Receiving this scholarship has been lifechanging for me. It’s not just about the money; it’s about the empowerment, opportunities, and the chance to make the most of my College experience.
The Annual Philanthropy Report is prepared each year by the Advancement Team.
Editor: Hannah Atwell
Photographers: Matthew Duchesne
PHILANTHROPY AT ST ANDREW’S IN 2023
We are immensely grateful for every alum, parent, and friend of St Andrew’s College who generously contributed last year. Find out what Giving in 2023 looked like for our community.
03 Philanthropy at St Andrew’s
04 Giving Report 2023: Enabling Access to St Andrew’s
06 Impact of Giving: The Thyne Reid Link Building 10 Bequests: 1867 Circle
14 1867 Circle: Leaving a Legacy, Derek Cassidy QC 16 2023 Scholarship Recipients List
20 Impact of Giving: The Halliday Rural & Regional Scholarship
24 2023 Benefactors
26 Impact of Giving: The Indigenous Scholarship Program
28 Impact of Giving: The Displaced Students Trust Scholarships
30 2023 Foundation Members List
34 Impact of Giving: The Vielun Pastoral Company Rural Scholarship
38 We invite you to join The Highlander Club
40 5 Minutes with a Highlander: Jeremy Hoffmann
42 SAC Foundation Investment Report
44 5 Minutes with the Chair: Niall Cairns
46 Support St Andrew’s: Ways To Give
RECOGNISING A COLLECTIVE EFFORT
We take this opportunity to celebrate and recognise the incredible support of the College community, which helped us realise the Thyne Reid Link Building and mark the end of our campaign.
VIELUN PASTORAL COMPANY RURAL SCHOLARSHIP
We share the motivations behind establishing the Indigenous Scholarship Program and how it has grown. Find out how it has assisting three of our current scholarship recipients.
Read the story behind the Broinowskis family’s gift to establish a new rural and regional scholarship, and meet the 2023 recipient, Archie Craig.
We are so grateful to all of our benefactors and volunteers who gave to the College in 2023. With your help, we reached our campaign goal of $7M to enable access to Andrew’s!
– Niall Cairns, Chair of the Foundation
PHILANTHROPY AT ST ANDREW’S
Thank you to all of our generous benefactors and volunteers who gave to the College in 2023. With your help, we reached and then surpassed our goal of raising $7M to enable access to Andrew’s!
WE EXTEND OUR HEARTFELT GRATITUDE to the 600+ alums, parents, and friends of St Andrew’s College whose generous contributions have propelled us toward our campaign goal. This edition of the Annual Philanthropy Report is a testament to the profound impact of their giving over the past seven years.
In 2023, our community raised over $891,000, a remarkable achievement made possible by the support of 223 individuals, couples, and families. This remarkable generosity ensures that more deserving students will have the opportunity to pursue their dreams in 2024.
Central to our identity at St Andrew’s College is our commitment to providing a home away from home for rural and regional students. We are pleased to share the stories of the Halliday and Broinowski families, who are providing lifechanging opportunities for students from these communities through the scholarships they provide on pages 20 and 34.
The Indigenous Student Scholarship Fund, established in 2009 by a dedicated group of Andrew’s alums, continues to grow in impact thanks to continued support. In this report, three of the current scholarship recipients share how this support has transformed their lives on page 26.
We are profoundly grateful for all the benefactors who contribute to our Means-Tested Scholarship funds via Annual Giving and establish named scholarships. These initiatives allow students who would otherwise not afford it, to join our community at St Andrew’s.
In the past year, several significant gifts have also been made by individuals and families to support the upgrade of our buildings, including notable donations from Charn Sophonpanich (Fr 1961) and parents Dennis Milin and Louise Dobson, supporting projects such as the Main Building Bedroom refurbishment.
Having concluded the Accessing Andrew’s Campaign, we took a moment to reflect on the contributions made to the Thyne Reid Link Building, which has been transformational for our community over the past four years. Read about the collective effort on pages 6-9.
Bequests are a vital part of the College’s history and will shape our future. On page 14 we honour the late Derek Cassidy QC (Fr 1950) for his legacy gift to the St Andrew’s College Rural & Regional Scholarship Fund and welcome new members, such as Warren Kinston, who shares his story with us on page 12.
Our sincere thanks go to the long-serving Foundation Directors, Andrew Murray AM, Charlie Taylor, Russell Bye, Randall Powell, Bob Stitt, along with new Directors, Wayne Erickson, Niall Cairns, Louise Clegg, Ali Broinowski and retired Director Mitchell Taylor, for their exceptional stewardship of the Foundation in 2023. We also express our gratitude to the Director of Advancement, Hannah Atwell, and her team, for their continued enthusiasm and dedication to delivering our Alumni & Community Engagement and Philanthropy programs.
To our community, we offer our sincerest thanks for your unwavering commitment to the success of our current and future students and the College as a whole. Your generosity is making a significant difference, and we eagerly anticipate continuing this journey together.
SASHA JAMES (KOVIC) NIALL CAIRNS Chair of Council Chair of the Foundation
ENABLING ACCESS TO ST ANDREW’S
In 2023, giving continued to go from strength to strength. Together, we have raised over $890,000 in new gifts and pledges and surpassed our multi-year campaign goal to raise $7M for the Thyne Reid Link Building and our Scholarships Program!
A RECORD NUMBER OF 223 alumni, current and past parents, staff, and friends made gifts this past year—a 20% increase from previous years! We are immensely proud to collaborate with such a generous and passionate community.
At St Andrew’s College, our focus is on people. Without our students, we would cease to exist. In 2023, our community directed its support toward students, with over $726,000 in gifts and pledges dedicated to scholarships. This enabled 59 students to receive wholly benefactorfunded scholarships, including three newly established named scholarships and six renewed scholarships. We extend our deepest gratitude to the Stening Family, the Displaced Students Trust, the PF Foundation, the Wines Family Charitable Trust, the Blair Caffrey Foundation, the Plaskitt Family, Adam Casselden SC, and the Mostyn Family Foundation for their trust and significant ongoing support.
Through our Annual Giving appeal, 87 individuals and families contributed
to raise $69,571 for means-tested scholarships. These scholarships assist students from rural and regional Australia, those from government schools, and students of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds. Additionally, we raised over $40,000 to establish the Wayne Erickson Scholarship for Government School Students, with hopes of further growth in the future.
While scholarships remain a core focus of our Philanthropy Program, enhancing our buildings and facilities is equally vital to providing students with the best college experience. Many parents made voluntary building fund donations throughout the year, allowing us to continue with ongoing building maintenance across the campus. We also received over $150,000 in support of the Main Building Bedrooms Refurbishment Project and an additional $40,000 to kick-start our JCR Upgrade. Both projects are crucial to ensuring St Andrew’s College remains a vibrant and comfortable home away from home for all our students.
We extend our sincere thanks to each and every donor for their generosity. We also want to acknowledge the invaluable support of those in our community who generously gave their time to assist the Advancement team and the College. Whether it was being a guest speaker, part of a professional development night panel, a Reunion Captain rounding up fresher mates, or volunteering to help organize a regional reunion in Australia or overseas, your contributions are truly appreciated.
Lastly, we express our gratitude to the Council, The Foundation Board of Management, the 1867 Circle Committees, the Alumni Society, and Young Alumni Committees for their invaluable advice and leadership throughout 2023.
HANNAH ATWELL Director of Advancement Executive Officer, SAC Foundation
THE THYNE REID LINK BUILDING: RECOGNISING A COLLECTIVE EFFORT
Having now concluded our $7m Accessing Andrew’s Campaign, we celebrate one of its most prominent achievements, the Thyne Reid Link Building, which was completed in 2020. Through the generous contributions and collaborative spirit of alumni, parents, staff and friends of Andrew’s, this project has significantly enhanced the College’s facilities and enriched the student experience, creating a vibrant and inclusive environment. We recognise the profound impact of their generosity, which has transformed our College and the lives of our students.
THE OPENING CEREMONY of the Thyne Reid Link Building on March 6, 2021 (delayed a year by COVID-19), marked a significant milestone in the 150-year history of St Andrew’s College. It also presented an opportunity to welcome everyone who had supported the project to College and to see the finished result of their efforts. Her Excellency, the Honourable Margaret Beazley AC KC, the Governor of New South Wales, officially opened the Thyne Reid Link Building, and Gadigal Elder Allen Madden performed the Welcome to Country.
Four years later, the impact of this initiative remains profound:
• More than 250 residents have benefited from the 85 new bedrooms.
• The gym continues to be a hub of activity for all students.
• The tutorial rooms are used 24/7.
• The soundproof music rooms are welcome spaces for students to practice at any hour. Reflecting on these achievements, we celebrate the support that made it all possible.
The Taylor Gym
Former Chair of Council, Charlie Taylor (Fr 1982, SS 1985), helped lead the way for the Thyne Reid Link (TRL), making a gift early on towards the establishment of the new Gym in the TRL. This state-of-the-art facility, intended for both elite athletes and everyday users, is a significant upgrade from the previous gym located across the oval in Angus Hall. Equipped with a wide range of weight and cardio machines, as well as a dedicated studio space for small group sessions, rehearsals, stretching, and circuit training, the Taylor Gym offers enhanced accessibility and convenience to our students, positioning it as a central hub for fitness and wellbeing activity on campus. The College and Students’ Club continues to add new equipment to the gym each year as the space and needs of the students evolve.
The Kenyon Common Room
the St Andrew’s College Alumni Society contributed $50,000 towards the fit-out of the Common Room and Kitchen space, ensuring it meets the specific needs of the Students’ Club.
Senior Students’ Corridor Fund
The Senior Students’ corridor was an idea proposed and backed by a number of Senior Students who were in leadership positions on the College Council, Alumni Society, Foundation and Students’ Club at the time, including Campbell Hanan (Fr 1989), Charlie Taylor (Fr 1982, SS 1984), Alex Rhydderch (Fr 1994, SS 1997), Andrew Murray (Fr 1961, SS 1966) and Susannah Cooke (Fr 2016, SS 2018). The Senior Students’ Corridor Appeal aimed to support the construction of the 14 new bedrooms in the new top-floor of the Reid Building as part of the Thyne Reid Link development. Thanks to the collective effort and donations from 24 past Senior Students, six bedrooms were able to be fully funded in the newly added level of the Reid Building, which is now aptly named The Senior Students’ Corridor.
The bedrooms are each generously sized and have their own ensuite bathroom. Half of the rooms on the corridor provide residents with magnificent views of the city skyline while the other half have view of the Glen and new First Nations Garden, as well as the Main Building. These are highly sought after rooms in the Students’ Club Room Draw for later year students.
1959 Freshers’ Appeal
Alumnus David Kenyon (Fr 1975) and The Kenyon Foundation generously supported the establishment of the Kenyon Common Room through a significant philanthropic gift pledged over multiple years. This space, serving as the student hub for this section of the College, features three tutorial rooms, four music rehearsal rooms, a kitchenette, and a spacious, multipurpose foyer. In addition to The Kenyon’s gift,
Two members of the 1959 fresher year group, Robert ‘Hori’ Wines, former Chairman of the St Andrew’s College Foundation, and Robert ‘Bob’ Stitt, a current Director of the Foundation Board of Management, spearheaded the 1959 Freshers’ Appeal. Their aim was to rally enough support from their peers to fund an entire bedroom in the Thyne Reid Link Building. With contributions from 13 individuals from their year group, they successfully reached their $50,000 target. In lasting recognition of their efforts, a room is dedicated in their name. The 1959 Freshers, who still gather annually for reunions, earnestly hope that many more students will have the opportunity to forge enduring friendships at St Andrew’s, just as they did.
1. Mikhaela Lirantzis (Fr 2021) and Lucinda Stening (Fr 2021) in one of the new Thyne Reid Link apartments
2. The Thyne Reid Link Building Opening Ceremony
The Ryan Family Music Room
One of the four dedicated rehearsal rooms situated within the Kenyon Common Room, The Ryan Family Music Room, was donated with thanks to Justin and Joanna Ryan (past parents) of the Ryan Family Foundation. Their contribution enables our students to practice and rehearse in a stateof-the-art soundproof music room right here at their home away from home. Furthermore, within the Ryan Family Music Room sits a beautiful Thalburg piano for our students to use, which was kindly gifted to the College by Dr Philip Marchant (Fr 1943).
Thank You for More Spaces for More Students
More than 150 years ago, collective fundraising efforts made it possible to lay the foundations for St Andrew’s College, and it is that generosity of spirit that continues to shape our future. Just as in our founding years, the combined contributions of many towards the Thyne Reid Link Building have had a profound impact by creating more spaces for more students to access and experience College and university in Sydney.
Throughout the Accessing Andrew’s Campaign, 80 individuals, couples and families contributed over $1.7M towards the Thyne Reid Link Building, either through Annual Giving or with significant, one-off gifts and pledges. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to each and every one of our community who gave to this project and recognise that their collective generosity has been instrumental in the continued growth and success of St Andrew’s College and the residential experience of our students.
