OBITUARIES

FROM PREFECT TO MINISTER

From a Prefect at The Terrace in 1949 to Western Australia's Education Minister in 1982, Jim Clarko – who died suddenly on 7 April, aged 87 – never let the grass grow under his feet.

Even after retiring from politics in 1996, after almost four years as Speaker of the Legislative Assembly, Jim continued his community involvement, including becoming patron or vice-patron of diverse recreational and sporting organisations. Jim was one of ten College Prefects in his Leaving year before embarking on an initial career in education. He graduated with a BA and DipEd from the University of Western Australia and lectured in history and politics.

Peter Lalor (’59), who started at The Terrace in Grade 5 in 1953 and was later a driving force in the revival of Western Australia's gold industry, died on 5 April 2020 after a battle with Alzheimer's disease. He was aged 78.

Peter was a popular student, a competitive handballer and an active member of the College's underage football teams coached by Brother Rod Doyle. His classmates also soon learnt that he was a valuable source of very good football intelligence. Peter was a second-generation Lalor at The Terrace and his father, Jack, was chairman of selectors at the East Perth Football Club during the club's ‘golden years’ (1956–61). Peter would tell us during intense discussions about the next round of matches how one of the club's promising players – who had been a dinner guest at the Lalor’s during the week – believed the Royals could win. We took more notice of In a change of direction in 1974, he was elected to State Parliament as the Liberal Party Member for Karrinyup, which he represented for 15 years. After a redistribution of boundaries, the seat was abolished and Jim was returned for the new Marmion electorate which he represented for the next seven years. His commitment to helping young people become better equipped for life's challenges was rewarded in 1982 when then Premier, Ray O'Connor, appointed him Minister for Education. When Richard Court's coalition government was elected in 1993, Jim was appointed Assembly Speaker, a post he held until his retirement in 1996. But he remained active, including as patron of both the German Shepherd Dog Association and the North Beach Football Club, and vice patron – for 22

GOLD PLATED CONTRIBUTOR

years – of the Claremont Football Club. Peter when it emerged that the player was Graham (Polly) Farmer, the ruckman who would go on to win just about every major football award that counted. Other dinner guests at the Lalor’s included Polly's teammates, Sandover Medallist Ted Kilmurray and key player, Jack Hunt. Polly coached Peter when he played with East Perth's Thirds team. Unlike his older brother Jim (’54), who had been Head Prefect and Dux in 1954, Peter left school after the Junior Certificate year and joined the Rural and Industries Bank (now Bankwest). He also attended Leederville Technical College to qualify to enter the University of WA. Coincidentally he and his younger brother Chris (’62), who had also made his mark at The Terrace and then Trinity – Chris was College Dux in 1962 – both enrolled to study law at UWA in 1963. After graduating, Peter joined the legal firm, Lavan and Walsh, and soon was admitted as a partner. In 1981, he and Chris formed their own partnership and two years later got serious about emulating one of their famous forebears – Peter Lalor of Eureka Stockade fame – by floating Sons of Gwalia NL on the stock exchange to mine gold. At one stage the company was Australia's third At Claremont he renewed acquaintances with John O'Connell, 1949 Terrace Head Prefect, who served as Club President at Claremont Football Club after a distinguished playing career with both the ‘Monts’ and Geelong. In a tribute in The West Australian, John described his old classmate as "an outstanding citizen of integrity, strong character and high moral values". Jim also became a Member of the Order of Australia in 2006 for services to the WA Parliament and community of the City of Stirling. The College offers its sincere condolences to Jim's wife Edith, daughters Fiona, Julie and Lisa and their families, including seven grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Peter Kennedy (’59)

biggest gold producer and controlled one third of the world's tantalum. Peter was an inaugural director of the World Gold Council, President of the WA Chamber of Minerals and Energy and a Director of Gold Corporation. He was also closely involved in the arts – including film and ballet – and chaired the steering committee to help establish the Edmund Rice Centre for Social Justice at the University of Notre Dame Australia. The extensive Lalor family involvement at The Terrace also included their mother Marie, who found time to coordinate the daily mothers' roster for the college's well-stocked – and lucrative – Tuckshop. In her ‘spare time’ Marie also ran the East Perth players' lunches at Perth Oval. Peter is survived by his wife Diana, sons Morgan and Shane, brothers Jim (who lives in Melbourne) and Chris, sisters Kathy and Pauline (older sister Maureen has died), and 17 nieces and nephews. The College extends sincere sympathy to the Lalor family on their sad loss and acknowledges their wonderful contribution to both The Terrace and Trinity.

