term in Religion, we discussed Mary and what she meant to us in 1979. We said that she is real and that she knows what it is to be human. We found that she

is approachable and that it is often easier to come to God through her. She had courage to face difficulties in her life. We said she understood other women, we found she is

gentle and calm, above the normal woman. Mary is the example for our life. We have really discovered that Mary sums up for us what a perfect woman should be. This is the challenge we face in our modern world. Sarah Lunn Form III Red

OUR FORM THREES Sr. Patricia Lohan

Mrs. Elisabeth Andrews

We are two councillors of form three

And we love them as you see

They listen intently as we speak

WHO IS GOD TO ME

During our'assembly once a week.

God is everlasting life

Full of ideas, ready to partake,

friendship

As successful as the soup they make.

Somebody I can confide in,

Little angels of pure innocence

my troubles,

But we know through our experience

hatreds,

That their antics are more daring

depressions.

Than the tales that they're sharing.

God makes me try at things and not give up He is reassuring strength

As the year grows close to an end

We will never forget our new found friends.

Someone I can always trust

We're hoping you will remember us too

But most of all God is

Because we will always remember you.

LOVE.

Fiona Poletti Form III Red

Gabrielle Nix, Leonie Brown, Form VI

FORM THREE IN SEARCH OF FREEDOM

The small bird flies swiftly down the corridor, 1ts small mind is filled with fear and anxiety for it is trapped in a man made ·prison o f glass

Happiness an infinite love

It cannot comprehend this material,

to be shared with all.

but on the other side of it lies freedom,

Life is a mystery

and his home.

which continues to change,

He lands the full weight of his body against the glass,

A battle we must fight together

but cannot make contact with his outside world,

To unite in all we say and do. I sit and think

Once more the bird flies towards the glass, but the sudden overpowering force proves too much

- the hassles that I bear

and with agonizing pain,

And the love I do not share.

He falls to the ground; neck broken. How much like man this bird seems,

Karen Murphy, Form III

In his bid for freedom he ruins the things precious to him.

Miss Theresa O'Shea

Unlike this small, helpless bird, man is trying to escape from a self-made prison, But his tools have made it strong,

ANZAC DAY 1979

And soon enough, he too falls, hopes broken

It is only one day in the year

and dreams shattered.

Caithlin Murray Form III

We remember the men

Who were just faces in pictures, But in hearts were loved ones.

A smile is a symbol of love, Love is a sign of real life, Life is an object of God's creation,

Every man was a someone With a mind and soul, Their loyalty to their country was

So smile and you will be alive in God's world forever.

Clearer than their reason for war.

Amen.

Happy are those who believe

Now these men march in line, But we only see the proud men

for they already know the intensity of God's love.

We don't see the broken men.

Madeline Fogarty Form III Red

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Back Row (L to R):

P. Brady, M. Fogarty, S. Mott, J. Barham, S. O'Donnell, A. Tait, B. Cooke

Centre Row (L to R):

A. O'Dwyer, M. Soekotjo, M. Riordan, E. Mcpherson, C. Listukiewicz, E. Waishe, C. O'Shea, J. Tarrant, N. Morris, F. Poletti

Front Row (L to R):

A. Oxley, L. Whelan, D. Hurley, S. Lunn, M. Brittain, S. Dickenson, M. Shield

FORM FOUR POEMS

The trauma of writing a poem The room is packed with quietness The stagnance of thinking But the cogwheels of the brains can be heard

THE DEATH OF MY TOOTHPASTE

Once white and creamy, Thick and flowing,

Turning amidst the silence of trying to express

Proud to sit on the end of my brush, With bristles high and straight standing, Awaiting the call of my mouth.

Blue inked lines travel in symmetrical

an emotion.

proportional, horizontal tracks. Across the rectangular wooden pulp that

The china bowl shining and glistening, Catching the foaming bubbles,

is my stationary stationery. Repetitive lines scrawled over in forced labour,

Running from my mouth,

boring me, and all else who see them. Shaaron Dalton, Form IV

Flowing down the gliding surface. Now the tube all distorted

And bent out of proportion My lumpy, hard moras of paste Dreading the touch of my brush, With bristles bent and uneven, And residue embedded between the cracks.

Now my tasteless bubbles Drop painfully, Into a bowl of death.

The black ring whitens, As the slush, plunders down the sides

And dies down the rusty drain. Tanya Kenna, Form IV

Mrs. Janice Carpenter

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L-R Top Row: K. Wallis, J. Coates, M. Carrington, C. Woodley, K. McKinna, J. O'Shaughnessy, A. Hicks 3rd Row: M. Chipp, C. Langlands, S. Dalton, E. Kelly, L. Zaccari, K. Fagan, K. Mulchahy 2nd Row:

M, L. Bailey, B. Allumura, J. Borack, P. Savage, J. Waters, P. Grogan, P. Mortensen, C. Allen, M. O'Connor

Front Row:

G. Miles, S. Cronin, V. Hayes, C. Parkes, C. McConnachie, A. Steiner, S. Grinblat

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THE FOURTH FORM RETREAT

THE BROKEN SWING

The school bell rang at 3.45, just as the school bell rings at 3.45 every other Friday but for some o f Fourth Form

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DANCING CLASS

Gazing back. blazing tones, Feeling happy, running fast, Peaceful home is always harmless.