We acknowledge those whose significant contributions funded an entire bedroom
Room 401 - The Taylor Room
Donated by Charlie Taylor (Fr 1982, SS 1985)
Room 402 - The William Porges OAM Room
Donated by Andrew Murray AM (Fr 1961 SS 1966)
Room 403 - The Jackman Room
Donated by Xander Jackman (Fr 2014)
Room 404 - The Hanan Room
Donated by Penny & Campbell Hanan (Fr 1989)
Room 405 - The Wines Family Room
Donated by Lian & Andrew Wines (Fr 1988, SS 1991)
Room 406 - Taylor Room
Donated by Angus Taylor (Fr 1986, SS 1989) & Louise Clegg
Room 630 - The Jackman Room
Donated by the Jackman Family
Room 637 - The Celtic Room
Donated by Laura & Russell McKinnon (Councillor) and Andrew Murray AM (Fr 1961)
Room 640 - The Happy Days Room
Donated by Peter Taylor (Fr 1955)
Room 642 - The Iona Room
Donated by Ken Neale (Fr 1961) & Hamish Dalziell (Fr 1961)
Room 643 - The Subscribers of 1868
Donated by Mark Burrows AO (Fr 1962)
Room 644 - The 1959 Freshers’ Room
Donated by the Freshers of 1959
Room 645 - The Buildcorp Room
Donated by the Sukkar Family
1. Students in a TRL Tutorial Room
2. Wayne Erickson points out the Recognition Board in the Senior Students’ Corridor
3. View of the spacious Kenyon Common Room, donated by The Kenyon Foundation
4. Students in the Ryan Family Music Room, with the Thalberg Piano donated by Philip Marchant (Fr 1943)
5. Residents on the balcony of their new room of the Thyne Reid Link Building
6. Terence Beed, David Frazer AM, Reingard Porges & William Porges OAM (SAC Principal 1999-2008) in the Bill Porges OAM Room
7. Laura and Russell McKinnon at the Thyne Reid Link Opening Ceremony
8. Students exercising in the Taylor Gym
1867 CIRCLE
Thank you to all of our 1867 Circle members for your ongoing support. We look forward to welcoming you to the annual 1867 Circle Lunch later in 2024.
THE 1867 CIRCLE (previously the Dick Spann Circle) was established to celebrate and acknowledge those alumni, parents and friends of the College who bequeath a part of their estate to further the aims and objectives of the College in our development of present and future students.
Our 1867 Circle Members are invited to special events throughout the year, including the 1867 Circle Lunch (pictured); an exclusive annual event where attendees hear from guest speakers, receive updates on the College’s accomplishments and future plans, and are entertained with musical performances from some of our talented students. It is a wonderful way to stay in touch with the College whilst also connecting with like-minded St Andrew’s alumni, parents and friends.
Those who leave a bequest to the College are automatically eligible to join the 1867 Circle in recognition of your support. We value your commitment to St Andrew’s College, and want the opportunity to thank you in person for being a part of our future.
Many of our significant gifts have come from legacies, and a bequest can help support many areas of St Andrew’s College. Gifts have enabled the College to achieve outstanding success in the past, and will continue to create incredible opportunities in the future.
2023 Annual Lunch
ON FRIDAY 13 OCTOBER, we had the honour of hosting the 1867 Circle Annual Lunch. The celebratory event was held in the Erickson Room, where members and guests sat down to a delicious threecourse lunch. Musical performances by talented students Georgia Zhang (Fr 2023) and Anna Browne (Fr 2023), followed by the always-popular St Andrew’s College Boys’ Choir, entertained guests throughout the afternoon.
1867 Circle Members
David Anstice AO (Fr 1966)
Reginald Baillie (Fr 1927)*
Roderick Balfour (Fr 1959)*
Geoffrey Bernays (Fr 1946)*
Clifford Blake AO (Fr 1962)
John Hanks (Fr 1943)*
Ian Harper AM (Fr 1950)*
Stephen Higgs AM (Fr 1967)
Don Jamieson (Fr 1954)
Arthur Johnson (Fr 1957)
Boyd Johnson (Fr 1946)*
Peter Kemp (Fr 1983)
Ross MacPherson (Fr 1975)
James Mactier (Fr 1987)
Philip Marchant (Fr 1943)
James McIntyre RFD (Fr 1963)
Fiona McQueen (Friend)
Paul & Sue McShane (Friends)
Max Menzies (Fr 1965)
Andrew Murray AM (Fr 1961)
Stuart Niven (Fr 1984)
Nick Palethorpe (Fr 1963)
Andrew Pauza (Fr 1985)
Peter Plaskitt (Fr 1958)
The luncheon featured an engaging Q&A session moderated by Chair of Council Sasha James (Kovic) (Fr 2005), with Principal Dr Rob Leach. This was a welcome opportunity to hear an update on the College’s accomplishments and plans from the Bird, as well as ask questions from the floor.
The 1867 Circle Lunch serves as a wonderful opportunity for members and friends to reconnect and engage in lively conversations with both current students and staff. Looking ahead, the College plans to host the next lunch on Friday, 18 October 2024.
Invitations will be sent out well in advance of the event, so please make sure to keep an eye out for them!
James Body (Fr 1990)
Mark Burrows AO (Fr 1962)
Niall Cairns (Fr 1981)
Nick Carson (Fr 1959)*
Robert Carter (Fr 1990)
Derek Cassidy QC (Fr 1950)*
Geoff Cohen (Fr 1967)
Colin Davidson OAM (Fr 1954)
John Elston (Fr 1951)*
Wayne Erickson (Former Principal)
Neil Ericksson (Fr 1992)
Frank Fisher (Fr 1950)
Martin Rathbone (Fr 1959)
Andrew Scott (Fr 1951)
John Sergeant (Fr 1983)
Andrew Shelley (Fr 1988)
Gavin Souter AO (Fr 1946)
Olaf Spence (Fr 1929)*
Bob Stitt KC (Fr 1959)
Hugh Taylor (Fr 1947)*
Charlie Taylor (Fr 1982)
Dick Tooth OAM RFD (Fr 1948)*
Peter Wilkinson (Fr 1960)
Bob Wines (Fr 1959)
Tom Yim (Fr 1966)
*members who are now deceased.
If you would like more information about becoming a member of the 1867 Circle, or to have a confidential discussion about leaving a bequest, please get in contact with a member 1867 Circle Committee or the Director of Advancement:
Hannah Atwell: +61 2 9565 7303 or advancement@standrewscollege.edu.au
The 1867 Circle Committee comprises: Niall Cairns, Andrew Murray AM, Robert Stitt KC and Nick Palethorpe.
WELCOMING OUR NEWEST MEMBER: WARREN KINSTON
Warren Kinston (Fr 1963) pursued studies in science and medicine at the University of Sydney while residing at St Andrew’s. Following his graduation, Warren attained remarkable success across various fields, establishing himself as a scientist, physician, psychoanalyst, management consultant, systems thinker and entrepreneur.
WE WERE HONOURED WHEN Warren became a member of the 1867 Circle in 2023, expressing his commitment to leave a gift to the College in his will. We spoke to Warren to learn what has motivated him throughout his journey and what inspires him today:
Warren, what made you choose to live at St Andrew’s rather than anywhere else at the time?
My family home was in Brisbane and I wanted to live in a community setting and be fully involved with University activities. I investigated several Colleges and St Andrew’s stood out as the best – for me at least – although I cannot recall my criteria.
What is your favourite memory from your time at College as a student?
I particularly enjoyed developing the College Wine Club with a small committee from my year, including Michael Armstrong (Fr 1963) and Neville Whan (Fr 1963). We negotiated with wholesalers, visited vineyards, and planned dinners. Wine with dinner was not just for the Valedictory evening or other special occasions – it was a weekly event everyone enjoyed. I was sorry to hear that this initiative had fallen into desuetude.
How did living at St Andrew’s contribute to your University experience?
Communal life in the College allowed me to get much closer to students in other faculties. Also, being on campus meant I was always late for morning lectures.
What motivated your move to London, and how did your time at the Maudsley Hospital and your postgraduate studies in psychiatry and psychoanalysis inform your professional journey?
When I left Australia, it was a cultural backwater, much as Donald Horne described it – desperately needing the Whitlam reforms and the big changes that subsequently emerged. Postgraduate studies in London revolved around my drive to understand people and how we could create organisations fit for people to work in and societies fit for people to live in. I had opportunities in the UK to meet people, learn, and experiment, which would likely never have arisen in Australia. Nevertheless, once I believed I had something solid to offer Australia, I kept trying to return home to participate in the re-birth. It seemed that life had other plans, torpedoing opportunities as they arose.
You have achieved remarkable success in your research and career; is there a specific accomplishment or innovation you are especially proud of?
Science has enabled us to master the material world but has not effectively enabled us to handle our psychosocial or value-laden experiential world. Over the past 50 years, I believe I have progressively identified, tested, and successfully applied deep structures that underpin and determine personal functioning. I call this discovery the Taxonomy of Human Elements in Endeavour (THEE). THEE is akin to the periodic table of chemical elements, and its architecture seems to be validated by the neurobiological discoveries of Jaak Panksepp. While THEE may be a paradigm that humanity desperately needs, especially now that societies worldwide are suffering from irrational disintegrative forces, the mental reorientation to take it seriously runs counter to academic fashions and seems to be too much for people. Nevertheless, I keep striving to discover more and to communicate as best I can.
You are recognised as pioneering the notion and practice of ‘ethical design’. How has this approach influenced and guided you personally and professionally?
In understanding how we function, it became apparent that values guide everything we do. However, these values are often latent and unnoticed. In many cases, they were more like assumptions about the way the world worked. I found that if I helped people facing problems or challenges see their own implicit assumptions, then they could spontaneously and autonomously modify their understanding, which then led to better choices for themselves, their outfit and often wider society. I should add that I had plenty of experiences struggling to uncover my own hidden assumptions. From this work, the discoveries leading to THEE progressively emerged.
What advice would you give current students and young professionals who aspire to follow a similar path or make a meaningful impact in their respective fields?
Each should create their own path. In general, people need to reflect constantly on what is important in life and beware of the present Zeitgeist, which is full of seductive but misleading pressures. Habit, expedience and ‘what everyone else does’ are also dangerous as guides to action.
You recently became a member of the 1867 Circle, having indicated that you have left a bequest to the College. Could you share why you chose to do this and why you think bequests are important?
An alumnus-friend asked me to do this not long after I returned to Australia, and it seemed like the right thing to do. St Andrew’s needs funds beyond the fees of its students so it can continue to be the sort of place we can all be proud of.
As a supporter of the College and an alumnus, what advice would you give to others considering making a gift or leaving a bequest?
Do it.
1. (L-R) Bob Wines, Sally Stitt, Robert Stitt KC, and Warren Kinston at the 2023 1867 Circle Lunch
Former Councillor and 1867 Circle Member Derek Ian Cassidy QC (Fr 1950) left an indelible impact on St Andrew’s, both during his time as a student and in the years following. His gift to the College by way of a bequest will have a meaningful impact on rural and regional students for many years to come.
Derek entered St Andrew’s in 1950, matriculating from The Scots College to study Arts, and Law. He literally threw himself into College life – his Valedictory statement released from the College Archives reveals that he, “Burst upon Andrew’s in 1950 armed with bagpipes, kilt, horn-rimmed glasses, evil-smelling pipe and tobacco”. He played football, golf, tennis and athletics, steered a
College crew, was a great force behind the debating team, and discovered the joys of dramatic performance in College plays.
It was on the dramatic stage where he made perhaps his greatest impact in College, starring in the Revues of 1951 and 1952, at a time when interest in and support for the dramatic arts led to the formation of the College’s Dramatic
Society, or DramSoc as it became known. Derek was a foundation member of the Society, formed at its inaugural meeting in July 1953. He tabled a draft constitution which was accepted by the members present, and so the Society was born. He starred as Dolittle in the Society’s first production, Pygmalion, which was staged in Sydney and Adelaide in 1953 to national acclaim,
1867 CIRCLE
and as the irascible Tony in She Stoops to Conquer in 1954. The College was delighted to welcome Derek back in 2013 to celebrate the 60th anniversary of this much-loved society.
Derek left St Andrew’s in 1954 and was admitted into practice in 1955. He was appointed QC in 1980. He retired from active practice in 2008 at age 77, having completed 53 years at the bar, initially at Selborne Chambers, and then at Latham Chambers after he took silk.
He was the long-standing Chairman of the Medicare Participation Review Committee from 1975-2006, a member of the Serious Offenders Review Board (then Council) from 1990-1996 and President of the Medico-Legal Society of NSW 1980-1982. He was also a former President of the Woollahra branch of the Liberal Party.
