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www.trinity.wa.edu.au CONTENTS FROM THE PRINCIPAL
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JUNIOR SCHOOL
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VALE BROTHER KELLY
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TRIAL OF THE CENTURY
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FAREWELL CLASS OF 2020
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PRESENTATION NIGHT CAMPUS MINISTRY
PERFORMING ARTS PINK SOCK DAY
NAIDOC ASSEMBLY
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ARCHIVES 21 TOBA 22 PRESIDENT'S REPORT
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OBITUARIES 37 WEDDINGS/HONOURS 38 VALE 38
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EREA TOUCHSTONES
As a Catholic school in the Edmund Rice tradition, Trinity College embraces the four guiding Touchstones of the Edmund Rice Education Australia (EREA) Charter. The Touchstones perpetuate the legacy of Blessed Edmund Rice, the founder of the Christian Brothers, and capture the character and culture of all EREA schools. At Trinity College, the Touchstones lay at the heart of 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 we 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. An education at Trinity College should challenge our students to be independent thinkers with the courage and persistence to confront injustice in our society. It should challenge them to stand against the mediocrity so often prevalent in popular culture and encourage our young men to discover what has true worth in this world and to place real and ongoing value upon it. To foster this development, the College encourages a culture of critical thinking, resilience, selflessness, accountability, inclusivity and awareness of their role in stewardship – concepts that are clearly articulated in the four EREA Touchstones.
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To be effective in the formation of Men for Others, the Touchstones are designed to be active values with a view to becoming more deeply embedded in a student’s understanding of their own self and identity. That is, the Touchstones are engaging and dynamic which, when placed within an environment that is nurturing and supportive, encourages students to develop the confidence to immerse themselves into a way of being and thinking that seeks the good for others and ultimately themselves. Such experience can often be challenging and sometimes confronting, but the inevitable outcome is a deeper understanding and more authentic compassion and empathy for others. While Trinity College seeks to incorporate the Touchstones in all areas of the curriculum and co-curricular activities, the College's service and immersion programs are a particularly powerful means of facilitating a deeper understanding of the world, thereby providing the momentum to make it a better place. This is enhanced and supported by the various retreat programs, Religious Education curriculum, pastoral care and formation programs within all aspects of College life.
THE TOUCHSTONES: Liberating Education We open hearts and minds, through quality teaching and learning experiences so that through critical reflection and engagement each person is hope filled and free to build a better world for all. The Touchstone of Liberating Education builds awareness of injustice and marginalisation at a community and global level and seeks to enable students to challenge dominant cultural values. Skills such as critical reflection and independent thinking encourage confidence to confront injustice and the tenacity to persevere when challenged. In action, Christian Service Learning provides a particularly tangible commitment to this Touchstone, with students being able to engage in activities that assist members of their own communities and the wider society. Developing empathy for the marginalised cultivates an appreciation of privilege and a commitment to building a better world for all. Engaging in service gives students a true sense of integrity and purpose.
Gospel Spirituality We invite all people into the story of Jesus and strive to make his message of compassion, justice and peace a living reality within our community. At Trinity College, we believe that Gospel values are immutable and may be embraced equally by people of all faiths. The teachings of Jesus promote the inherent dignity of all, while encouraging empathy and a commitment to action. Spirituality is considered to be a way of living that is open to and energised by a connection to the sacred love of God. By equipping students with a passion for justice, a heart for compassion and desire for peace as modelled by Christ, our students will be challenged to live with a spirit of gratitude and joy that respects the sacredness of all things and all people – to be Men for Others! Gospel Spirituality is honoured through the College's liturgical celebrations that affirm our faith tradition and strong community spirit. Developing skills of reflective practice, prayer and discernment allows space for self-awareness and personal growth.
Inclusive Community Our community is accepting and welcoming, fostering right relationships and committed to the common good. Building a better society begins with building positive relationships within our own College community. Nurturing the dignity of every member encourages open and honest connection which strengthens understanding. However, as stated earlier, this can be counter-cultural and may even challenge some of our own preconceived or acquired personal ideas. While such an approach can be unsettling and confronting, it can also offer the greatest opportunities for real growth. In the tradition of Blessed Edmund Rice, who was committed to breaking down barriers that perpetuate the social divisions of an unjust world, we should recognise and celebrate that for well over a hundred years, Trinity College has sought to offer accessible education and an extensive range of opportunities that provide students with the best possible environment to realise their potential, regardless of their background.