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class was in a state of hysterical excitement, as our fifst dancing class approached.

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No-one knew what to expect but we could not wait to find ourselves in the arms of those St. Kevin's boys! Then, a minor disaster struck - it poured with rain! We arrived

at St. Kevins and our beautiful hair, so carefully arranged,

POMPADOR

was dripping wet; all traces of perfume were washed away.

The morning air was crisp and sweet

But our excitement and enthusiasm were not daunted.

As it always is on the mountain.

Every Friday we eagerly awaited our dancing lessons where we learnt the Cha-Cha, the Quickstep, the Modern

The dew,

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Waltz and many others. Our efforts culminated at the Social where our skills were put to test. The eventual

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winners were, Daniella Brunelli, Phillipa Grogan, Loreta Petraitis and Suzanne Elford, respectively.

Disguising her demanding, snobby face With an angelic smile,

Kathy Garrety Form IV

Was soaking up the rays from the newly risen ball of'firey sun.

Her frostbitten paws stretched before her Each fragment of hair

Patterned with gleaming sunlight Colours of orange, white and as black as night. E. Wales

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REACHING OUT

A shallow smile followed anger

Sr. Ruth Winship

And she held out her hand.

I saw through her, Only briefly,

CHAMPAGNE

And saw hate in her face.

POP, goes the cork, tiny bubbles rush for a breath of air. Through the slender neck is poured the frothy, bubbly liquid.

She hated me... silently... And in that minute I saw a hate so intense

That I shrank away from her outstretched hand. And then, I thought that I should love, So I pul out my hand,

Never ending.

When she smiled

I see people, I see red lips consuming the delightful concoction. I see happy faces, I see people who love life.

I felt the sun break through. Vicki Hayes Form IV

And then it ends

And another bottle is taken from the shelf. K. Fagan

FORM FOUR THE FLOWERS

It's gone for ever,

Carefully twisted and arranged, Into magical and wondrous design, So lovingly watched and admired,

And now only memories Are left.

So hard to imagine, Yet so hard to accept,

Its beauty exists for only a few short days, Until its very life and incentive to live, Is drowned in a sea of colourless liquid,

To him it was nothing, To be concerned about, I wonder how he feels,

In which it is placed for beautiful intentions, But thoughtlessly murdered,

The truth he dare not shout,

For all its loveliness.

My heart feels, A piece missing and

Kathy Garretty, Form IV

Is never to be Found. THE FIZZ IN MY COKE

Somehow I feel no anger,

The tilted bottle spewed birth to the embryonic gas,

Towards this male, Who broke and kicked me, To the ground. I don t th nk he realizes, And he probably never will,

Ejaculating the liquid foam; Life released the enzymes of death, As they writhed in dying ecstacy. Fizzle, Fizzle

Mrs. Rachel Haskell

How COULD one imagine, Of the hurt, feel deep down inside,

The fluid froth foamed and fought Fought the chilling air, who,

He would not have a,

Breathed evaporation over,

Second breath

The dying bubbles.

For my feelng or my pride.

Fizzle.

I find it hard to understand, How one could be so cold, Maybe he never not'ced that, I treasured it like gold.

And with one final surge of strength "The real thing" gave new meanng to "Coke adds life:'...

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L. Ley J. Dale A. Gill'gan E. Kelly A. M. Comerford A. McK'nnon H. Rabl

2nd Row:

M. Angl's G. Buckley C. Garretty M. Reed J. Rigby P. Cosgr'ff J. Munster, B. Scammel G. Ors-n

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L-R Top Row: D. Magree, C. Long, M. Felley, A. Ley, M. R. Tighe, K. Winship, P. Mudd, D. Quin, L. O'Leary Middle Row:

K. Rocke, M. deCastella, C. Griffiths, G. Robinson, L. Skehan, L. Shara, M. Panos,

Front Row:

L. Doquile, K. Neal, J. Murphy, K. Blanden, J. Cameron, S. Briguglio, G. Costigan.

G. Seabrook, F. Brittain.

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Mr. Peter Marks

GOLDEN SHADOWS OF THE PAST

Dusk came down on a gentle night,

To shroud the world in grey, Man in his lonely house by the sea, Welcomed the end of a bleak winters day. He barred the door then stood at the windo W,

Intending to shut out the light of the day. But he found himself staring far out to sea, Reliving glories long passed away.

SOMEWHERE BETWEEN YESTERDAY

He stood mighty and tall on the wooden deck,

AND TOMORROW

In the phantom days of old. The bitter spray in vain lashed the cheek, Of one who was strong and upright and bold.