Derek was the distinguished author of books on legal practice. In 1996 he co-authored with Evan Lewis, Tenancy Law in New South Wales. He originally co-authored Australian Tenancy Practice and Precedents with Michael Redfern in 1986, and in 2017, his work was rewritten as Australian Tenancy Law and Practice with co-author Brian Ralston.
As recently as 2020, he co-authored an advice on the effect of COVID-19 on retail and residential tenancies in NSW.
Derek married Elaine Hirstman at St. Swithun’s Church, Pymble in 1961. The couple met at a bridge table during a blizzard that stopped all skiing in Thredbo, and they shared a life-long interest in bridge until Elaine’s death in 2014. Derek is survived by daughters Edwena and Belinda, grandchildren Jennifer, Edward and Rosie, and greatgrandchildren Lucy, Ella, Jock and Audrey. Rosie is now following in Derek’s footsteps to College, arriving as a fresher in 2024.
Derek was elected to the College Council in 1971 and served until 1997. He was elected Chairman in 1985-1986 and was an important source of professional advice in all of the College’s intricate negotiations with the Presbyterian Church and the University in repealing and replacing the St Andrew’s College’s founding Act of NSW Parliament in 1998. His legal experience was also invaluable in providing support to College officers in dealing fairly with incidences of serious misconduct. It is worth noting that Derek was a staunch supporter and an influential advocate for the
The College was never far from his thoughts for most of Derek’s adult life. He was a member of the College Foundation and in 2016 became a member of the 1867 Circle, having decided to leave a gift in his Will to the College. Former Principal, Wayne Erickson and Director of Advancement, Hannah Atwell, were delighted to be able to catch up with him at the 2022 Orange Reunion Dinner with his daughter Belinda.
Derek’s bequest in support of the St Andrew’s College Rural & Regional Scholarship Fund will not only impact the lives of individual students but also enrich the diversity and community of St Andrew’s College. His generosity will help to create lasting benefits for generations of rural and regional students, enabling them to access a high-quality education in a supportive and inclusive environment. We are profoundly grateful for Derek’s thoughtful contribution and the impact it will bring to our College community.
1. Derek (front left) at the 2022 Orange Reunion Dinner 2. Derek performing in the 1953 DramSoc production
Derek with his daughters, Edwena and Belinda
admission of women into residence in St Andrew’s.
2023 SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS’ LIST
Thanks to the generosity of past and present benefactors, the following students were awarded named scholarships in 2023.
20 Years of Undergraduate Women Scholarship
Established in 2022 as part of the anniversary of twenty years of undergraduate women at St Andrew’s College. This scholarship is awarded to a female student of merit with financial need to meet the College fees.
MAYA LEVIN
Aeronautical Engineering - 1st Year
Adam Casselden SC Scholarship
Established in 2020 by Adam Casselden SC (Fr 1990) to assist a Government School student with financial need from rural and regional Australia.
ISABELLE RICHARDSON
Diagnostic Radiography - 1st Year
Amanda Mostyn Women in STEM Scholarship
Established in 2020 with a gift from the Mostyn Family Foundation, to be awarded to a female undergraduate student with financial need, studying a course within the areas of STEM.
ASHLEY HANNA
Aeronautical Engineering - 2nd Year
MAYA LEVIN
Aeronautical Engineering - 1st Year
Bill Caldwell Scholarship
Established in 1998 in memory of an eminent Senior Student Bill Caldwell (Fr 1964). Awarded to a meritorious student at the University of Sydney assessed on academic, extra-curricular (sports and/or cultural) and leadership merit.
ALEXANDER HOSKINSON
Commerce/Law - 6th Year
Blair Scholarship
Established in 2020 by Craig Blair (Fr 1987) & Melanie Caffrey to assist a Government School student with financial need from rural & regional Australia to come to College.
ANNA HUNT
Nursing/Advanced Studies - 2nd Year
Cairns Indigenous Scholarship
Established by Rev Dr Hugh & Hilary Cairns to support an undergraduate Australian Indigenous student from North Australia with financial need to attend College.
DESTINY BATMAN-PERIS
Nursing - 3rd Year
Country Education Foundation Scholarship
Established in 2015 as a collaboration between CEF and St Andrew’s College to assist rural & regional students who, without the scholarship, would
not have the financial means to attend College.
JACKSON AUSTIN
Project Management - 3rd Year
LUCA CHEAL
Design in Interior Architecture - 2nd Year
ANNA HUNT
Nursing/Advanced Studies - 2nd Year
IMOGEN TAYLOR
Education - 1st Year
CALLUM WEARNE
Music (Composition for Creative) – 2nd Year
David Anstice Rural & Regional Scholarship
Established in 2020 by David Anstice AO (Fr 1966) to assist a student with financial need from a rural and regional area for three years. The student will be studying at the University of Sydney and is an all-rounder, capable of adding value to College life.
ELLIOT EARNSHAW
Law/Economics - 4th Year
Displaced Students Trust Scholarship
Established in 2022 to support displaced university students i.e. they are a student who was enrolled, or eligible for enrolment, but has temporarily or permanently enrolled in university because of a crisis. The student will have demonstrated financial need for support to meet the College fees.
ANTONINA BESSONOVA
Commerce - 1st Year
MAKSYM DERLYTSIA
Engineering (Biomedical) - 1st Year
Donald Jamieson Scholarship
Established in 2009 by an alumnus, Donald Jamieson (Fr 1954). Awarded to a student from country NSW, enrolled in either Engineering or Science at the University of Sydney, with regard being
had to their family means and superior secondary school achievement.
JONTY LEES
Mechanical Engineering - 1st Year
Farley-Fonseca Scholarship
Established by friends of the College, Adrian Fonseca & Nancy Reardon-Fonseca, to assist a female undergraduate from New South Wales with need for financial support.
GRACE HYDE
Commerce/Advanced Studies - 2nd Year
ISABELLE TAYLOR
Arts/Law - 2nd Year
Geoffrey White Scholarship for Medicine
Established in 2016 to honour the legacy of highly respected alumnus Geoffrey White (Fr 1970) who was a worldrenowned pioneer in the field of Vascular Surgery.
MIKHAELA LIRANTZIS
Medical Science - 3rd Year
Halliday Rural & Regional Scholarship
Established in 2019 by Alex Halliday (Fr 1965). Awarded to two first year undergraduate students from a rural & regional background who are demonstrated all-rounders and have a capacity and willingness to contribute to College life.
PHOEBE LYNE
Business - 1st Year
GIANRICO WYNN
Accounting - 1st Year
Indigenous Student Scholarships
Established in 2009 by the St Andrew’s College Foundation as a scholarship in fee relief to assist Indigenous students.
EMILY WATTS
Education (HPE) - 3rd Year
LOGAN WILSON
Arts/Law - 1st Year
ELYNE TIGHE
Medicine - 1st Year
MALCOLM WARD
Vet Biology/D of Vet Medicine - 4th Year
CHARLOTTE TREGONNING
Science/Advanced Studies - 2nd Year
SEBASTIAN DARNEY
Exercise/Sports Science - 1st Year
KIAHN LADKIN
Arts/Social Science - 1st Year
SOPHIE OAKESHOTT
Arts (Media & Communications) - 1st Year
James P G Foundation Scholarship
Established by the James P G Foundation, to support one undergraduate resident from New Zealand, studying Engineering at the University of Sydney, with preference for Aeronautical Engineering.
SOPHIA WOOD
Aeronautical Engineering - 2nd Year
Mostyn Family Foundation Scholarship
Established in 2018 with a gift from the Mostyn Family Foundation to be awarded to an undergraduate student demonstrating high academic ability and whose background contributes to the diversity of the student body.
MAX VON APPEN
Construction Project Management - 2nd Year
Nick Carson Prize in Law
Established in memory of Nick Carson (Fr 1959). Awarded to a resident studying at the Sydney Law School, who has maintained a distinction average throughout their degree.
ASHER BREUER
Business/Law - 2nd Year
Plaskitt Family Scholarship
Established in 2017, by the Plaskitt Family as a scholarship in fee relief to assist two students (one from rural NSW, one from New Zealand).
EDWARD ARNOTT
Agricultural Studies - 2nd Year
ANAMIKA MURUGANANTHAN
Commerce/Advanced Studies - 2nd Year
Ralph Salsbury Scholarship
Established in 1998 from the Estate of Professor Stephen Salsbury in memory of his father. Awarded to a student in the Faculty of Engineering.
CHARLIE BURNS
Engineering/Commerce - 3rd Year
Rathbone Scholarship
Established by Martin Rathbone (Fr 1954) and Margot Rathbone to support two undergraduate students, one male and one female, who have a strong interest and demonstrated skill in music.
ANNA BROWNE
Architecture/Environments - 1st Year
CALLUM WEARNE
Music (Composition for Creative) - 2nd Year
Robert Stein Scholarship
Established in 1993 in memory of a former Vice-Principal of the College. Awarded to a Law student at the University of Sydney.
FINN BALL
Economics/Law - 4th Year
SAC Alumni Society Scholarship
Awarded for contribution to the life of the College, with some preference for children of Alumni. Service to the Students’ Club and satisfactory academic achievement are key criteria.
RUBY STITT
Advanced Studies/Arts - 3rd Year
JACK LYNCH
Arts/Law - 3rd Year
ALEXANDER MALOUF
Arts/Advanced Studies - 3rd Year
ADELAIDE TAYLOR
Economics - 3rd Year
HENRY WINES
Commerce/Law - 3rd Year
St Andrew’s College Medal
Awarded to the student for completing 144 credit points with the highest level of academic achievement at University while a resident at St Andrew’s College.
LUCY MAUVIEL
Science/Medicine - 2nd Year
St Andrew’s Rural & Regional Scholarship
Established to support rural and regional Australian (including Norfolk Island) undergraduate residential students attending St Andrew’s College.
GRACE PAPWORTH
Arts/Law - 5th Year
HAMISH TODD
Business - 3rd Year
St Andrew’s Scholars
Established in 2015 by St Andrew’s College Council to support students that have outstanding potential and commitment to become leaders in the College, the University and the wider community.
KOKULAAN SANTHAKUMAR
Medicine - 1st Year
LILY WEBSTER
Science/Advanced Studies - 1st Year
MIRREN FITZGERALD
Medical Science - 1st Year
EMMA WOODCOCK
Engineering/Commerce– 2nd Year
AUSTIN WALLACE
Applied Science - 2nd Year
JAMIE PODMORE TAYLOR
Arts/Law - 2nd Year
JULES VAHL
Arts/Law - 3rd Year
MARI WATKINS
Arts/Law - 3rd Year
ROSIE CHARGE
Medical Science - 3rd Year
FINN BALL
Economics/Law - 4th Year
ONOR NOTTLE
Arts/Law - 4th Year
LACHLAN MARTIN
Commerce/Law - 5th Year
JAMES HASKIS
Engineering/Law - 6th Year
Taylor Scholarships
Established in 2015 by alumnus Charlie Taylor (Fr 1982), to support fourth and fifth year students to develop a project that contributes to College life.
THOMAS CARRARO
Science - 7th Year
OSCAR CHEAL
Business - 4th Year
DIGBY DALTON
Commerce/Advanced Studies - 4th Year
JEREMY ELLIOT
Commerce/Advanced Studies - 4th Year
JACKSON FREDERICKS
Economics/Advanced Studies - 4th Year
ALEXANDER HEINTZ
Commerce/Advanced Studies - 4th Year
PATRICK MAHONY
Commerce/Advanced Studies - 4th Year
MARCUS PETERS
Economics/Advanced Studies - 4th Year
ELIZABETH WOODCOCK
Arts/Law - 4th Years
Thyne Reid E12 Scholarship
Established in 2015 as a combined scholarship between the University of Sydney, the Country Education Foundation and the Thyne Reid Foundation. Awarded to a student from rural or regional Australia.
GRACE MUDGE
Commerce/Law - 3rd Year
Tony Damian Scholarship
Established in 2015 by alumnus Mr Tony Damian (Fr 1990), to support a student from regional Australia.
HUGO FAY
Economics - 1st Year
University of Sydney Sport/SAC Foundation Sport Scholarship
Awarded by the College Foundation in conjunction with Sydney University Sport & Fitness in recognition of exceptional prowess in sport.
OSCAR BEREGI
Engineering - 1st Year
JUDE BLAIR
Arts/Commerce - 1st Year
DARCY CREAGH
Arts/Law - 3rd Year
GEORGIA FICHARDT
Applied Science - 1st Year
TOM GRIMMOND
Commerce - 1st Year
SOFIA HURLEY
Architecture - 1st Year
ANGUS JONES
Commerce - 3rd Year
TYLER KRENKELS
Commerce/Advanced Studies - 2nd Year
FELIX LEAHY
Arts/Science - 1st Year
JACK LYNCH
Arts/Law - 3rd Year
TOM MORRISON
Sports Science - 2nd Year
CONNOR MURPHY
Engineering/Neuroscience - 4th Year
SORITA PHO
Exercise Physiology - 2nd Year
HARRISON PODMORE TAYLOR
Science - 1st Year
LAURA RODERICK
Exercise Physiology/Marketing - 2nd Year
ISAAC RUMBLE
Arts/Advanced Studies - 1st Year
TIMOTHY SEKEL
Arts - 1st Year
HENRY SNYMAN
Commerce - 1st Year
JACKSON STIEL
Commerce - 1st Year
Vielun Pastoral Company Rural Scholarship
Established by a St Andrew’s family to support undergraduate students from rural & regional Australia who have financial need, to experience College and University.