The College honours this commitment at all levels, with pastoral programs, service opportunities and wellbeing and behavioural policies that nurture healthy relationships. Positive role-modelling and leadership from staff and senior students contribute to a climate of respect and friendship where students learn to appreciate their own role in building a welcoming and accepting community.
Justice and Solidarity We are committed to justice and peace for all, grounded in a spirituality of action and reflection that calls us to stand in solidarity with those who are marginalised and the Earth itself. As a faith community, Trinity College is inspired by the deep humanity modelled by Jesus Christ who advocated for the marginalised and spoke out against all forms of injustice. In the light of the teachings of Jesus, we understand that God's love extends to all of creation and we are called to live in respectful harmony with the Earth – to be good stewards. Trinity’s faith formation and religious identity brings authenticity to the College's justice and service programs that provide countless opportunities for our students to open their hearts and minds to the plight of people in need in our community and beyond. Likewise, our outreach activities and various immersion experiences encourage the building of deep relationships of solidarity and a lasting commitment to justice and peace. It is wonderful that many of our young men have access to such opportunities. As outlined earlier, as a Catholic school in the Edmund Rice tradition, the rich message, mature learnings and ongoing challenge provided by the guiding Touchstones, should remain firmly in our vision. Live Jesus in our hearts. Mr Darren O’Neill Principal
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… and so ends a long and beautiful life. A life well lived. Farewell my dear old friend. You will be sadly missed.
Top left: Brother Kelly congratulates Trinity College during Mass at St Mary's Cathedral in 2012 as the College's 'first 50 years in East Perth' are celebrated Top right: Brother Kelly (front) playing handball – a game he loved Bottom left: Brother Kelly meeting students at Edmund Rice Mass, Trinity College, 2019 Bottom right: Brother Kelly at his first teaching school: St Patrick's Launceston, Tasmania, 1941
VALE BROTHER KELLY
A Man Amongst Men This moving tribute by Old Boy, Patrick Coward (’81), on hearing the sad news of the death of Brother Kelly, captures the feelings of so many from the Trinity College community. This morning I woke to the saddest of news that my old friend, the founding Headmaster of Trinity College, Brother James Antoninus (JAK) Kelly OAM, passed away overnight at the age of 99. What a man we have lost! Almost a hundred years of goodness came out of that one gentle man. His legacy is staggering and his achievements are so countless and widespread they will forever remain as enduring reminders of his truly remarkable life. He spent his whole journey constantly and enthusiastically moving forward. Kind, gentle and breathtakingly intelligent, with a disarmingly cheeky sense of humour, he was invigorating company. His memory was vast and unfailing and his storytelling utterly mesmerising – right to the very end. He was the master builder and Trinity College will forever be his monument. But even the great College that he built from nothing, is dwarfed by the colossal and towering shadow of the man himself.
It was a gift to be taught by him, a pleasure to become his friend and a cherished blessing to have been able to spend some wonderful times with him and Brother Rob Callen recently. In his presence I always felt like I was a student – even in my fifties. The silent power and authority came from his visceral and intrinsic goodness. When I was at school, he gave me the greatest gift – he believed in me. He saw something in me that others couldn’t see, and his faith, encouragement, kindness, wisdom and generosity of spirit changed my life. Our friendship began when I was just a boy and continued for more than forty years. For as long as I live it will always be one of my life’s most treasured blessings. He often recited an old gravestone epitaph as a reminder to me of the transient nature of life. There was no time to dilly-dally in JAK’s world. Now was the time. Remember friend as you pass by, As you are now so once was I, As I am now so you shall be, Remember friend, you’ll follow me. … and so ends a long and beautiful life. A life well lived. Farewell my dear old friend. You will be sadly missed. Vale Brother J A (Tony) Kelly CFC, OAM, BA (Melb)
22 September 1920 – 12 June 2020
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Brother Kelly's cortege, led by world champion piper, Old Boy Alisdair McLaren ('96), passing through the guard of honour, Trinity College 2020
Brother James Antoninus Kelly, JAK from his initials, Tony to many and Jim to his family, lived a life committed to the Order of Christian Brothers and to the service of education. As Founder and first Headmaster of Trinity College it was his foresight and leadership that saw the establishment of the College which today is a leading school in the education of boys in Western Australia. Brother Kelly served for two terms as Headmaster of the College 1962–1965 and 1978–1984. It was his love for ‘all things Trinity’ which saw him maintain strong and happy ties with the College until his death. A young Jim Kelly grew up in Sydney and was from a large, happy, musical Irish family. He watched the Sydney Harbour Bridge being built through the train window on his way to school each day and experienced, firsthand, the body-line cricket series between England and Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground with his father. His school life began when he was seven years of age at the Sisters of Mercy in Enmore, Sydney. Four years later, as the recipient of a choir scholarship, he moved to the Christian Brothers’ St Mary’s Cathedral school in the city. It was at St Mary’s that Jim enjoyed the school life and close participation in the many cathedral ceremonies. He especially loved the rich, sacred Latin hymns which, to his disappointment, were rarely sung in later years. Jim was an exceptionally bright young man and in his own words, “I was an ambitious student and enjoyed everything that went on. I was in everything – sport, debating, everything that went on”.