Memories can be beautiful...

Looking behind on the faint past But life is too brief to dwell on yesterday... Death is too near to fret what the future holds, Live for the present and revolve on the wheel of now,

His eyes grew misty as memory stirred, They shone as they looked out to sea.

For friendship and glory, hope and love,

For somewhere between yesterday and tomorrow is

Are linked in his heart with the sea.

today!

Genevieve Howse, Form V

Theresa MeGee, Form V Red

FORM FIVE LIFE

BLUE BIRD

What is life?

The flash of blue,

Without you it is nothing,

With a russet breast,

When you walked away from me that day, it was as if a

Finds a hollow tree

part of me went too.

For a nest.

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A part that only you could share,

A part that did not belong to me, but rather

Corinne Grossly, Form V

belonged to you.

For I am not only myself but rather I am you too, Now you are gone and some of me has gone, In a way it is beautiful that it has left me,

For it did not belong in my body but rather in yours. I have, I feel, some compensation in you leaving me,

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For I know that wherever you go, I go too, Because that small part of me is with you, It is not with you for a short time but rather

A task of horror faces me

Sr. Elizabeth Donnan

I must sort out the lot.

Purple round the yellow looped

for eternity.

Green around the red.

My love for you is eternal, like a stream that never

Patience is deserting me

ceases to flow,

A stream that babbles and laughs, gurgling,

and soon it w'll be spent. Agitat on building up 'Till I am fairly mad, Brow 's wr'nkled, teeth are clenched,

along the way,

Now, it is sad though for soon that stream will reach the sea.

And it will be here that it 's lost

In truth th's task is bad.

Lost not on my behalf, but rather on yours, For they say that one and one make love,

I'm desperate. I throw all down. It rolls along the floor

I do not wat to pick 't up

And without you that love is lost, My life is lost, without you.

I walk straight out the door. L'z Featherstonhaugh, Form V

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Sitting alone,

THE NATURAL THINGS OF LIFE

Surrounded by fear,

In the slence of night,

Each second that passes,

A star shnes for all one's wishes.

Her future comes near. That child is included

In the grey uncertainty o f dusk A feather floats with the breeze for Hope.

In alllife's plans,

In the fresh dew of sunrise,

While I grow older,

A rose with droplets for true happiness.

She shall become a woman

In the brilliance of sunset

The eyes of this child, That sits unaware,

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At the age of six

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She shows no fear

Corinne Cressly Form V Blue Mrs. Alison Miller

Of what she shall become, And what is so very near.

As always, my friend did grow,

I want this child, a strange r to me,

And lost all integrity,

To hold her hand, and sho w her what I see.

She knew what it was like

This beautiful child, not ye :t eroded by time,

To be happy and free.

I want to tell her about tt ie clocks and their chimes -

Hence corruption came as a blow.

And about the life, that was once mine

As I said she did grow, to all of sixteen,

So before she ages, throui gh the dimensions of life

Then sat down to write these memories,

I want to say one thing!

You have to see -

(Not only to her) but to a 11 the children

How she thought she grew too fast!

And their next of kin,

But the saddest part of this little ape's past,

'That the beautiful things can conquer the bad,

Is as it happens she is no other,

I f they try very hard!"

Than me!

Simone Hannigan, Form V

FORM FIVE ALLIANCE FRANCAISE

THE FORM V CHRISTIAN LIVING CAMP

On the 6th May, some fifth form French students went to the Alliance Francaise building in North Melbourne for

Mitcham Hills was one of the venues for this year's Christian Living Camp with Xavier College. Approximately seventy students attended the camp along with

the second Cafe Theatre. It was an authentic reproduction of a French cafe one would see along the 'Champs Elysee'. The programme included singing, dancing, and sketches

about eight adults. Those days will be long remembered by both teachers and students alike.

(all in French of course). During the performance the audience was served a French supper and wine. The evening was very enjoyable and proved most successful.

The theme for this year's camp was that of communication, a very appropriate theme since in this day and age communication seems to have fallen into a rut, not only between people, but between ourselves and God. Personally, I have never questioned exactly what communication is, but rather have accepted it to be talking

Margie Hurley, Simonette Varrenti

to another person. Communication, however, came to me

in many other ways during those days away, and I am sure that they will not be forgotten quickly. Communication through non-verbal qualities, touch, action, gestures, meditation and many other things. One of the most important lessons that I think was gained from the camp was that of an incredible type of trust which we can, if we wish, place in another person to help us along on our way towards eternal life. This type of trust came very much to the forefront in our amusing but very fruitful trust walk. Confronted with the idea of a Christian Living Camp one generally immediately takes the viewpoint of a very regimented three days of prayer and reconciliation. The three days were spent very much in prayer and reconciliation with God, yet the atmosphere in which these activities were experienced was relaxed, and yet very

reverent. The Eucharist was celebrated twice during our stay at the camp and each was very different from the

other. The first mass was organised by the students and the second by Fr. Durser and the team. Although the two were totally different they both performed the desired wish to unite us closer to our Lord.