ARCHIE CRAIG
Commerce/Advanced Studies – 2nd Year
White Family Scholarship
Established by the White Family to support one or multiple undergraduate students with demonstrated financial
need and who have a capacity and willingness to contribute to College life.
GEORGINA BEER
Arts/Law - 2nd Year
MIA GLASEL
Nursing - 2nd Year
NICHOLAS JONES
Communications - 3nd Year
Wines Family Medicine Scholarship
Established in 2020 by Lian and Andrew Wines (Fr 1988) to assist a student studying medicine with need for financial support to come to College.
LUCA WYNN
Medicine - 4th Year
WRD Stevenson Scholarship
Established by Mrs Robin Stevenson in 2000 in memory of her husband, Robert Stevenson (Fr 1932). Awarded to assist a Law student.
GRACE MUDGE
Commerce/Law - 3rd Year
JACK LYNCH
Arts/Law - 3rd Year
The Yim Family Foundation Scholarship
Established by the Yim Family Foundation to support students studying at the University of Sydney, who are from rural or regional Australia, come from a Government School and have demonstrated financial need.
GEORGIA ZHANG
Arts/Law - 1st Year
LACHLAN TOWNSEND
Science - 2nd Year
IMPACT OF GIVING
THE HALLIDAY RURAL & REGIONAL SCHOLARSHIP
Alex Halliday (Fr 1965) wanted to do something to give back to others, so in 2019, he established the Halliday Rural & Regional Scholarship to support students from the country to take up educational opportunities in Sydney and attend St Andrew’s College.
ST ANDREW’S ALUMNUS Alex Halliday’s connection to St Andrew’s College is deeply rooted, dating back to the early 1900s when his uncle, John Howell Halliday (Fr 1917) became the first in his family to attend. This legacy continued with Leigh Howell Halliday (Fr 1928), followed by Richard or ‘Dick’ Halliday in the 1950s, and Austin and Hugh Halliday in the 1960s.
Alex joined St Andrew’s in 1965, following in his brother Hugh’s footsteps. Alex’s favourite recollections of his time at College are of the rugby team’s remarkable four-year unbeaten streak from 1965 to 1968. While he has fond memories of the past, he also appreciates the College’s evolution, especially the admission of women, which he views as a significant improvement.
More recently, Alex’s connection with College has been through the Halliday Rural & Regional Scholarship, which has so far supported four students. The Scholarship, a product of Alex’s desire to give back, aims to provide opportunities for young people in need. He was inspired by his own experience of receiving a repatriation scholarship after his father’s passing during his first year at College, which made it possible for him to stay at Andrew’s and continue his university studies, going on to become a successful lawyer after university. It is no surprise that Alex understands and believes in the transformative power of education in shaping individuals and benefiting society at large.
“I thought, what can I do now that I can afford to give back? I was always very keen on the fact that young people who are given opportunities in education, more than anything else, can better themselves, contribute more to society, reach their potential, and hopefully, one day in the future, do something as well to give back.”
The Scholarship’s purpose is clear: to ease the financial burden on students and enable them to reach their full potential, particularly in cases where they would not have had the opportunity otherwise.
The Halliday Foundation’s support extends beyond St Andrew’s College to Yanco Agricultural High School, a government boarding school in Leeton, NSW. Here too, Alex recognises the importance of providing education for rural and regional students and highlighting the need to develop well-educated individuals who can contribute to their communities. He encourages others to support scholarship programs, believing that helping others better themselves is a worthy endeavour.
“It’s pretty simple. If you think you benefited and can afford to do it, do it because you can help someone else. You might not
I thought, what can I do now that I can afford to give back? I was always very keen on the fact that young people who are given opportunities in education, more than anything else, can better themselves, contribute more to society, reach their potential and hopefully, one day in the future, do something as well to give back.
– Alex Halliday
have been the beneficiary of a scholarship yourself, but if you can help someone better themselves and at the same time get the benefit of all of the alternative activities and support that Andrew’s provides (compared to studying at home or another accommodation), that is enormous.”
Through the Halliday Foundation’s Scholarship, Alex, his wife Alison and daughter Matilda have not only had the chance to meet and support individual students but also, in a couple of cases, meet their families, fostering a sense of community and gratitude. He believes in the power of education to transform lives and hopes others will consider joining him in supporting this worthwhile cause.
The Halliday family’s legacy at St Andrew’s College is one of generosity, community, and a commitment to providing education and opportunities for future generations. On the following pages, you can meet the two current recipients of the Halliday Foundation and read how the support has impacted them.
1. Alex with his scholarship recipients, Phoebe and Gian
2. Alex with past recipient, Sophie Hoskins-Murphy and Alison Halliday 2
IMPACT OF GIVING
THE HALLIDAY RURAL & REGIONAL SCHOLARSHIP: PHOEBE LYNE &
GIAN
WYNN
St Andrew’s has become Phoebe and Gian’s home away from home whilst they pursue their academic passions at university.
Phoebe was born and raised on a mixed crop and livestock property in Cootamundra, southwest of Sydney, and is currently undertaking a Bachelor of Business, majoring in Marketing. At the same time, Gian relocated from the family property just outside of Orange in regional NSW to undertake the Bachelor of Accounting Co-op Scholar Program, majoring in Finance and Accounting. Here they reflect on their College experience so far and the impact of the support they have received.
How has 2023 been for you? What did you participate in at College, and what were the highs and lows?
Phoebe: I have absolutely loved my fresher year in 2023 and have immersed myself in every opportunity Drew’s has given me! I was a part of the Women’s Rugby 7s team in Semester 1 and photographed numerous intercollegiate sports on behalf of the College. I particularly enjoy supporting my friends on the sidelines and being a part of such a strong and supportive community.
I have been involved in many College events, such as the Highland Ball, Oktoberfest and Highland Wedding. I tried out for Palladian Art and presented artwork at Drew’s Creative Arts and Ideas Festival. Additionally, I have helped the College’s
Marketing Team with their promotional videos, revisiting my experience with recording.
Gian: College life has been a fantastic experience, to say the least. I have done my absolute best to get as hands-on as possible, involving myself in the House Committee as Fresher Rep, the Palladian Cup for Drama Solo and Dance, Investment Club, B-Lane Social Swimming, Big Boars, ‘We Need to Talk’, and my new appointment for 2024 as a Pastoral Care Leader, which I am very excited about.
What are your hopes and plans for 2024, and the future?
Phoebe: My priority is to continue to obtain adequate university marks while maintaining a good work/life balance with College and friends. I would love to get more involved in the Rosebowl competition and try out for a wider variety of sports. I enjoyed my experience with the Rugby 7s team this year, so I hope to try out for more sports next year. I look forward to continuing to photograph on behalf of the College at sports games; it really captures the excitement and thrill of being a part of St Andrew’s community.
Financial support has been instrumental in my College attendance. It has provided me with the opportunity to not only attend Drew’s but also come to university in Sydney.
– Gian Wynn
Gian: I am extremely excited to continue my leadership within the College from fresher rep to PCL in 2024. I also hope to continue working next year, in a parttime capacity so I can still undertake my university degree. I also hope to secure some Investment Banking experience next year, as this is a career path I am very eager to build.
How important has receiving financial support been to you this year? How has it impacted you?
Phoebe: I feel very appreciative to receive financial support this year; it has been a huge help in managing my first year at university. Thanks to this scholarship, I have been able to focus on my studies without constantly worrying about the finances needed for College. It has allowed me to be a part of the vibrant Drew’s environment while only having to work a few days a week, so I am hugely grateful. As someone from a rural area, I knew that pursuing my university degree would be a financial challenge for my family. The scholarship has lightened the burden on my family, who would have otherwise struggled to support my education.
Gian: Financial support has been instrumental in my College attendance. It has provided me with the opportunity to not only attend Drew’s but also come to university in Sydney.
Do you have any comments that you would like to personally direct to your benefactors?
Phoebe: I have loved getting to know my benefactor, Alex Halliday, and express my strong appreciation for his support. It has really alleviated the financial challenge for my family, especially with sheep prices down, competing with my parents’ decision to have no crop this year. The scholarship has allowed me to focus on my studies and get involved in the exciting and flourishing community of St Andrew’s. I cannot thank Alex enough for this!
Gian: I would just like to thank Alex, and the whole Halliday family for making this past year possible for me.
1. (L-R) Lucy Baker, Phoebe Lyne, Akala Brown and Imogen Taylor at the Rawson Rugby Finals 2. Gian Wynn (front right) at the Final Formal Dinner
BENEFACTORS
Thank you to all our Benefactors for your ongoing support.
Capital Works & Main Bedroom Building
Mark Burrows (Fr 1962)
Donna Campbell-Cooper (Friend)
Lucy Clarke (Parent)
Andrew & Victoria Hill (Future Parents)
Stephen Jones (Parent)
Elijah Kanganas (Fr 2024)
Ken Keith (Fr 1973)
Tatyana Klauzner (Parent)
Rob Leach (Principal)
Flynn MacGregor (Fr 2023)
Will Maslin (Friend)
Dennis Milin & Louise Dobson (Parents)
Fergus Munro (Fr 1959)
Graham & Katie Oslington (Parent)
Fin Shephard (Fr 2024)
Ian & Cate Simpson (Fr 1989)
Charn Sophonpanich (Fr 1961)
Angus Taylor (Fr 1986)
Andrew Thompson (Fr 1994)
Dave Waddell (Future Parent)
Patrick Winter (Parent)
Wenjiang Zhang (Parent)
Andrew & Prim Murray Family Foundation
Glenbrook Pastoral Company Pty
Kenyon Foundation
Scholarships
Hector Abrahams (Fr 1979)
David Anstice (Fr 1966)
Peter & Cassandra Beer (Parents)
Peter & Colleen Bentley (Fr 1980)
Moira & Paolo Bettega (Friends)
Cathy & Gordon Bray (Friends)
Sam & Alison Broinowski (Parents)
Stephen & Susan Burns (Parents)
Russell & Tammy Bye (Fr 1973)
David Carraro (Fr 1986)
Robert Carter (Fr 1990)
Adam Casselden (Fr 1990)
Derek Cassidy (Fr 1950)
Will Cesta (Fr 2013)
Rev Gareth Clayton (Chaplain)
Louise Clegg (Parent)
Digby Cooke (Fr 2019)
Marnie Coulton (Parent)
Tony & Katrina Damian (Fr 1990)
Colin & Suzanne Davidson (Fr 1954)
Tim Dunstone (Fr 2007)
John & Laura Eales (Parents)
Wayne Erickson (Former Principal)
Michael Evans (Fr 1970)
Bill & Elaine Farmer (Friends)
Adrian Fonseca (Parent)
Emma German (Fr 2006)
Melanie & Steven Geyer (Parents)
David Golland (1969)
Denis Gordon (Fr 1954)
Robin Gordon Friend)
Greg Harris (Friend)
Alister Henskens (Fr 1982)
Ian & Nicola Jackman (Parents)
Glenn Kable (Fr 1981)
Tom Lee (Fr 2008)
Marie Leech (Friend)
Paul Le Messurier (Fr 1958)
Barb & Jeff Matchett (Friends)
John & Julienne McCarthy (Friend)
Andrew & Liz McKibbin (Fr 1978)
Amy & James Morrison (Parent)
Conrad Nixon (Former Councillor)
Andrew Parry (Friend)
Anthony Pearce (Fr 1985)
Peter & Libby Plaskitt (Fr 1958)
Bill Porges (Former Principal)
Reingard Porges (Friend)
Michael Posener (Fr 1994)
Angus & Natasha Raine (Parents)
Nancy Reardon-Fonseca (Parent)
George & Georgina Reid (Parent)
Joanna Rosewell (Friend)
Jenny & John Sergeant (Fr 1983)
Katherine Stanton (Fr 2006)
Michael & Janette Stening (Parents)
Mick Tanzer (Friend)
Charlie Taylor (Fr 1982)
Angus Taylor (Fr 1986)
Alex Toone (Parent)
Brad Wheaton (Fr 1997)
Kate Harper (Councillor)
Lachlan Williams (Fr 2011)
Bob Wines (Fr 1959)
Blair Caffrey Foundation
Future Generation Investment Co. Ltd
Geoff White Investments Pty Ltd
James P G Foundation
Mostyn Family Foundation
Peters Family Foundation
SAC Alumni Society
Wines Family Charitable Trust
Yim Family Foundation
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Annual Giving
Paul & Laura Adams (Fr 1999)
Beverly Allen (Friend)
Ian Anderson (Fr 1954)
Daren Armstrong (Friend)
Hannah Atwell (Director of Advancement)
John Ball (Fr 1970)
James Barkell (Fr 1964)
Geoffrey Boal (Fr 1968)
Natraj Bott (Fr 1998)
Jock Brodie (Fr 1966)
Ben Bucknell (Fr 1993)
Joe & Jennifer Campbell (Fr 1966)
Clare & Andrew Cannon (Friends)
Hugh Chalmers (Fr 1969)
Ian Chard (Fr 1965)
Harry Chow (Fr 2000)
Geoff Cohen (Fr 1967)
Richard Cohen (Fr 1968)
Timothy Cohen (Fr 1998)
Jade Coppleson (Friend)
Camilla Cropper (Friend)
Peter Curtis (Fr 1998)
Helen Dalley (Friend)
Hamish Dalziell (Fr 1961)
Tony Damian (Fr 1990)
Colin Davidson (Fr 1954)
John Ditton (Fr 1962)
Bonnie Dixon (Director of Business)
David Downes (Friend)
Alice Draffin (Director of Student Life)
Tyler & Whitney Drayton (Friends)
Ian Dugan (Fr 1960)
Graeme & Anne Eastwood (Friends)
Michael Evans (Fr 1970)
The Farr-Jones Family (Fr 1981)
David & Amanda Fenwicke (Friends)
Peter & Susan Forbes-Smith (Friends)
David Fraser (Friend)
David Gardiner (Fr 1969)
Paul & Samantha Gavel (Fr 1980)
Emma German (Fr 2006)
Ross Glasson (Fr 1961)
David Guo (Parent)
Derek Hall (Fr 1960)
Dick & Helen Halliday (Fr 1954)
David Hancock (Fr 1966)
Brenda Hannan (Friend)
Jacqueline & Richard Harding (Parents)
Stuart Harris (Fr 1988)
James Hawkins (Fr 1961)
Peter Haynes (Fr 1987)
Alister Henskens (Fr 1982)
Garry Hetherington (Fr 1973)
FOUNDERS & BENEFACTORS
CHAPEL SERVICE & DINNER
WEDNESDAY 4 SEPTEMBER 2024
We look forward to welcoming you.