It was also during these years that Jim Kelly came to know the Brothers and recalled, “they were wonderful men who impressed me terrifically and for whom I had great regard”. Such was this regard that 14-year-old Jim Kelly entered the Christian Brothers’ Juniorate in Strathfield and began his lifelong journey as a Christian Brother and to the service of education. Here he continued his studies and graduated in his leaving year with ‘A’ grades in English, Latin, Maths I and Maths II, Physics and Chemistry. This was followed by two years of religious training: first in the Novitiate where he was given the religious name Antoninus and the second in Scholasticate where he received his teacher training. In January 1941, Brother James Antoninus Kelly was in his words “very fortunate” to begin his religious and community life at St Patrick’s in Launceston, Tasmania followed by eight years in Melbourne. As well as teaching during these years he also studied part-time for a Bachelor of Arts degree in Latin, Australian History, Chemistry and Applied Mathematics, finally graduating in 1953. The following year he received notice of his appointment as Headmaster of Christian Brothers’ College (CBC) Fremantle, Western Australia where he spent a six-year term.
Then in 1960 Brother Kelly was appointed Headmaster of Christian Brothers’ College (CBC) Perth or ‘The Terrace’ as it was affectionally known. He was extremely happy with this move as the College had a wonderful reputation and he quickly sensed a united and happy school community on his arrival. However, when recalling this time many years later, he exclaimed, “little did I dream of the startling events that were soon to occur”. In March of that same year the Brothers learnt that the Perth City Council wished to acquire the College to develop a hotel and ceremonial drive for the 1962 Commonwealth Games. After consulting the Christian Brothers’ Provincial and the CBC Perth community, an agreement was reached that should a new site be found within a mile of St Mary’s Cathedral, to maintain the Christian Brothers tradition of having an inner-city school, the Brothers should use the opportunity to relocate and construct a larger more modern school.
His legacy is staggering, his achievements are countless and widespread and they will forever remain as enduring reminders of his truly remarkable life.
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"I'm full of gratitude to God for the blessings He has given me along the way." – Brother Tony Kelly
Many sites were suggested for a new school, from land in Floreat to a row of houses in Wellington Street and even a section of Heirisson Island, but none were deemed suitable. Brother Kelly was under great pressure. Then in May 1960, the City of Perth Town Clerk excitedly called and said, “I have got the spot”. On being taken to see the causeway land for the first time Brother Kelly recalled, “It was a big block they were offering,18 acres, which was six times as big as what we had, and a new school. I could see the vision for the future was pretty bright. I could see what they did at Langley Park. When I came over here the park was like that (causeway site) it was just swampy, marshy land and it had been turned into a nice big playing field and park land. So, I was keen. I immediately rang the Provincial and said ‘look, I think we’ve got the spot’, and he said ‘well do you think I should come over and have a look? Is it as serious as all that?’ And I said ‘come tonight’ because I was very, very keen I must say. And he came over. He was a man of vision and he too could see everything was good – and so negotiations began”. These negotiations, which included Old Boys and business associates, were quickly finalised and Brother Kelly with exceptional business prowess oversaw the planning and building of the new and modern school which was designed specifically for the education of boys. It was one of the largest building projects undertaken by the Brothers in Australia at that time, and the entire process was completed, the College relocated under the new name Trinity College, and with the new crest and motto, ‘In Nomine Domini’, within two years.