Unnoticed and disregarded, stands the clump.

Another extremely interesting exercise in which we participated while we were away were the meditation sessions. These sessions were enjoyed immensely by all in that they gave us a total awareness of all that surrounds us, both people, nature and ourselves, our movements and

Upright and sturdy, silent and stationary,

even our breathing. This time of meditation gave us a great

Shrouded underneath Russian red,

opportunity to recollect on all of the different activities that had united us as a group over the three days. The camp carried out its aims to its greatest capacity in that we came away generally with a totally new concept of what communication is and how through different aspects of communication we can get that little bit closer to others

THE CLUMP

Patterned with vertically carved piping, Lies the hollow cylindrical body. Surmounted by a beret of black,

Which rises towards a stumpy pinnacle. Symmetrically perfect,

The outline is disturbed only by 'stick out' metallic ears. Faithful protector of discarded possessions,

around us and to God.

Tolerance and acceptance of one another were highlighted during our days away in that we had to,work as

Commonly known as the rubbish bin.

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a group rather than as individuals. We had to clean

together, wash dishes together and generally be together continually.

From what has been said since our return from our days

DRIFTER

away, it generally appears that all those who joined

All alone, Like an island in the middle of nowhere, A staring piece, A laughing stock, With nothing,

together as a group enjoyed themselves immensely. The

camp not only united us more closely as a group but rather united us closer with our Lord, through our prayers, thoughts and actions. Katie Rocke, Form V

No-one, No reason to live.

FORM V PRAYER WEEKEND

But why should we worry?

I came on this weekend to find something, someone or possibly even myself. Tlle camp at Blairgowrie was very

He has no emotion.

successful because I reached a deeper understanding of others and I was able to appreciate them. We were involved in many discussions which made me more aware of others' feelings and my own. It was a very worthwhile and happy weekend for teachers and students alike.

He lost it in a sleezy pub in a lonely Country town,

A common sight among his type. Yes, He is a drifter.

Lou McCracken, Form V

Melissa Murray, Form V Red

FORM 6 COUNCILLORS

Sue Hanrahan

Helen Edwards

School Captain

Vice-Captain

A CONCISE HISTORY OF OUR YEARS AT SCHOOL

by Sue Hanrahan - School Captain

I was faced with the task of compressing 13 years of incidents and fun and hope that this will suffice as a comprehensive record of our school life from 1967-1979.

The predominant memories from kindergarten days involve boys, clean fingernails and handkerchiefs and inaccessible play equipment. Mother Aloysius effectively trained us to be the kinder's after-school answering service and occasionally we hear

the echoes of "Good afternoon and for whom are you calling?" and sigh for lost etiquette. Grade One passed as an endless succession of multicoloured Lisa Brophy

alphabet charts and excursions to the zoo but as Joanne Grogan so aptly said - "Grade One? - gee that was a long time ago!" However, Grade Two has a nice mingling of social and religious memories. After sharing first communion and confession, the

boys and girls tearfully separated and moved on. Third grade was an exciting era: writing, our first Mission Concert and Sister

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Elastics, skippy and painful stumbles on the asphalt bring Grade Four to mind, along with Miss Hill's speech lessons, unorthodox detentions and a class full of orthodontal equipment. In 1972, we returned to school to be confronted by the

replacement of the front lawn by a ploughed field; the grotto, the gully and the massive pine trees had all disappeared. It was at our presentation of a slightly shortened version of "A Wizard of Oz" that Jenni Cooke emerged as an aspiring Judy Garland (later to be Leonie Browne

superseded by Sue Height).

Two changes occurred at the beginning of Grade Six: Sister Margaret and Sister Jane arrived to take charge of Junior and

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Senior Schools respectively. Our ever popular teacher, Mrs. Marron read us "The Hobbit" with great rapidity. The Mission Concert provided sixth grade with a perfect opportunity to shine - their obvious talent helped to make it one of the best productions of the Junior School. But undisputedly, our overnight excursion to Grantulla was "the event of the year:' After a wild €V

two days in the heart of the beautiful downtown Sherbrook Forest we came back ready for anything! ! In 1974, we apprehensively entered the Senior School and the huge onslaught of "newies" broke us into three classes instead of

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inspired by "Happy Days:' It was also Centenary Year and Mandeville was hostess for the first Loreto Music Camp. Our limited political knowledge was thrown into turmoil by the diverse opinions of Miss Howard and Mrs. Dowd on the sacking of the Whitlam Government.