Stephen Higgs (Fr 1967)
Victoria Hill (Friend)
Jeremy Hoffmann (Fr 2003)
Sasha James (Fr 2005, Chair of Council)
Arthur & Judith Johnson (Fr 1957)
Brett Jones (Fr 1981)
Michael Keir (Fr 1982)
Ken Keith (Fr 1973)
Doc Klotz (Friend)
William Laurie (Fr 1963)
Rob Leach (Principal)
Gustav Lehrer (Fr 1966)
Max Lenzer (Fr 1972)
John Loban (Fr 1962)
Ross & Gay MacPherson (Fr 1973)
Donald Magarey (Fr 1958)
Peter Malouf (Fr 1956)
Philip Marchant (Fr 1943)
Hunter McEwen (Fr 1957)
Bruce McKellar (Fr 1958)
John McLennan (Fr 1958)
Peter McMahon (Friend)
Kenneth Miller (Fr 1980)
Bill & Jacqui Mitchell (Parents)
Hamish Munro (Fr 1963)
Don Nicol (Fr 1984)
Stuart Niven (Fr 1984)
David Parfett (Fr 1984)
Murray Paterson (Fr 1963)
Colin Peake (Fr 1980)
Peter & Libby Plaskitt (Fr 1958)
Daniel & Elizabeth Posel (Friends)
Bec Posel (Fr 2013)
Angus & Natasha Raine (Parents)
Martin & Margot Rathbone (Fr 1959)
Brian Reid (Fr 1958)
Alex Rhydderch (Fr 1994)
Malcolm Ridley (Fr 1988)
Ian Roth (Fr 1973)
Harriet Semple (Fr 2010)
Dale Shaddock (Fr 1974)
Anthony Shaw (Fr 1965)
Robert Sillar (Fr 1958)
Ian Simpson (Fr 1989)
Ian Smith (Vice Principal)
Christoper Smith (Fr 1981)
Michael Spurr (Fr 1993)
Trevor Thompson (Fr 1973)
Andrew Thompson (Fr 1994)
William Thwaite (Fr 1965)
Peter Titley (Fr 1966)
Simon Ward (Fr 1994)
Dan White (Friend)
Christopher Williams (Fr 1997)
Annabel & Craig Williamson (Parents)
David & Fiona Willows (Parents)
Patrick & Rachel Winter (Parents)
Sally Wright (Parent)
Fred Woollard (Fr 1983)
Cong Cong Wu (Parent)
PF Foundation
General Fund
John Reid (Friend)
Academic Programs
Bruce Corlett AM (Friend)
Helen Dalley (Friend)
Nicola Jackman (Parent)
Marilyn Lane (Friend)
Keith Murree-Allen (Fr 1954)
Glenda Sayers (Friend)
Thyne Reid Foundation (Friend)
Pam Uther (Friend)
Rachel Winter (Parent)
IMPACT OF GIVING
THE INDIGENOUS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
The Indigenous Scholarship Program at St Andrew’s College reflects a commitment to creating a more just and equitable society by providing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students with the opportunities and support they need to thrive in tertiary education and beyond.
THE ESTABLISHMENT OF THE Indigenous Scholarship Fund in 2009 was a concerted effort by a dedicated group of St Andrew’s alumni, staff and councillors to address the underrepresentation of First Nations students in higher education. The key instigators of the fund Tom Yim (Fr 1966), David Anstice AO (Fr 1966), and Peter Plaskitt (Fr 1958), recognised the pressing need to create a more diverse and inclusive College community.
By establishing the Indigenous Scholarship Program, we have created a way to encourage more people to give to this area and the endowment is complemented by additional scholarships provided by our individual donors.
These scholarships not only empower students but also contribute to broader Reconciliation efforts by acknowledging and addressing the historical marginalisation and discrimination faced by First Nations people in education.
By enabling more Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students to attend St Andrew’s and access tertiary education, the scholarships pave the way for a more inclusive College community that values diversity and embraces our First Nations cultures and perspectives.
We recently spoke with three of our 2023 Indigenous Scholarship recipients, Kiahn Ladkin (Fr 2023), Elyne Tighe
(Fr 2023) and Malcolm Ward (Fr 2020), who shared their perspectives on how this vital fund contributes not only to individual lives but also to the wider College community.
Kiahn, who is studying for a Bachelor of Arts at the University of Sydney, emphasised how the Scholarship Program attracts students from diverse backgrounds and experiences, stating, “interacting with peers who bring different life stories and perspectives fosters a sense of understanding, tolerance, and acceptance.” This diversity, she says, “creates a dynamic and inclusive environment within the College.”
Echoing Kiahn’s sentiments, Elyne, who is studying Medicine at the University of New South Wales, emphasises how the scholarship program supports and showcases students’ unique strengths and abilities. She says, “by recognising and nurturing individual talents, the program not only benefits the recipients but also enriches the overall community at Drew’s.”
Malcolm, currently completing a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, acknowledged that receiving financial support has enabled him to pursue sporting interests
I am incredibly grateful and aspire to one day pay it forward to help future students enjoy this experience.
– Malcolm Ward
alongside his studies. In 2023, he had the opportunity to travel and participate in competitions at an elite level, where he placed 5th for USYD in Ultimate Frisbee at Indigenous Nationals, 2nd for USYD in Mixed Netball at Div 1 UniSport Nationals, and represented NSW at the Australian U22 Ultimate Championships. He states, “All of the travel has been expensive, and without financial support from the College, I would have been more hesitant to commit.”
This underscores another vital aspect of the scholarship program: its role in fostering a more diverse student cohort while enabling these students to pursue their passions beyond academics. By alleviating financial burdens, the program allows students to dedicate greater time to not only their studies, but extracurricular activities as well, contributing to a vibrant College environment.
In addition to their insights, the recipients express heartfelt gratitude for the support they’ve received. Kiahn, Elyne, and Malcolm also shared their aspirations to give back in the future, highlighting the cyclical nature of support within the College community. Malcolm commented that he felt
incredibly grateful, aspiring to “one day pay it forward to help future students enjoy this experience.”
For Kiahn, the knowledge that someone believed in her potential has served as a powerful motivator in her approach to studying. Elyne echoes this sentiment, conveying a heartfelt message to the program’s benefactors: “I aspire to make you proud with my academic achievements and contributions to Drew’s.”
We sincerely thank the original instigators and are grateful for the ongoing support from our community over the past fifteen years, whose gifts have meant the Indigenous Scholarship Program has continued to expand.
Today, the College is proud to be the home away from home for 14 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. It is becoming increasingly evident that the impact of these scholarships extends far beyond the individuals they directly support to the entire College community and is shaping the ethos and culture of the College for generations to come.
1. (L-R) Kiahn Ladkin, Bayden Kruger, Leon MasonBunton, Elyne Tighe and Gagara Farrawell
2. Malcolm Ward and Mark Scott AO at the University & Schools Dinner
THE DISPLACED STUDENTS TRUST SCHOLARSHIPS
Established in 2022, the Displaced Students Trust (DST) has been a beacon of hope for university students affected by crises. The Trust provides means-tested scholarships to support displaced students, enabling them to continue their education despite challenging circumstances.
Nicola and Ian Jackman (Fr 1981) became aware of Antonina (Tonia) Bessonova and her mothers’ arrival from Ukraine in 2022, facing significant challenges. Tonia, midway through her Ukrainian school leaving certificate when they fled the conflict, was told she would have to enrol as an international student at Sydney University, a costly endeavour. Furthermore, she lacked any form of a support network in Sydney.
Determined to help, Nicola and Ian engaged with the Ukrainian community to identify others in similar situations. Together with Mark Elliott (Chairman of St Paul’s College), John Coorey
(Chairman of St John’s College), renowned educators Rowena Danziger and John Vallance, and a Vietnam veteran, Gwynn Boyd, they formed a group to address the challenges. They successfully secured tax-deductible status for the DST, allowing them to raise funds to support displaced students before the 2023 academic year began.
The DST is currently partnering with St Andrew’s and St Paul’s to support students attending universities such as Sydney, UTS, and UWS. Four students are now being supported at St Andrew’s - Tonia, Maksym, Danyil and Oleksandra. These
Receiving this scholarship meant a lot to me. It’s not just financial support. It’s a validation of my hard work and potential that motivates me to work harder. At St Andrew’s College, I am grateful for the supportive community, opportunities and friendships I’ve found here!
– Danyil Petuhkov
students have all excelled academically and embraced College life, grateful for the opportunities on offer and for the friendships they have formed.
Maksym Derlytsia, one of the current recipients at St Andrew’s, has achieved straight High Distinctions in Biomechanical Engineering. He expressed sincere gratitude for the scholarship and said, “Ever since I can remember, I have always dreamed of obtaining a university degree and being part of a welcoming and supportive community. Since arriving in Australia with almost nothing but a genuine belief in the power of education, I feel incredibly fortunate to be a member of St Andrew’s College. Here, I am able to realise my full potential both academically and interpersonally. It provides me with focus on my goals, reduces my anxiety about the war, and gives me a sense of belonging. This empowering experience is a real blessing, as I have learnt so much from the erudition, generosity, and kind hearts of Australians, and I strive to be worthy and distinguished well.”
“The Displaced Students Trust scholarship represents more than just
financial support; it’s a symbol of hope and a chance to build a brighter future for me and others who share a similar background. My dad, who is currently defending Ukraine, often says, “a friend in need is a friend indeed,” and I will never forget the support the donors and this scholarship provide for my development.”
Tonia, whose situation originally motivated the Jackmans, described her experience and how it has made an impact for her so far:
“This past year at College was an amazing experience for me. Coming to Australia very recently and hearing a fairly limited amount of information, I was not sure what to expect. However, this place has been wonderful. I have made great close friends and enjoyed every minute spent at St Andrew’s.
“I am so incredibly grateful for the opportunity I have been given here. I would have never hoped to be here at College had it not been for the scholarship and support I have received, and it truly means the world to me. This experience has been life-changing, and it has been one of the best years of my life. I am unbelievably thankful for this.”
The DST has not only practically supported displaced Ukrainians but has also enriched the College community, fostering friendships between donors and students. It has received generous donations from alumni and friends and plans to raise more money in the future. Those interested in contributing to the DST can contact Ian Jackman directly via -
Justice.Jackman@fedcourt.com.au.
2023 FOUNDATION MEMBERS LIST
We value and honour all of our supporters and acknowledge their Foundation Membership level.
