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Seeking FOG archival material
Friends of Grammar (FOG) has been instrumental in building the strong School community we have today.
The term Friends of Grammar came into first use in 1977, but it was an evolution of the first parent groups – Grammar Mothers, Friends of Grimwade and Friends of Wadhurst – which were established in the 1950s.
Over the years, FOG has organised a remarkable array of functions and activities. Moreover, they have provided a warm and welcoming atmosphere for both FOG members, and guests at their events. The group is an example of a remarkable and unbroken legacy of voluntary service to the School. CAN YOU HELP? We aim to celebrate the rich contribution FOG has made to Melbourne Grammar School next year, but our archival material is a little thin.
We are seeking archival objects relating to FOG and its predecessors. We are also interested in hearing from past members and other people with stories to tell about their memories of FOG.
Tell us your story
What do you remember most from your time in FOG? Please email your recollections to mgs@mgs.vic.edu.au
Share your photos and objects
Do you have any FOG related material you are willing to share with the School Archives? We would like to build up our collection, particularly in relation to pre-2000 years. Items we would welcome include: • Minutes from meetings • Event programs, invitations, posters • Photos from events, functions, meetings (high resolution scan preferred) • Merchandise
Paper-based items and photos can be copied and returned to the owner if so desired. For further information and to provide objects contact: Luisa Moscato School Archivist Melbourne Grammar School 355 St Kilda Road Melbourne 3004 Victoria +61 3 9865 7658 lamoscato@mgs.vic.edu.au
with Ita Buttrose
Australian of the Year 2013 in the stunning Myer Mural Hall
OBITUARIES
The School has learnt of the following recent deaths in our community. We extend our sympathy to their families and friends.
Allen, D W (OM 1952) Arcaro, E A (OM 2021) Anderson, D G E (OM 1953) Brown, J I (OM 1961) Carre-Riddell, J W (OM 1944) Clark, C G (OM 1940) Cust, M P (OM 1967) Cuming, J A (OM 1930) Gale, D P (OM 1947) Gaylard, J M J, (OM 1959) Hammond, R R (OM 1963) Hancock, J S (OM 1956) Hogg, L Q (OM 1958) Jackson, N A (1957) Jenkins, A S (OM 1966) Jukes, D W N (OM 1957) Kennedy, K W (OM 1958) Markov, A (OM 1940) Mercer, J W (OM 1949) Nettlefold, C A R (OM 1955) O’Neill AO, H A (OM 1950) Phillips, G L (OM 1954) Porter, B M (Past Staff) Read, R M (OM 1962) Richards, P W (OM 1951) Righetti, J N (OM 1957) Ross-Soden, J D (OM 1942) Stephens, C J (OM 1952) Street, A A (OM 1944) Teh, J A (OM 1973) Trumble, A A G (OM 1981) Upjohn OAM, J W McK (OM 1947) Warburton, P M (OM 1962) Wischer, J D E (OM 1947)
Obituaries 2010 to present
A full list of obituaries from 2010 is available at
news.mgs.vic.edu.au Do you have an obituary to report?
Please contact us if you are aware of a death in the Melbourne Grammar School community. mgs@mgs.vic.edu.au
Valedictory celebrations in 2023
After two years of interruption to many of our School events, it was wonderful to celebrate the contribution our Class of 2022 has made to the School through our traditional valedictory activities this year.
Students, parents and staff enjoyed a Valedictory Dinner at the MCG on Saturday 15 October, with the student reflections being a highlight of the night. A Valedictory breakfast, Eucharist, Guard of Honour, School Assembly and Ceremony were all held on Thursday 20 October.
The Class of 2022 has consistently demonstrated enthusiasm and passion for reconnecting their fellow students with the traditions, events and activities which make the School so special throughout this year so the reestablishment of these events was particularly fitting for them.
We say farewell to 207 dazzling young men and wish you well on your path ahead, wherever that shall take you.
1 October 2021 to 30 September 2022
If Mr Crawford were still alive today, I’d definitely have to shake his hand and give him a massive hug, because he’s genuinely changed my life. And hopefully, by setting me on a different path, I’ll be able to affect others positively as well.
0liver Martin
2022 Vice-Captain of the School
The Winter Irving Crawford Scholarship was established through a bequest from the late Gavin Crawford (OM 1956). Gavin was a member of the Witherby Tower Society. The Scholarship offers boarding and tuition support for a boarding student, preferably from an agricultural/farming background. The title of the Scholarship honours Mr Crawford’s father and step-grandfather. Listen to Oliver say more about the impact of the Winter Irving Crawford Scholarship