Form Three was our year of fun and quickly passed as we watched a large assortment of teachers come and go. Then, after many years without making contact we were propelled into St. Kevin's hall for dancing instruction in the first half of Form Four. In the Progressive Barn Dance a few old second grade classmates were re-discovered. Wednesday Programme was highly acclaimed by all and gave us a chance to broaden our skills in new areas. We presented another production of "The Wizard of Oz'; slightly more successful than the last. Our camp at Somers gave us yet

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FORM SIX

Virginia Blake

Mary Bartley

Melissa Antonie

Catriona Brennan

Claire Brennan

Form Five hit us like a whirlwind and we did not stop going all year. The tennis-a-thon finally took place and the new library encouraged more study (and noise). Wednesday programme brought about the productions of "Our Town'; "Bendigo or Bust" and "Pirates of Penzance" We had much to do with two ,

schools that were crammed with gorgeous hunks! "Pygmalion" was produced at St. Kevin's with the girls stealing the show and a Xavier/Mandeville retreat was organised. The latter packed us off in two groups, one to Clivedon and the other to Mitcham Hills -

needless to say it was a great success, although perhaps on a more social than spiritual level. We were excited to participate in the Form Five and Six Social at the Dorchester. In third term we

voted for councillors and sports captains and after our exams we sadly wished good luck to those who had decided against

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endeavouring to matric.

We have now reached the height of our education - matric.

The compensation of having survived these years of trauma is the Common Room which accommodates our weary bodies and provides us with a gossip centre. We have had our blazer pockets embroidered with "Form Six - 1979': Our spiritual needs have

been catered for in a retreat to Macedon, "Stranger" camps and Marriage Encounter. The most exciting and gala event of the year was the Form V and VI dinner dance at Dennis House. N&52

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Jenny Hunt

We have been around for a long time and done a lot of growing up together. Looking back - the teachers we have trained, the nervous fits we have provoked, the rooms we have re-decorated, the rise and fall of Toorakanrooin, the oval and everything else has helped me to see just how good our school life has been. Next year we will have gone, but hopefully memories will linger on.

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Irene Haas

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THE FINAL DEFEAT

In a dark musty corner

With much effort his torpid body Slowly moves to a stooped standing position

Of an old attic He crouches

His back is hunched

And groans softly.

He leans heavily against the wall.

Shivering, sweating, Gasping for every breath,

A gentle, faded beam of light

Looking beyond reality The lucid swirls of rich colour.

Shines through the bars of the smal window The side of his face is caught in the soft light

His mind, inert,

He sways his heavy head

Succumbs to a power

Noises, lights, spinning around in his brain Fleeting thoughts he can no longer comprehend Equilibrium of reality has been removed.

From a battered street lantern

Over-ruling all self will,

Its pieces shattered. He tries to stand

He groans a deep coarse groan

Edging his boney shoulder

And sinks to the attic floor

Up against the wall

A crumbled heap motionless in an old dark attic

All synthesis seem dislocated.

The Final Defeat.

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It cannot be ignored, But it can be explored;

That including preparatory, this is year thirteen, Yes or no, through it we have been, Never to be repeated that way again, Only the memories remain. Ivy Ch u

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FORM SIX

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M chele Leonard

Clare Longmire

Lisa McArthur

Suz' Lynch

NOW, GIRLS .

Like every other Form Six class that has ever passed through a school, we are the form which seems remote from the others. Perhaps it is the pressure of H.S.C. or suggestions of maturity that makes the sixth formers react as they do. Whatever the cause, it may safely be said that no other form is like sixth. r?ft

The oddities of a form six student range from sport fanaticism (a disease which leads to athlete's foot) or common room tea and coffee addiction (resulting in severe cases of insomnia). At lunch time the sixth formers are scattered all over the school - and

further. The sporting people bound out of the common room, cradling acute indigestion, to be harassed by teachers or cheered Ruth Telfer

by captains.

H.S.C. tension is released by ball-bashing; the netball people attempt to wind each other; the hockey players aim hockey balls at shins; while the volleyball visciously aim to hit their opponents;

other students remain warm and cosy (?) in the common room. Their cries reach the point of hysteria as they relate the latest weekend antics.

The common room is well used and well loved. It's comfy chairs have been the soothing force of the year. Many matrics are seen sinking into their 'Genoa velvet' covers, fighting desperately against anger and depression or hiding from teachers who are in search of absconders. These chairs, which stand solidly at various 4

intervals around the common room are also witness to the larks of some adventurous sixth formers. Records have been broken and

rebroken as they try to fit the maximum number of people into Karen Treloar

one of these majestic specimens.

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L'sa Taylor

Anne Taylor

Cathy Sheehan

Helen Shortell

Sara Seally

FORM SIX

Jennifer McCarthy

Marie Mckeon

Virginia MeNally

Cathy MacKinnon

Jane Malady

Whether humanities or science students we all have two subjects in common, English and Religion. Religion classes this year have certainly been an experience ! By the end o f second term all

students were proficient in the art of non-verbal communication (having been encountered by marriage encounter people) and there is a hope that third term will be quieter, as a result.