Patrons
Clifford Blake (Fr 1962)
Eldon D Foote Foundation
John Hanks (Fr 1943)
Charlie Taylor (Fr 1982)
Martin Rathbone (Fr 1959
Stephen Salsbury (Friend)
Thyne Reid Foundation
St Andrew’s College Foundation
Ambassadors
David Anstice (Fr 1966)
Hugh Cairns (Former Principal)
Hilary Cairns (Friend)
Niall Cairns (Fr 1981)
David Kenyon (Fr 1975)
Peter Plaskitt (Fr 1958)
Elizabeth Plaskitt (Friend)
Denise Yim (Friend)
Tom Yim (Fr 1966)
Kenyon Foundation
Petre Foundation
Plaskitt Family Foundation
Yim Family Trust
St Andrew’s College Alumni Society
Governors
Campbell Anderson (Fr 1959)
Neil Anderson (Fr 1954)
Montagu Beesley (Fr 1954)
Andrew Best (Parent)
Natalie Best (Parent)
Alan Blanch (Fr 1967)
Ashley Brown (Fr 1985)
Mark Burrows (Fr 1962)
Russell Bye (Fr 1973)
Nick Carson (Fr 1959)
Simon Carson (Fr 1994)
Adam Casselden (Fr 1990)
Richard Charlton (Fr 1952)
Louise Clegg (Parent)
Paul Clitheroe (Friend)
Vicki Clitheroe (Friend)
Grant Close (Friend)
Sandra Close (Friend)
Geoff Cohen (Fr 1967)
Sheila Cohen (Friend)
John Crane (Fr 1942)
Katrina Damian (Parent)
Tony Damian (Fr 1990)
Wayne Erickson (Principal)
Josie Gollan (Fr 2005)
Campbell Hanan (Fr 1989)
Penny Hannan (Parent)
Ian Harper (Fr 1950)
Roey Higgs (Friend)
Stephen Higgs (Fr 1967)
Leonard Humphreys (Friend)
Ian Jackman (Fr 1981)
Nicola Jackman (Friend)
Don Jamieson (Fr 1954)
Scott Jamieson (Friend)
Arthur Johnson (Fr 1957)
John Loveridge (Fr 1966)
Debra Maher (Friend)
Philip Marchant (Fr 1943)
Hunter McEwen (Fr 1957)
Russell McKinnon (Fr 1997)
Fiona McQueen (Friend)
Edward Morgan (Fr 1944)
Amanda Mostyn (Friend)
Cameron Mostyn (Fr 2005)
Richard Mostyn (Friend)
Peter Moye (Fr 1961)
Andrew Murray (Fr 1961)
Prim Murray (Friend)
Ken Neale (Fr 1961)
David Nicol (Fr 1984)
Stuart Niven (Fr 1984)
Nick Palethorpe (Fr 1963)
Jane Peters (Friend)
Wayne Peters (Fr 1975)
Randall Powell (Fr 1973)
George Reid (Fr 1982)
Georgina Reid (Friend)
Andrew Scott (Fr 1951)
John Sergeant (Fr 1983)
Andrew Shelley (Fr 1988)
Charn Sophonpanich (Fr 1961)
Robin Stevenson (Friend)
Robert Stitt (Fr 1959)
Angus Taylor (Fr 1955)
Hugh Taylor (Fr 1947)
Peter Taylor (Fr 1986)
Trent van Veen (Fr 1982)
Kevin White (Fr 1941)
Jan Wilkinson (Friend)
Peter Wilkinson (Fr 1960)
Andrew Wines (Fr 1988)
Lian Wines (Parent)
Barbara Wines (Friend)
Bob Wines (Fr 1959)
Fred Woollard (Fr 1983)
Andrew & Prim Murray Family Foundation
Clitheroe Foundation
Estate Late Agnes
Christiansen
Halliday Foundation
James P G Foundation
James N Kirby Foundation
Mostyn Family Foundation
PF Foundation
Pickles Foundation
Ryan Family Foundation
St Andrew’s College Council
Vincent Fairfax Family
Westpac Banking Corp
Directors
Douglas Arnott (Fr 1990)
Reginald Baillie (Fr 1927)
Tony Bartley (Fr 1963)
Daniel Bisa (Fr 1989)
Craig Blair (Fr 1987)
Nik Bogduk (Fr 1974)
Innes Brodziak (Fr 1922)
Peter Cameron (Fr 1970)
Iain Chalmers (Fr 1959)
Y Chun (Friend)
Brian Cohen (Fr 1945)
Colin Davidson (Fr 1954)
Berge Der Sarkissian (Friend)
Simon Dollard (Fr 1966)
Richard Dougan (Fr 1962)
Whitney Drayton (Friend)
John Elston (Fr 1951)
Ted Emmett (Fr 1958)
Geoffrey Evans (Fr 1968)
John Fairfax (Friend)
Nick Fairfax (Fr 1990)
Steven Finch (Fr 1974)
Adrian Fonseca (Parent)
Nancy Reardon-Fonseca (Parent)
David Fraser (Fr 1992)
Richard Gazzard (Fr 1967)
Alexander Halliday (Fr 1965)
James Hawkins (Fr 1961)
Peter Hicks (Friend)
John Horseman (Fr 1966)
Neil Howie (Fr 1966)
David Joffick (Fr 1982)
Ronald Keir (Fr 1945)
Angus Kennedy (Fr 1964)
John Kinross (Fr 1947)
Robin Macdonald (Friend)
Ross MacPherson (Fr 1973)
James Mactier (Fr 1987)
Robert Mactier (Fr 1983)
Wason Mactier (Fr 1953)
John Maitland (Fr 1970)
Alexander Martin (Fr 1983)
Paul McDonald (Fr 1973)
Brian McFadyen (Fr 1968)
Anthony McIntyre (Fr 1955)
Angus McKibbin (Fr 1966)
Hunter McPherson (Friend)
Trefor Morgan (Fr 1953)
Nancy Murray (Friend)
Nigel Neilson (Fr 1948)
Kim Ostinga (Fr 1954)
Margot Rathbone (Friend)
Ian Reid (Fr 1962)
Scott Reid (Fr 1987)
Ruth Ritchie (Friend)
Harley Roberts (Fr 1953)
Colin Selby Brown (Friend)
Geoffrey Schaeffer (Fr 1961)
Julian Sexton (Fr 1975)
Robert Sillar (Fr 1958)
Gavin Smith (Fr 1979)
Olaf Spence (Fr 1929)
David Stewart (Fr 1968)
Jordan Sukkar (Fr 2009)
Josephine Sukkar (Friend)
Tony Sukkar (Friend)
Peter Titley (Fr 1966)
Michael Townley (Friend)
John Trowbridge (Fr 1965)
Peter Wakeford (Fr 1958)
Alan Walker (Fr 1953)
Alan Weeks (Fr 2005)
Andrew Wines (Fr 1988)
Fiona Woodrow (Friend)
John Woodrow (Friend)
Blackwood Foundation
Future Generation
Investment Co Ltd
Lang Foundation
PF Foundation
Wines Family Charitable Trust
2023 FOUNDATION MEMBERS LIST
Members
Alex Abrahams (Fr 1977)
Hector Abrahams (Fr 1979)
Ian Anderson (Fr 1954)
Ross Anderson (Fr 1958)
Bob Armstrong (Fr 1960)
Alan Ashburner (Fr 1962)
Joseph Ashcroft (Fr 1991)
Thomas Atkins (Fr 1967)
James Barkell (Fr 1964)
William Barnett (Fr 1957)
Amanda Bear (Friend)
John Berick (Fr 1968)
Geoffrey Bernays (Fr 1946)
Ross Bills (Fr 1974)
Lenard Blackmore (Fr 1987)
John Boden (Fr 1981)
Richard Boden (Fr 1948)
James Body (Fr 1990)
Iona Borthwick (Friend)
Anthony Bouffler (Fr 1962)
Gordon Bray (Friend)
Cathy Bray (Friend)
Robert Brayshaw (Fr 1960)
Robert Brown (Fr 1981)
Alison Broinowski (Parent)
Sam Broinowski (Parent)
John Bruce (Fr 1961)
Michael Bryden (Fr 1964)
George Bullock (Fr 1949)
Stephen Burns (Fr 1981)
Susan Burns (Parent)
James Butler (Parent)
Sarah Butler (Parent)
Melanie Caffrey (Parent)
Iver Cairns (Fr 1979)
David Cameron (Fr 1956)
Elizabeth Cartwright (Friend)
William Charlton (Fr 1943)
Derek Cassidy (Fr 1950)
Colin Choat (Fr 1956)
Simon Clowes (Fr 1985)
Therese Cochrane (Parent)
Ray Cook (Friend)
William Costello (Fr 1945)
Philip Cowdery (Fr 1991)
David Crane (Fr 1946)
Belinda Daley (Friend)
John Daley (Fr 1964)
Hamish Dalziell (Fr 1961)
Alexander Dan (Fr 1934)
Louise Dobson (Parent)
Noel Docker (Fr 1960)
Catherine Drayton (Friend)
Matthew Duly (Fr 1974)
Peter Dun (Fr 1956)
Tim Dunstone (Fr 2007)
Ian Dyson (Fr 1987)
John Edye (Fr 1937)
Peter Elliott (Fr 1948)
Andrew Elston (Fr 1987)
Bill Farmer (Fr 1965)
Frank Fisher (Fr 1950)
Paul Gavel (Fr 1980)
Ross Glasson (Fr 1961)
David Golland (Fr 1969)
Denis Gordon (Fr 1954)
Robin Gordon (Friend)
Steven Goudie (Friend)
Peter Gough (Fr 1958)
David Gray (Fr 1972)
Cameron Greig (Fr 1990)
David Hancock (Fr 1966)
Alexander Hannay (Fr 1932)
Scott Harbison (Fr 1958)
John Harris (Fr 1967)
Malcolm Heath (Friend)
Guy Hedley (Friend)
Nikki Hedley (Friend)
Alister Henskens (Fr 1982)
John Heydon (Fr 1992)
Judy Hicks (Friend)
Anthony Hill (Fr 1984)
Theodora Hobbs (Fr 1999)
Jeremy Hoffmann (Fr 2003)
Alec Hope (Fr 1925)
Margaret Horder (Friend)
David Horsfield (Friend)
Sasha James (Kovic) (Fr 2005)
Ross Jarvis (Fr 1968)
Andrew Johnson (Fr 1981)
Andrew Junge (Fr 1988)
Frank Junius (Fr 1958)
Glenn Kable (Fr 1981)
Kate Keenan (Friend)
Peter Kelso (Fr 1962)
Peter Kemp (Fr 1983)
Grant Keogh (Fr 1975)
Bruce Kerridge (Fr 1969)
George Killen (Fr 1946)
Warren Kinston (Fr 1963)
John Kitto (Fr 1936)
Michael Kloster (Fr 1958)
Edward Korbel (Fr 1959)
Peter Kyle (Fr 1964)
Rob Leach (Principal)
David Little (Fr 1970)
John Lobban (Fr 1962)
John Longworth (Fr 1961)
Alan Loxton (Fr 1939)
Margaret Mackenzie (Friend)
Gay MacPherson (Friend)
Sally Mactier (Friend)
Peter Malouf (Fr 1956)
Donald Magarey (Fr 1958)
Graham McGregor (Fr 1963)
James McIntyre (Fr 1963)
Andrew McKibbin (Fr 1978)
Laura McKinnon (Friend)
John McLennan (Fr 1958)
Karen McLennan (Friend)
Ian McMicking (Fr 1964)
Dennis Milin (Parent)
Phillipa Miller (Friend)
Robert Miller (Friend)
Stuart Miller (Fr 1968)
Owen Morgan (Fr 1965)
Wayne Moriarty (Fr 1978)
Carlyle Moulton (Fr 1930)
James Mulholland (Fr 1952)
Angus Munro (Fr 1954)
Fergus Munro (Fr 1959)
Hamish Munro (Fr 1963)
Keith Murree-Allen (Fr 1954)
Neil Newton (Fr 1946)
Don Nicol (Fr 1984)
Malcolm Oakes (Fr 1967)
Robert Oakeshott (Fr 1952)
David Officer (Fr 1964)
Peter Palethorpe (Fr 1961)
Colin Peake (Fr 1980)
Gwen Pearson (Friend)
Lian Pfitzner (Friend)
Geoff Pilcher (Fr 1965)
Grant Poolman (Fr 1962)
Graham Potts (Friend)
Mark Powell (Fr 1961)
Christopher Pulley (Friend)
Milton Quigley (Fr 1978)
Harry Raffan (Fr 1930)
Angus Raine (Parent)
Natasha Raine (Parent)
Ferial Reid (Friend)
John Rendle (Fr 1968)
John Richardson (Fr 1937)
Roger Richmond-Smith (Fr 1964)
Rodney Rimes (Fr 1996)
James Ritchie (Fr 1961)
Lindsay Roberts (Fr 1950)
Robert RobertsonCuninghame (Fr 1942)
Arthur Robinson (Fr 1936)
Peter Roland (Fr 1960)
Alastair Rourke (Fr 1931)
Bruce Russ (Fr 1977)
Murray Scholz (Fr 1975)
John Shand (Fr 1949)
Charles Sharpe (Fr 1956)
Roger Shellard (Friend)
Stuart Sillar (Fr 1956)
Ben Skerman (Fr 1965)
Julian Small (Fr 1960)
Christopher Smith (Fr 1981)
Richard Smith (Fr 1963)
Jonathan Steel (Friend)
Lynda Steel (Friend)
Robert Stein (Fr 1973)
Janette Stening (Parent)
Michael Stening (Fr 1982)
Peter Stewart (Fr 1947)
Clare Stirzaker (Friend)
Michael Stirzaker (Friend)
Brian Storey (Fr 1953)
Michael Swanson (Fr 1975)
Frances Talib (Fr 1961)
Mitchell Taylor (Fr 2008)
Seng-Kee Teo (Fr 1952)
Joan Thomas (Fr 1934)
Howard Thompson (Fr 1971)
Dick Tooth (Fr 1948)
Alastair Tulloch (Friend)
Anne van Veen (Parent)
Richard Wallace (Fr 1978)
Mark Warner (Friend)
Philippa Warner (Friend)
Brett Warren (Fr 1980)
Geoff Watt (Fr 1968)
Martyn Westerman (Fr 1968)
Kathy White (Friend)
Peter White (Fr 1974)
Saxon White (Fr 1953)
Bruce Whyte (Fr 1968)
G Wilkinson (Friend)
Rohan Wilson (Fr 1980)
Justin Woodcock (Parent)
Peter Woodward (Fr 1973)
James P G Foundation
Macquarie Group Foundation
THE VIELUN PASTORAL COMPANY RURAL SCHOLARSHIP: THE BROINOWSKI FAMILY
Established by the Broinowski family in 2021, the Vielun Pastoral Company Rural Scholarship provides substantial support for a rural and regional student with financial need to experience College and University in Sydney. We spoke with Sam, Alison and Zara Broinowski (Fr 2021) about their scholarship and the inspiration behind their philanthropic endeavours.