Brother Kelly was an exceptional leader but foremost he was an inspiring teacher who believed boys should have the educational opportunities in all the disciplines: religion, academic, cultural and sport. He established a College that provided strong Christian values and academic standards, but he also laid the foundations for future music and sporting programs. When Trinity opened in 1962 the only music available to the students was chorale singing. Brother Kelly set about establishing a more comprehensive program which, because of his love of tradition and ceremony, included the Trinity College Irish Pipes & Drums which were his pride and joy – and to him, his greatest achievement. In 1965, for the benefit of sporting opportunities he negotiated for 40 acres of Clontarf land which would become the Trinity College Waterford Playing Fields and which would ultimately lead to Trinity being invited to join the Public Schools’ Association (PSA) in 1968. By the end of his first term as Headmaster, Brother Kelly had established Trinity College as a school with a strong and progressive future. During his second term as Headmaster, Brother Kelly continued the building program with the P L Duffy Library, rowing facilities, art room and administration, which included facilities for the Performing Arts. In 1984, the interior of the College Chapel was completed when the magnificent pipe organ was installed. In his last year as Headmaster of Trinity College, Brother Kelly realised a dream he had for the College when the Old Boys’ Association handed him the title deeds to land at Dwellingup for an outdoor education camp, now named Camp Kelly. This educational facility is an invaluable part of the Trinity experience for all students.
Brother Kelly was a teacher who enjoyed being in the classroom and his passion for the subjects of Mathematics, the Sciences and Latin is well remembered. Unable to find what he considered suitable maths books for his students he wrote his own five mathematical teaching texts: Secondary School Algebra, Secondary School Trigonometry, Analytical Geometry, Introductory Calculus, Geometry and Trigonometry. So well received were these that he agreed to have them published for general educational use. In the 1987 Queen’s Birthday Honours list, Brother J A Kelly was awarded the OAM, the Medal of the Order of Australia, for services to education. In 2001 he was awarded the Centenary Medal for long service to education as headmaster, teacher and author of mathematical textbooks. Brother Kelly was a man amongst men, a true gentleman who always took a personal interest in each of his students and their families and was dedicated to his staff. He had a wonderful memory for names and was extremely proud of his Old Boys and their achievements and of his beloved Trinity. A few years ago, when recalling his life, he wrote, “After my long span of time as a Christian Brother I’m full of gratitude to God for the blessings He has given me along the way. I have much to be thankful for too: the friendliness, help, inspiration and guidance I have received from my religious Brothers over these many years”. On 22 June 2020 the Requiem Mass for Brother Kelly was held in the Trinity College Chapel – a place he loved. His cortege then passed through a guard of honour of students, staff and members of the College community, led by lone piper, Alisdair McLaren (’96), as he was farewelled from Trinity for the final time. Due to the restrictions of the day, this Mass was followed by a Memorial Mass in the Chapel on 21 September, the eve of what would have been his 100th birthday. Requiescet in pace our Brother Kelly. Mrs Robyn Jennison Archives
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Junior School JUNIOR SCHOOL PRESENTATION NIGHT
The Junior School Presentation Night is a wonderful gathering of our community which celebrates the year and enables us to share some of the many musical talents nurtured throughout the boys’ journey in their time in the Junior School. This year due to COVID-19 Phase 4 regulations, the evening, which is traditionally held in Gibney Hall, was moved to the Sports Centre. This enabled the 700 family members to attend in accordance with the two square metre rule. The evening commenced with the Junior Concert Band, made up of predominantly Year 6 students who began learning their instrument this year. These boys were then joined by some of the Strings Ensemble to form a symphony orchestra. This was a voluntary group, who, rather than play handball in the morning, gave their time to rehearse together. The boys played an arrangement of some wellknown Pirates of the Caribbean tunes.
Boys in Groove is always a crowd favourite with the 50+ boys exuding energy and athleticism whilst telling the story of concerns about climate change. During their second dance, in what has become a fun tradition, the boys were joined by some of the Junior School teachers. This year, six of the teachers received some private tuition from dance teacher, Mrs Paula Nicoletto, to learn their moves – thank goodness they don’t dance for a living! It was then the choirs’ turn to shine. Under the guidance of Mrs Ann Clarke, the boys performed a range of superb choral songs which showcased the talents of the young singers. It was clear to all present that the boys were enjoying performing for their families. The Year 6 class item included a rock band formed especially for this one performance. For me, the highlight of the evening was the mass choir where every student in the Junior School came together in song. Bringing the boys together to sing in harmony is not an easy feat and the resulting performance was simply sensational.