This hope will probably not be realised because, as happened in the two previous terms, there will be a number of events to which all form six look forward and about which they spend their idle hours talking. First term witnessed boy friends and the fifth and sixth form social. An event preceeded by gossip about what to wear and who to take. Second term talk revolved around conflicts

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resulting from social activities, the St. Kevin's Ball, the Xavier

Ball, failing exams and boyfriends. With such stimulating conversation one can hardly imagine the Common Room being a silent retreat. As the saying goes "One flew east, one flew west, One flew over the cuckoo's nest:'

It has been a busy year, but fun. I'm sure we hope that everyone else who delves into the wonders of H.S.C. enjoys the company of their classmates as much as we have.

Gabrielle McKinnon, Form VI

"Nobody can be so amusingly arrogant as a young

person who has just discovered an old idea he thinks is his own:'

Patricia Molloy

Sydney Harris, 1917- (still going strong)

Frances Ryan

Amanda Ring

Cathy Pahlow

Helen O'Dea

Amanda Moon

FORM SIX THE ROLE OF WOMEN TODAY - STILL ANYONE'S GUESS

Western society experienced enormous social change during the defiant years of the 60's. Conflict over the Vietnamese war provided an articulate prelude to the explosion of the Women's Liberation Movement, one of the most extensive expressions of anger and bitterness over society's attitudes to women's rights since the sufragette campaigns at the turn of the century. After the frenetic activity of those turbulent years, the 70's appeared calm and controlled. As the new decade opened, the truly liberated

woman emerged: cool, assured, a completely fulfilled human being - or so the lingering feminists told us. Graciously granted legal equality, bra-burning ceased (it was now considered passe), and we liberated women settled back into a life of carefully

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watchful independence.

For the new-found equality of the sexes did require careful watching: the problent was not so much the men, who continually forgot our new status, but the women who had been bystanders in the earlier struggle, and who now seemed willing to sink back into a distressing state which was little advanced from the original. It seemed that they did not want to be liberated - a most perplexing problem for the feminists who were still proclaining the advantages of their advocated lifestyle.

It is only now that anyone is daring to suggest that perhaps we are not so much liberated as confused. According to the feminists, 4

any woman who remained at home to care for husband and children was meant to feel cheated and unfulfilled, having been

denied the opportunity to lead an interesting life in the competitive work force. If the choice was hers, then she was made to feel not only dull, dreary, and boring, but also guilty for not having had more drive and ambition. The suggestion today is that women should be allowed to assert their right to be anything they

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desire: homemaker, dedicated career woman, or a moderate

combination of both. An ideal goal which, if achieved, would make woman undoubtedly the most privileged members of our community - few other people can today claim such freedom. Not surprisingly, men recognize the privileged attitude of this new aim, and are now protesting their own rights. Women have supposedly risen from the shadow of suppression, to stand up and stridently shout "I am Woman . . . I can do anything:' Men

protest that they themselves are not permitted this totally free choice between family and career, and they wish to have this sexual inequality recognized. Will men's liberation be The Cause

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ofthe 80's?

We are at present in the backlash of the forward thrust of the 60's, a jumbled, confused mess of roles and rights. Women supposedly happy with their substantial achievements, are now discovering a new discontent with their lot: men appear restless and unsatisfied with the traditional roles with which they are burdened. Perhaps we shall see a swing toward male domestication and female dominance! Whichever way the result lies, it is unlikely that there will be a universally joyful acceptance

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FORM SIX MISCELLANEOUS

Just a few things that need a mention. Firstly, the old forgotten school bus, their drivers and mostly the bus girls. There are two rival routes - the Kew and the Outback (Ivanhoe, North Balwyn

and Bulleen) and these have been running for so long it was inevitable that sooner or later they'd receive comment in the school magazine.

I'd like to say that we bus girls are marvellous. On the whole

(and on the bus) we're a quiet and self-sacrificing lot and on the Outback bus at least we've developed a real loving community.

Nothing much ever happens on the bus that you'd call exciting. There are the daily de fiances of red lights and regular late runs. Sometimes there's a little antagonism between the seniors ( who try to keep uncertain order) and the younger forms.

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A comment once made which is no doubt true - "Those

matrics think they are so good:' Mrs. Anouk Smetana

Secondly, the councillors - dearly loved by one and all, seen

lurking behind bathroom doors and parading down at the tram stop adorned with hats and polished badges. Religiously we visit

our own particular classes once a week (and sometimes more than once, much to their dismay). The story of the councillors sometimes seems very dismal, but our energetic Captain and ViceCaptain provide periodic boosts to our morale. We haven't succeeded in abolishing hats or smoking or developed school spirit to the extent we'd hoped, but none the less

we've made our mark and been there in full (if not loud) support. Thirdly, I think the Fifth and Sixth Form social requires some

remark. After worrying about dresses, tables, tickets and partners (sometimes called "boys"), all first term, was it worth it? Do we remember it with a twinge of embarrassment or pleasure. The answer speaks for itself. For those who weren't there, imagine 10,000 squashed toes, waving feathers, poisonous food, Miss Patricia Ryan

throbbing headaches and pulsating crowd of hysterical idiots (teachers, students and partners). All in all, it was a memorable, hilarious night (as far as we can remember). Phillipa McMahon, Form VI

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I love my school, I love it dearly, With a heart that is open and speaking sincerely, For ten years I've been here, my future I've sown, And the love that's within me has certainly grown.