(L-R) Dan Bisa, Alison Broinowski, Ian Simpson, Zara Broinowski and Sam Broinowski at the Founders & Benefactors Dinner, 2023..
Can you please share with us how your connection with College began - how did you hear about St Andrew’s, and what inspired you to become more involved as a family?
As Sydney University students in the late 1980s, we had many friends at St Andrew’s. Our connection was enhanced when Zara decided to apply for College in her final year of school. Upon Zara’s entrance to College, the community was clearly one that has continued to provide exceptional living and learning opportunities for young adults - and we were inspired to support the College.
Zara, you were instrumental in establishing the Vielun Pastoral Company Scholarship. Can you tell us how the scholarship came about and why?
I have always had a drive to give back and help others which my parents instilled, and this was reflected when I started at St Andrew’s. The community was so lovely and caring that I brought it up to my parents on how it would be best to give back and help others gain the experience that I was having. As a family, we thought we should donate money in some way. From this, I went to meet with Hannah, and she aided in shaping and directing us in the direction of starting the VPC Scholarship.
In your own words, could you explain the purpose behind the scholarship and what impact you hope it will have on the students it supports?
To aid rural Australian students who may not have the financial situation to allow them to attend College and Sydney Uni. We have always believed that education can be lifechanging, and supporting education is one way that we can provide opportunities to others for the ongoing benefit of rural and regional areas.
Can you tell us a bit more about the Vielun Pastoral Company; the name behind the scholarship?
Vielun is the town in Poland from where Zara’s 3rd-greatgrandfather grew up, yet was forced to flee during war in Europe. Our family business is Vielun Pastoral Company as a nod to that heritage and history.
What is it that motivates your family and inspires you to give? What drives your philanthropy?
Gracius Josef Broinowski initiated a multi-generational history of philanthropy when he arrived from Poland in the 1860s. We have been fortunate financially and like to give back and support others - giving is an essential aspect of who we are as a family, and we have instilled this in our children and in other aspects of our lives.
Zara, how would you describe your experience as a student at St Andrew’s? What’s been your favourite part so far?
As a student of St Andrew’s, I have enjoyed meeting a diverse community and making friends with people I would not have had the opportunity to otherwise. The entire scholarship program is able to bring people from all walks of life together in one place regardless of who they are or where they have come from, and being around all types of people is also able to broaden my perspective and understand opinions I otherwise would not have been exposed to. The camaraderie and community of St Andrew’s has also been a wonderful experience, I have been able to meet many alumni and connect due to our common experience of both being Androvians. This experience of history, and the care from all those who are or were at Drew’s, which is able to bring people together, is something special. I have not had that experience anywhere else in my past.
And, having seen it firsthand, how have you seen scholarships at Drew’s making a difference for students and for the culture at College?
Scholarships allow students from all walks of life to experience College life which enhances and creates a more inclusive culture. The traditional “bubble of wealth” is broken down by the more inclusive environment - and is more of a microcosm of the larger community of life - providing benefit to all who live and learn in St Andrew’s College.
What would you say to encourage someone to support the scholarship program at St Andrew’s College?
Please consider how donations, even if modest, can have a positive impact, and a large impact, on the lives of students who may not have the means otherwise yet can give so much to the wider community and contribute to College life.
1. Archie Craig (Fr 2022) and Zara Broinowski (Fr 2021)
IMPACT OF GIVING
THE VIELUN PASTORAL COMPANY RURAL SCHOLARSHIP: ARCHIE CRAIG
Archie Craig (Fr 2022) grew up on a rural property near Toowoomba in Queensland. His goal of pursuing a career in finance made Sydney an appealing option. The Vielun Pastoral Company Rural Scholarship helped Archie to move to the city and reside at Drew’s.
Your generous scholarship has allowed me to pursue tertiary education at a globally recognised institution and has widened my experiences to include opportunities I would never have foreseen.
– Archie Craig
Archie is currently completing a Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Advanced Studies, majoring in Finance and Banking, at the University of Sydney. As the recipient of the Vielun Pastoral Company Rural Scholarship in 2022 and 2023, Archie is thankful for the opportunities to give back wherever possible.
How has 2023 been for you? What did you participate in at College, and what were the highs and lows?
In 2023, I took on the role of Secretary for the Rawson Swimming Team, which was an incredible experience. It allowed me to connect with the new Freshers and contribute to the team’s success. The camaraderie and the sense of achievement from our victory was certainly a high for me.
In terms of academics, I think I have gotten my head around my University studies, which has been evident in my results the past semester. I have developed quite a passion for my Banking major and am excited to see where this leads in future years.
my achievements further, exploring new areas of interest and challenging myself intellectually. As for my role on the House Committee as the Alumni Secretary, I’m eager to contribute to the continuity and growth of the College community, fostering connections and creating opportunities for current and former students.
How important has receiving financial support been to you this year? How has it impacted you?
Coming from rural Queensland, having the opportunity to study and live in Sydney has been a transformative experience. Receiving financial support this year has been crucial in enabling me to pursue my academics whilst also having the opportunity to reside in an amazing community at Drew’s. Without it, I would not have been able to access these opportunities and continue my education here.
Thankfully, I have been able to give back to this community I am happy to call home through volunteering and other opportunities made available in 2023.
How do you think the scholarship program contributes to the life and community of the College?
It is really so important in that it allows people with academic or sporting potential the opportunity to pursue their dreams and live in a place where they may not have otherwise been able to live because of financial circumstances. For rural and regional students especially, it makes the relocation to Sydney far less of a financial burden, allowing students to pursue their education at globally recognised institutions as well as excel in other interests, such as sports and music.
Do you have any comments that you would like to personally direct to your benefactors?
However, like any year, there were lows too. Balancing academics, extracurricular, and social life was challenging at times, leading to moments of stress and anxiety. Overall, the opportunities to branch out socially from my initial social circle in my fresher year have been enriching.
What are your hopes and plans for 2024 and the future?
In 2024, I aim to continue my involvement with the Rawson Swimming Team. Additionally, I want to participate in as many sports as possible. Academically, I’m determined to enhance
I would like to extend my utmost gratitude for their generosity. Without their support, I would not be who or where I am today. I have them to thank for the opportunities that are possible, not only because of living at College but also because of being given the ability to live in Sydney.
1. (L-R) House Committee members Anna Hunt, Ewan Jackman, Archie Craig, Georgie Beer and Charlie Scott
THE HIGHLANDER CLUB
Established in 2019, the Highlander Club recognises recent significant contributions to St Andrew’s College and its Foundation as part of the Accessing Andrew’s Campaign.
2023 Highlander Club Evening
In May 2023, we welcomed some of our most passionate benefactors – our Highlanders – back to the College for the third Annual Highlander Club Evening. This year Highlanders enjoyed a special whisky and gin experience in the College’s Main Library, care of Archie Rose. Here they caught up with fellow Highlander Club members, Councillors, Foundation Board members and Senior Staff. They also heard an update on the College’s projects and were able to give feedback and ask questions of our Principal, Rob Leach, Chair of Foundation, Niall Cairns, and Chair of Council, Sasha James (Kovic).
The evening was made even more special by a performance from our talented St Andrew’s College Choir, who gave a beautiful performance of “Parting Glass” to close out the evening’s formalities. It was a fantastic evening of conversation and connection and we look forward to the next one!
The Purpose of The Highlander Club
• Recognise and acknowledge those who are active and passionate supporters of the College and College Foundation
• Be engaged with the College alongside other likeminded people
• Encourage members of our community to make a significant gift to a cause they support over time
• Encourage and support a wider culture of philanthropy in our community
• Increase the total philanthropic funds available to the College and its students to allow increased access to scholarships, facilities and programs
Our long term goal is to welcome 1,000 Highlanders to secure the College for our future students.
Becoming a Highlander
All alumni, parents and friends of St Andrew’s College are eligible to become members of the Highlander Club by pledging a new significant gift towards the College’s Philanthropy Program. The Philanthropy Program aims to provide more students with access to an exceptional College and university experience, by raising money for scholarship funds, academic programs and facility upgrades, like the upcoming Junior Common Room Upgrade.
You can also choose which area you wish to support, as well as whether your gift is made in one payment or pledged over a number of years.
Recognising Highlanders’ Contributions
We wish to acknowledge and thank all our Highlanders for their significant contributions towards the College and its students. Highlanders are gifted a pair of custom made cashmere scarves in the College’s registered tartan and invitations to exclusive Highlander Club events.
For more information on joining the Highlander Club, please contact the Director of Advancement:
Hannah Atwell: +61 2 9565 7303 or advancement@standrewscollege.edu.au
1. Rob Leach with Niall Cairns 2. Highlander Club Evening in the St Andrew’s College Library in 2023
We thank all of our Highlanders for their continued passion for and support of St Andrew’s!
–
Niall Cairns
Highlander Club Members
David Anstice (Fr 1966)
Craig Blair (Fr 1987)
Iona Borthwick (Friend)
Alison Broinowski (Parent)
Sam Broinowski (Parent)
Stephen Burns (Fr 1981)
Susan Burns (Parent)
Mark Burrows (Fr 1962)
Russell Bye (Fr 1973)
Tammy Bye (Parent)
Melanie Caffrey (Parent)
Hilary Cairns (Friend)
Hugh Cairns (Former Principal)
Niall Cairns (Fr 1981)
Adam Casselden (Fr 1990)
Louise Clegg (Parent)
Paul Clitheroe (Parent)
Vicki Clitheroe (Parent)
Sandra Close (Parent)
Grant Close (Parent)
Therese Cochrane (Parent)
Geoff Cohen (Fr 1967)
Hamish Dalziell (Fr 1961)
Lindee Dalziell (Friend)
Tony Damian (Fr 1990)
Katrina Damian (Parent)
Louise Dobson (Parent)
Wayne Erickson (Former Principal)
Ed Flitcroft (Friend)
Hannah Flitcroft (Friend)
Adrian Fonseca (Parent)
Nancy Reardon-Fonseca (Parent)
Anne Foote (Friend)
Denis Gordon (Fr 1954)
Robin Gordon (Friend)
Campbell Hanan (Fr 1989)
Penny Hanan (Parent)
Steve Higgs (Fr 1967)
Roey Higgs (Friend)
Ian Jackman (Fr 1981)
Nicola Jackman (Parent)
Scott Jamieson (Friend)
Paula Jamieson (Friend)
Don Jamieson (Fr 1954)
Glenn Kable (Fr 1981)
David Kenyon (Fr 1975)
Robert Leach (Principal)
Ross MacPherson (Fr 1973)
Debra Maher (Friend)
Hannah McKellar (Parent)
Laura McKinnon (Friend)
Russell McKinnon (Former Councillor)
John McLennan (Fr 1958)
Dennis Milin (Parent)
Andrew Murray (Fr 1961)
Prim Murray (Friend)
Ken Neale (Fr 1961)
Helen Neale (Friend)
Angus Raine (Parent)
Natasha Raine (Parent)
Margot Rathbone (Friend)
Martin Rathbone (Fr 1959)
George Reid (Fr 1982)
Georgina Reid (Friend)
Charn Sophponpanich (Fr 1961)
Michael Stening (Fr 1982)
Janette Stening (Parent)
Angus Taylor (Fr 1986)
Charlie Taylor (Fr 1982)
Peter Taylor (Fr 1955)
Alex Toone (Parent)
Trent van Veen (Fr 1982)
Anne van Veen (Parent)
Andrew Wines (Fr 1988)
Fred Woollard (Fr 1983)
Clitheroe Foundation
Eldon D Foote Foundation
Halliday Foundation
James P G Foundation
Mostyn Family Foundation
Petre Foundation
Pickles Foundation
Plaskitt Family
PF Foundation
Ryan Family Foundation
Sukkar Family
SAC Alumni Society
Thyne Reid Foundation
Wines Family Charitable Trust
Yim Family Foundation
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HIGHLANDER CLUB
5 MINUTES WITH A HIGHLANDER:
Jeremy Hoffmann is a fresher of 2003, Co-Founder and Lead Advisor of HK Partners, the former SACAS Treasurer, current Deputy Chair of the St Andrew’s College Council and one of our newest Highlander Club members. Jeremy joined the Highlander Club in 2023 with a yearly pledge to support the Rural & Regional Scholarships Fund and the upcoming JCR upgrade. He took five minutes out of his day to chat to us about his connection to College and his decision to give back in this way.
