What have they been up to?

Kelvin Crombie | 1974

In 2009, I left Israel after residing there for twenty-five years, primarily in Jerusalem. Three of my daughters had already moved to Perth for their studies, so I decided to relocate as well. Once back in Perth, I established Heritage Resources with a focus on researching and writing about topics related to Israel, the Jewish people, and the Middle East including Australia’s military role in the region.

My work entails considerable time overseas researching and speaking. My career highlights

Trenton Harris | 1974

I’m semi-retired after 40 years in the teaching profession and continue to work in my studio as a practicing artist with several painting exhibitions to date.

I married Michelle Brennan in 1991 and we live in the hills of Helena Valley. We have two sons aged 30 and 27 who live overseas and in Perth respectively.

Michael Levitt | 1974

I graduated from UWA as a doctor and went on to train in Australia and England as a General and Colorectal Surgeon. I’ve been a part-time hospital manager for over 25 years, and I even spent time as WA’s Chief Medical Officer. That sounds much more influential than it proved to be. I resigned after three years.

I am a Director St John of God Health Care and a Clinician Member of the Medical Board of WA. I remain in clinical practice but currently spend the majority of my week as a Medical Co-Director at

Bill Pearce | 1974

After leaving Scotch I travelled Australia, New Zealand and Indonesia surfing and exploring. Upon my return I married my wife Debbie at the Scotch Chapel in 1979. Our family has since grown to include three boys and four grandchildren.

My professional path began in the building industry, but in 1985 I transitioned to Bunnings. Over the course of thirty years, I climbed the ranks from Branch Manager to roles such as Northern Territory

Richard Tweedie | 1984

My work as a Machinery Engineer has allowed my wife Wendy and I to live and work in various locations, both overseas and in Australia, returning regularly to Perth to visit family and friends (and the beach!).

Currently based in Brisvegas, in 2020 I took up the guitar, and am rocking bowling clubs with our band The Basementalists. I’m also sharpening my include book launches and presentations in both our national Parliament and the House of Lords. I delivered the historical presentation at Beersheba for the 100th anniversary of the charge of the Light Horse in 2017 and delivered the Balfour-Beersheba presentation in the Royal Albert Hall the same year. school woodworking skills, learning to make my own acoustic guitar at a Luthier. I hope to make it back to Perth for our Forty Year reunion!

I am presently researching the plight of the Jewish Christians during the Holocaust, and apart from work, I enjoy time with wife Lexie, my four daughters and nine grandchildren.

My other interests include film making, drama, music, podcasting, and the Fringe Festival.

I’m still a passionate Swan Districts supporter!

Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital. In early 2023, I was honoured at my appointment as a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) for services to medical administration and professional bodies.

I have been married to Carolyn for 42 years, have three adult children and three grandchildren. I continue to be an active volunteer inside the Perth Jewish Community. I have had a number of books published, both fiction and non-fiction. Australian fine art is my wicked pleasure.

Manager, WA/NT Area Manager, and eventually WA State Operations Manager, culminating as Business Development Manager for Northern Australia until my retirement in 2015.

Upon retiring, we settled permanently in our home in Busselton, and are enjoying the lifestyle which still includes surfing, fishing, Vets cricket and walking football with the Eagles southwest team.