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SPORT TENNIS

FENCING

Tennis has been a notable sport at Loreto this year. The season opened the first week we returned in 1979. The new

The popularity of fencing is growing each year and this

year is no exception. The fencing salle, now completely

renovated, provides the fencers with an enthusiastic

Inter-School fixture proved very popular. We spent one

officially opened.

Final was held at Royal South Yarra. We all enjoyed playing tennis in a friendly and happy atmosphere. The Senior VIII also competed in several matches after school

day playing ten schools in a round robin and the Grand

atmosphere to train in. Later on the fencing salle will be This year, for the first time, Melbourne will be hosting

the World Fencing Championships. Mandeville will be

which were quite successful.

graced with a visit by the French team, who are world renowned for their fencing prowess. On this occasion our

Several enthusiasts are playing V.C.L.T.A, tennis on

new salle will be officially opened.

Sunday mornings. Meanwhile in the younger forms tennis is also proving very popular with tennis ladders in progress. With many talented players competing the future

tournament in which the Jack Schaefer Shield was

looks extremely promising.

In appreciation of Mr. Schaefer's work on the salle earlier this year, the school held an invitation fencing

Susie Lynch, Tennis Captain Leanne Miller, Tennis Vice-Captain

presented to the winner of the open section. Hopefully, there will be many more tournaments to come and fencing will continue to develop as a sport within the school. Linda Goltz, Fencing Captain

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most unpredictable, mainly because of the school's involvement in various new activities.

The new competitions in Athletics, Netball (Form VI), Softball and Swimming offered us a challenge and a renewal of team spirit. The standards in these competitions were very good and showed the tremendous ability and sportsmanship of many of the girls involved in each team. Hopefully these competitions will be kept on in future years and Mandeville will be as successful.

One of the most rewarding aspects of being Sports Captain is the variety of sports with which I am involved and the girls I have been able to get to know through involvement. Because I don't specialise in just one aspect of sport, I am able to be involved in a variety of sports all year round, which is great.

Special thanks to Mrs. Schaefer and the Physical Education Department for making my year really enjoyable and for whose help and support I am most

grateful. Lisa Brophy, Sports Captain

Miss Joanne Henke Mrs. Patricia Schaefer Miss Kathy Downey Mrs. Donna Mortimer

Mrs. Judy Whitney

BASKETBALL

Basketball this year has grown to include the

participation of Forms III to VI. Great enthusiasm has been shown and despite the occasional "Jezza" and tame rugby tackle, great skill and talent is being cultivated. Thanks especially to the help of Mr. Crowe, who has kindly given his free time to fostering basketball within the

RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES

This year it was decided to break away from traditional sport and introduce the Form Fives to recreational activities. The intention has been to encourage girls to

participate in activities outside school and make full use of

school.

Term Two has generally been associated with the

the many sporting centres around Melbourne. Squash,

training of Forms III and IV, who are new to the game, in the hope that they will carry basketball on in years to

bowling, skating, gym and fitness, trampolining, iceskating and rowing have all been offered and whilst some have been purely recreational, others have been developed to a competitive level. The rowers for example, competed in a regatta on Albert Park Lake and defeated Kilmaire and Siena to win a splendid trophy. The gym and fitness and trampolining groups use the facilities at Brendan Edwards; including the eucalyptus

come.

The seniors are looking forward to a game against

Lauriston and the more competitive staff/matric match. I have enj oyed my year as Captain and wish Mandeville every success in this department of sport for the future. Ruth Telfer, Basketball Captain

sauna which is a most welcome relaxation at the end of

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Once again Mulhall House regained the Shield at the Inter-House sports. The weather was superb, the contest very close and the sw'mmers retained their zest throughout the afternoon. Helen Gray won the Hollywood award for the Champion Swimmer and Patrice Savage narrowly defeated Vanessa Feakes for the title of Champion Diver.

The Loreto Mandeville Invitat'on Athletics meeting was held for the first time on 6th May, 1979 at the Duncan

McKinnon Oval, Murrumbeena. Seven colleges and grammar schools were invited: Morongo C.E.G.G.S., Shelford C.E.G.G.S., St. Cather'ne's Toorak College, Tintern C.E.G.G.S., St. Margaret's and Ballarat and

A small squad represented the school at the All Schools

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Competition. All teams were successful and graduated to

Most of these schools are recognised for attaining a high

the finals. Two Junior teams won silver and bronze

athletic standard, so the Mandeville team dedicated a lot of time towards physical f'mess and specialised training for

medallions.

The fine weather gave every girl the opportun'ty to compete at her best. There were many good ind vidual achievements, but, once again, the circular relays were outstanding, and this gave Mandeville 'the edge over the

With a new approach to swimming this year we have entered the V.A.S.A. Inter-School competition. The swimming team has been reformed and many new enthusiasts have joined the ranks of the swimmers. With added interest throughout the school we look forward to Mandeville holding a place in the inter-school

other seven schools.

sw'mming for years to come.

individual events.