Jeremy, reflecting back on your time as a Fresher in 2003 and the years after, what were your initial impressions of College?
Growing up in the country, I’d not had any exposure to Sydney at all. When I arrived at College, I was really taken with the history of the place and the size and scale of Main. Do you have a favourite memory of your time at College as a student? There is no one particular memory which stands out, it’s more a blend of the experiences I had and friendships I developed over my three years at College. If I had to pick one, it would be the Valedictory Dinner at the end of third year. The sense of tradition and atmosphere is still embedded in my memory.
I realized early in my career that I wanted to work for myself so the accounting profession seemed like a natural fit to me. I particularly liked dealing with a broad range of families, with different challenges. I was also extremely lucky to meet my close friend and co-founder, Scott Kelly, on my very first day of work. Having a partner who you’re very closely aligned with makes all the difference. One of the biggest lessons I’ve learned is the power of giving with no expectation of receiving. It never ceases to amaze me how helping others seems to come back 10-fold over the years.
What are some of the things you enjoy doing in your downtime, away from your work?
As a former member of the Young Alumni Committee and Alumni Society Committee and now a current member of the College Council overseeing the Operations Committee, could you tell us what has motivated you to take on these roles and continue to be involved?
Without being accepted to College, I really wouldn’t have had the opportunity to attend Sydney Uni. As such I feel a deep sense of gratitude towards Drew’s and the friendships I made during my time there. It’s important to me to see the College grow and continue on its path of cultural renewal and retain a sense of purpose with regards to providing a home away from home for students who may not be from Sydney.
You co-founded the accounting advisory firm, HK Partners, just a few years after completing your Commerce degree. What inspired you to take this entrepreneurial path, and what lessons have you learned along the way?
We have three children aged six and younger, so most of my time is spent with family. Living in Paddington, most weekends you’ll find us down at the football stadiums attending games and using the facilities. I go for the footy and the kids go for the hot chips and an ice cream at half time!
What inspired you to join the Highlander Club and support Rural & Regional Scholarships and the upcoming JCR Upgrade at St Andrew’s?
I feel strongly about the need to support rural students who want to come to College. As we know, coming from a farming background can mean a certain level of financial precariousness. I felt that if I could help contribute towards a farming kid being able to attend College and have the experiences and support that I did, then I needed to get onboard. I’m also really excited to see the JCR be revitalised by the planned upgrade.
What would you say to someone considering supporting the College and / or joining the Highlander Club?
Do it, you won’t regret it. Hannah and The Advancement Team go over and above to make all contributors to College really feel part of the community.
1. Daniel Gammell, Eleanor Gammell, Jeremy Hoffman and Jeremy Atkin at the Bird’s Farewell in February 2023
2. Jeremy at the 2023 Highlander Club Evening
INVESTMENT REPORT
In 2023, the Foundation raised $339,680 in donations and the Foundation’s endowment reached $12.8 million and earned investment income of $529,336.
The overall objective of the Foundation Board of Management is to work with the Investment Committee and Investment Manager to maintain the endowment in real terms overtime by aiming to provide annual returns of 4% above CPI over any 5-year period.
To achieve this aim, the target asset allocation of the Foundation is to have 70% of the funds in growth assets such as Australian and International equities with the remaining 30% in interest rate securities, term deposits and cash.
From January 2017, the asset allocation was lowered to 48/52 due to the need to keep $3 million in cash or near cash which is the amount earmarked for the College for the new building works which were due to commence at the end of 2017. Unfortunately, the commencement was delayed for one year due to the Sydney City Council not approving the Development Application in time for the planned commencement of the works. This meant the Foundation had to hold the $3 million cash for 2.5 years. This, of course, has been an unavoidable drag on the Fund performance. The Foundation has since paid $2.62 million as a loan to College to assist with the cost of the new development.
Despite this, the Fund has outperformed the rolling 5-year target of 4%+CPI (7.4%) by 2.0% per annum over the last 5 years to 31st December 2023. Recent rises in the CPI will make this target harder to achieve. All performance figures are net of fees incurred in managing the portfolio. In CY23, the Fund rose 10.2% with the Australian equities rising 11.6%.
The Investment Strategy considers the statutory need for the Foundation, being a Public Ancillary Fund (PuAF), to distribute 4% of the assets of the Fund, valued at 1st January each year, to the College. Accordingly, in 2023, the Foundation made a payment of $482,562 to the College. These funds are being used to bolster the College’s scholarships and bursaries program which totalled $2 million in CY23.
The Foundation Board thanks and acknowledges the special contribution of the Investment Committee (IC) comprising the Chairman, Niall Cairns, as well as current Committee members Russell Bye, and retiring members Nick Palethorpe, Richard Dougan, Craig Blair and Mitch Taylor. Much time, effort and expertise has been contributed by the Committee to ensure the funds are professionally managed and are fully compliant with all regulatory requirements. This includes an ongoing review and update of the Investment Strategy and Mandate for Investment of College and Foundation Funds to ensure it is up to date with the changing environment.
Our thanks also go to our appointed Investment Managers, Ord Minnett represented by Andrew Murray AM & Anthony Teasdale, who have worked closely and professionally with the Foundation Investment Committee to successfully achieve the investment aims of the Board.
NIALL CAIRNS Foundation & Investment Committee Chair
Foundation Statistics 2014-2023
Annualised Performance to 31 December 2023*
*The performance figures have been skewed due to the holding of $3 million in cash for 2.5 years which was earmarked for the College building development which is now completed. All performance figures are net of management fees.
5 MINUTES WITH THE CHAIR: NIALL CAIRNS
Niall Cairns (Fr 1981) has been the Chair of the Foundation since 2014, and has personally supported both building projects and the scholarships programs at the College.
Can you please tell us about your connection to College?
Initially, I arrived at College in January 1975 from Scotland as the son of the new Bird/Principal, Dr Hugh Cairns. Then in 1981, I moved across the Oval into College as a Fresher and took full advantage of the opportunities as a Drewsman until graduation from the University of Sydney. More recently, after donating to the St Andrew’s College Foundation and becoming a Governor, I joined the Foundation Investment Committee, then the Foundation, becoming Chairman shortly thereafter.
What is the best thing you remember about your time at College as a student?
Freedom, the diversity of Drewsmen (yes, even then), the great mates and multitude of learning experiences and lasting memories, student pranks (humour was paramount), the sporting bonds and intercollege rivalry, winning the Rawson Cup - and the lasting friendships that still endure today.
Could you tell us about The Foundation’s purpose and current goals, and your responsibilities as Chairman?
The original purpose of the Foundation was to raise funds to replace the Main Building’s roof in the 1980s. Since then, it has grown, with a purpose now to provide a long-term capital base to enable distributions for the benefit of the College and its students, which includes scholarships and assistance for important capital works on an annual and ad-hoc basis.
My role as the current Chair is to encourage participation in both the Foundation and the ongoing philanthropic endeavours we undertake, steward (manage/invest) the monies entrusted to us, and ensure that they are used as per the donor’s intentions. I work closely with the Foundation’s Board of Management and particularly the Advancement Team to assist them in delivering the objectives of the Foundation and the College in relation to philanthropic programs and events.
Reflecting on your involvement with the Foundation, could you highlight some memorable moments and achievements that stand out to you?
One initiative that stands out is developing The Highlander Club to galvanise giving, make giving more inclusive, and promote the College’s philanthropic endeavours. This provides a platform for us to give back to our leading donors and ensure they know they and their philanthropic support are valued. This initiative is going well, with the number of Highlanders growing to nearly 100!
Another momentous achievement was assisting with the recently concluded $7m campaign “Enabling Access to Andrew’s” and seeing this target reached in 2023.
You have personally supported the College’s various building projects and, most recently, the Geoffrey White Scholarship for Medicine. What has motivated you to support St Andrew’s in these areas?
Initially, I wanted to support the Hanks Building refurbishments, as I knew that increasing the size of the College was important to its future. This inspired me to donate enough to become a Foundation Governor. With the the Geoffrey White scholarship, it was to both recognise a leading Andrewsman and to enable scholarships for regional doctors at Andrew’s and Sydney Uni – to continue a long and proud Andrew’s tradition.
What upcoming projects and initiatives are the Foundation currently focusing on, and what impact do you hope these will have?
Our goals are to continue to grow The Highlander Club and 1867 Circle membership, and help drive the redevelopment of the JCR. With the latter, we hope to see it become a wonderful, welcoming, and warm environment for students, just as it was during my time at College. In addition, to grow the Foundation corpus so that it may provide the College with the majority of scholarship funds, thus freeing up the College to further develop and upgrade its facilities and environment.
As an 1867 Circle Member, a long-time supporter of the College, an alumnus and a philanthropist, what advice would you give to others considering making a gift or leaving a bequest?
I would suggest reflecting and asking yourself a few key questions about your time at College, your fellow students and the times you had: How have they benefited you in your life? Whom do you know who benefited from some form of philanthropy to enable their time at College? How do you feel about that, and how would it make you feel if you could help others access those opportunities?
St Andrew’s was built on the generosity of donors, and by joining those who have come before, you become part of a legacy of giving. There are so many ways to make a meaningful difference, and it is very rewarding to know you are a part of enabling the Drew’s legacy to continue!
WAYS TO GIVE
Your ongoing support is vital to continue providing a world class collegiate experience to current and future generations of students.
We hope you will partner with us as together we continue to build St Andrew’s future as a pre-eminent university college for students. We recognise that philanthropy comes in many shapes and sizes and there are many ways to give back. This is your College and we encourage you to join us on this exciting and important journey in a way that suits you best!
Volunteer
to attend a Professional Development Event
Join our Professional Development Program to support future St Andrew’s College students who are just about to enter the workforce and who would benefit from the shared wisdom of an experienced professional.
Volunteer
to help run an Alumni Event
Become involved with one of the many events the College organises for alumni throughout the year. We hold Young Alumni events, Sporting and Music events, Fresher Year Reunions, Golf Days, the Annual Dinner and more. We can always use the input and assistance of the alumni. We also work closely with the St Andrew’s College Alumni Society Committee and the Young Alumni Committee to organise alumni events. If you are based overseas in London or New York, we would love your help to run regular events for alumni based there.
Volunteer in the College Archives
Volunteer your time to assist our College Archivist with the management of the College’s collection. There is a lot of work still to do around the maintenance and cataloguing of our archival items to make them more readily accessible and we welcome our community’s assistance. Or, if you have photographs or materials that might be of interest to the College’s Archives, please get in touch with our Archivist via: archives@standrewscollege.edu.au
Make a Gift
Any support given to our Scholarships Program or Junior Common Room in particular, will lessen the adverse impact on the financial position of the College and help us to keep St Andrew’s accessible to all.
All gifts to the College are tax deductible and will be acknowledged appropriately within the College’s gifting policies.
Phone us
Call the Advancement Office to discuss your interests and intentions. We would love to hear from you! We can also take gift payments over the phone via credit card or provide you with the details to make a direct bank transfer.
T: +61 2 9565 7303
Visit our website
You can make a gift securely online via credit card (MasterCard/Visa) at: www.standrewscollege.edu.au/alumnicommunity/support-st-andrews/
Send us your details
We can accept cheques made payable to St Andrew’s College or St Andrew’s College Foundation.
Contact us
Postal Address
Advancement Office
St Andrew’s College, within the University of Sydney 19 Carillon Ave, Newtown NSW 2042
Advancement Office
Hannah Atwell
Director of Advancement
T: +61 2 9565 7303
E: advancement@standrewscollege.edu.au
We look forward to hearing from you!
Students on scholarships bring a culture of achievement and hard work to College that inspires everyone to be better. The scholarship program helps to diversify the College community and ultimately helps to produce more successful graduates who can go on to change the world.