Peter Kennedy

a 1959 Leaving Classmate

VALE RICHARD STICKMAN (’69)

11 APRIL 1952 – 28 MARCH 2020

Richard grew up in Como, attended Holy Cross Primary School in Kensington and then went to CBC The Terrace in 1961 in Year 4.

Richard was in the first intake to Trinity College when the school opened in 1962 and attended Trinity to the end of Year 12 1969. However, due to health issues, he was never able to sit for the final year exams and go onto further education. During these years at Trinity, Richard attained not only great admiration from all his classmates, giving them a lot of laughs over the time, with his quick wit, great mind and love of the English language, but he also achieved great prowess for his sporting ability and achievements. Richard’s two great loves were his cricket and AFL football, where he achieved great success, not only with the inter-school Trinity PSA teams but also playing with his local suburban team competitions. He played his junior football at the Collier Junior Football Club and for Trinity College, where he won numerous fairest and best awards. Living in the Perth (Demons) Football Club district and being a passionate supporter of the Demons, he aspired to play with them. When Richard was 16-yearsold his parents were approached by then Demons coach, Mal Atwell, to say that they were wanting him to play with them, but his parents declined as they felt Richard was too young. Richard was powerfully built for his age and was considered ready for league football. Unfortunately, Richard’s dream could not be fulfilled because of health problems, when at 16 he was diagnosed with epilepsy, which would remain with him for the rest of his life. Richard was also a champion cricketer, with pace bowling being his specialty. In 1967 as a 15-year-old he was awarded the 1st XI Bowling Prize and also in 1968 and 1969, as Vice-captain of the First XI cricket team. In 1968 he made his first grade debut opening the bowling with South Perth Cricket Club while still in Year 11 (sub-leaving in those days), an incredible feat for someone so young. As with his football, Richard won numerous cricket awards for club and at school. Richard represented the Trinity 1st XVIII football team 1967, 1968 and 1969. He captained the side in 1969, after recovering from a broken leg the previous year. In Year 12, Richard suffered a health set back that would prevented him from going onto further education or sporting participation and disallowed him from even entering the workforce and participating as a full-time worker for any length of time. Richard married and had two children. In the later years, after many neurological operations, time in hospitals and care, Richard was diagnosed with Acquired Brain Injury and was then wheelchair bound and in care. We say goodbye to a giant of our year – in more ways than one – who was respected and admired by all, has fought a tough battle in life as he did in his sport, but was still able to maintain his wit, dry sense of humour and love of all sports. He always had special memories of his beloved Perth Demons and Fremantle Dockers and all great tests and cricket players. Richard, you were a legend of our 1969 year. Thank you for the cherished memories and the privilege of having known you. May you now rest in peace, mate. written by his classmates

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TO BE THE LEADER OF BOYS' EDUCATION AND IN THE FORMATION OF YOUNG MEN FOR OTHERS Our vision is enduring and declares our core purpose as a College. It serves as the standard against which we consider our actions and our decisions.

Our mission:

TO OFFER INNOVATIVE LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES IN A SAFE AND NURTURING ENVIRONMENT WHICH EMPOWERS OUR YOUNG MEN TO REALISE THEIR POTENTIAL. As a Catholic College founded on the traditions of the Blessed Edmund Rice, his example of solidarity with all people challenges us to live out the message of care and inclusion . In partnership with parents, we hold high expectations for the young men in our care and seek to provide a breadth of learning opportunities in a safe and caring environment, enabling academic growth, pride in their College and a commitment to serve others both now and in the future.

Our ambitions:

The 'TC Spirit' is widely acknowledged and celebrated as a unique part of the College community. In reference to the 'TC Spirit', our ambitions below underpin our mission and are a daily reminder of the way we should approach our teaching and learning. We are called to show a:

SPIRIT OF FAITH – to be a proud faith community where gospel values are known, lived and celebrated

SPIRIT OF EXCELLENCE – to provide engaging teaching and learning practices that support wellbeing and inspire personal excellence amongst students to reach their full potential

SPIRIT OF SERVICE – to form young men with the 'TC Spirit' who are authentic, active and outstanding role models in their outreach

SPIRIT OF COMMUNITY – to be an inclusive and welcoming community that supports wellbeing and learning for every student

SPIRIT OF STEWARDSHIP – to seek a real commitment to providing accessibility for all and to building a sustainable future

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