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DIVING

A very popular sport at Mandeville reached a high standard this year due to the many entries in the Inter-

House Swimming Carnival. Patrice Savage was declared the Champion Diver and many junior competitors showed promise for the future. The Loreto Diving team entered the Victorian Championships. The team is Vanessa Feakes. Sue Kiernan, Nicola Morris, Erin Magee, Gabrielle Howard and Megan Tauro. Physical Education Department -I

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softball in many ways.

Loreto's senior softball team joined the Royal Park Softball Association and played every Saturday in first term. Due to the Association and consistent training our standard lifted considerably. We were extremely successful in reaching the Grand Final at Royal Park in the U/17 Grade, for our first year in outside competition. Special softball uniforms were acquired by the girls in the Loreto school colours of royal blue and gold.

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Front Row: S. Lynch, C. Pahlow, C. Quin, H. Edwards NETBALL

Softball has aroused great enthusiasm in the younger

forms too, mainly through the very happy and zestful

The Catholic Netball Association matches, which take

inter-house competition.

place on Saturdays, has been in full flight once again this

I am sure the softball standard will continue to improve,

year, but only for Forms IV and V.

and I hope 1980 will result in an even better softball

This year, the Form VI team has formed their own Netball Association and play every Tuesday night at

season.

Pauline Wallis - Softball Captain

Loreto. The schools competing are Kildara, Shelford, Melbourne Girls Grammar, Carey, Strathcona and Loreto. This competition has been extremely successful

and it seems that all teams have enjoyed playing. Once again the Victorian Netball Championships are being held in August. Form VI have entered a team and have hopes that we will graduate to the finals. All forms, from Forms I to V have been playing InerHouse netball and this, as always, has been a lot of fun. Several inter-school matches have also been played, especially by Forms I, II and III; and as the lower forms are not eligible to play Association matches they enjoy the

Squash is played at "Squashways" in High Street, Malvern, where ten pin bowling is also offered. Both of these pastimes have many centres around Melbourne, so girls who have enjoyed the introduction to these activities

should have no difficulty in furthering their interest. Ice skating is another activity which is readily accessible. Jo Henke took a group of twenty girls to the Saint Moritz

rink and all of these girls can now stand unaided on the ice

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which is no mean accomplishment. Initially the thought of transporting ninety Form Fives to five different centres was rather daunting, but the result has been most worthwhile and, we hope, has been enjoyed

Overall, I wish everyone interested in this great sport the best of luck for the coming year. VOLLEYBALL

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Catherine Quin, Netball Captain

We have had great fun playing volleyball this year. Proof lies in the number of girls constantly seen on the volleyball courts. We eMjoyed getting to know players

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from other forms and I hope in future years the number playing this energetic game will increase. The growing enthusiasm Mrs. Whitney has instilled in us will certainly help.

Gabrielle McKinnon

Volleyball Captain.

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At the recent Performing Arts Display the gymnastic

team gave an exhibition of Mat sequence, Balance Beam, Vaulting and Tumbling. Although somewhat lacking in space on the stage, it was a delight to see some of our skilful performers. Vanessa Feakes, a member of the Victorian Gymnastics Team, was winner of the Open Section. Rosemary Hass won the junior section and close runner-up was Danielle Shield.

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M. Leonard, L. Watson, F. Ryan, S. Hanrahan, J. Cooke

Front Row: K. Hobson, K. Treloar, A. Taylor, J. Purbrick, L. Hayes HOCKEY

1 This year's hockey season began with greater enthusiasm

than has been apparent in past years. The introduction of P inter-house hockey matches was met with a great response

j from both senior and junior teams. These inter-house matches proved to be excellent practice for our inter-

school matches, the results of which showed a great improvement in the overall hockey standard. Despite this improvement, the matric team was soundly defeated by the staff, with the score being 2-0! Watch out next year staff! Due to encouragement from Donna

Mortimer, hockey has become a much stronger sport in the school. 9%*93%..%>3%

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the Form Four and Form Five students performed their skills, groups of "interested" bodies collected outside the windows, only to be told, "it was delicious, sorry, none left:'

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IN MEMORIAM LISA PAYLICH

December 9, 1959-December 31, 1978 R.I.P. Student at Mandeville, 1968-1977 Lisa was a girl who was popular in every circle she moved in and who had the rare ability to put everyone around at their ease. Her intelligence was higher than

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In Memoriam: Lisa Pavlich

We also offer our sympathy to the families of the following who died during this year...

Mr. James Tierney, father of Anne Mr. Edward Dillon, father of Maggie Mr. Jack Downey, father of Cathy Mr. John Corcoran, father of Fiona

Mr. Harold Mighell, father of Georgina Peter Clarke, brother of Brigid.

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