Other notable events during the evening included a marvellous address by Junior School Head Boy, Liam Murray (6W), who possesses such a natural flair for public speaking. The 2021 Head Boy and Deputy Head Boy were announced during the handover ceremony. Congratulations to Henry Clarey (5B) and Edward Jones (5G). Congratulations also to all the award winners for 2020. Whilst there were many staff who assisted in the smooth running of the evening, a special thank you goes to Mrs Ann Clarke, who spent countless hours preparing and coaching the boys, and Mr Bernard Le Tessier, who was responsible for all the planning leading up to the night. Mr Martin Tucker (’87) Head of Junior School
Year 6 students of 2020
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Evan, Connor, Heinrich and Reuben Chok
Ms Nadia Tati and Ben Maine
Trinity College Junior School is currently enjoying a period of sustained sporting success. Holding their 2020 shields (from left) Tieg Maher, Riley Ferguson, Axel Walsh, David Shanahan and Max Radica
Luke Stubbs hugging his grandfather at the Father’s Day Breakfast
Mr Reuben Brennan competing in the Giro di Trinity scooter race
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Junior School Premier, Mr Mark McGowan meets Year 5 students
MEETING THE PREMIER
SPORTING SUCCESS
On Remembrance Day, our Year 5s were lucky enough to meet the Western Australian Premier, Mr Mark McGowan MLA, at Parliament House. The boys talked about Remembrance Day, thanked Mr McGowan for looking after us during the COVID-19 pandemic and presented him with some letters about saving the environment.
The Trinity College Junior School is currently enjoying a period of sustained sporting success. The JPSSA athletics team has now won four carnivals during the last five years, including the last three straight. The cross country team was also victors this year in the JPSSA Carnival. Our boys have also taken home the Ian MacRae Cup for the last three years, which is an annual AFL football game played against Aquinas. The cricket team also has an annual match, against Guildford Grammar, called the Katich Moody Shield. Trinity has won this shield for the last four years. Each year our soccer team competes in the School Sport WA Soccer competition, and this year, our boys were regional champions. Our students and their coaches should be very proud of the sustained success achieved across many sports.
ITALIAN WEEK The Giro di Trinity was a four-stage scooter race around the school between staff and students. Harry, Cooper, Bowie and Samuel from Years 5 and 6 took on Mr Brennan, Ms Gorman, Mr Tucker and Ms Clarke with the students taking out the win. A big highlight for the Year 6s was a pasta making lesson with Tania and Flavia from the Little Italian School and Trinity’s own, Ms Tati. The boys learnt how easy it is to make pasta from scratch with fresh ingredients and using no machinery.
EVENING OF EMINENCE Some of our Year 6s were involved in the Evening of Eminence during the beginning of Term 4. The boys researched an eminent person and presented this information creatively whilst in character. The evening is an accumulation of their learning during the last two terms. This year’s characters included Anne Frank, Greta Thunberg and Mozart.
FATHER’S DAY BREAKFAST A highlight every year in the Junior School is the Father’s Day Breakfast. It was wonderful to see so many dads, grandfathers and uncles in attendance. Trinity dad, Paul Postma, who is Fire Chief at the Wanneroo Central Bushfire Service was the guest speaker and spoke about his own experience as a father.
Wanneroo Central Bushfire Service Fire Chief, Paul Postma, with his son, Isaac, at the Father’s Day Breakfast.
Jordan, Jason and Luca Marocchi
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Curriculum STUDENTS EXPERIENCE TRIAL OF THE CENTURY
On Thursday 5 November, the Year 11 Politics and Law students, along with a number of Year 10 students and a group of Politics and Law students from Mercedes College attended an incursion on the ‘Trial of the Century’. That is the Claremont serial killer trial. The students were extremely fortunate to hear from Detective Senior Sergeant Joe Marrapodi who talked through all the key details. He highlighted the dates and details of the victims going missing as well as the details surrounding the other crimes that Bradley Robert Edwards had pleaded guilty to. He also talked through the process of how DNA evidence came to light after being retested using modern techniques that were not available back in the late 1990s. He drew all the strands of the case together to the point where it became clear that Bradley Edwards was the prime suspect which then led to his arrest on 22 December 2016.
Tara Payne from the Office of The Director of Public Prosecutions then discussed some of the legal issues regarding the different types of evidence that was prepared and presented, such as propensity and circumstantial evidence. She also explained how much information there was to prepare and the rigorous nature of the actual 95 days of the trial. We then heard from Deputy Director of the Office of Public Prosecutions, Carmel Barbagallo SC, who led a discussion about the human side of such a trial and the emotional impact it had on, not just the families, but also the legal teams involved with the trial. Speakers of this calibre are rarely able to make themselves available to schools. As such I thank each of them for giving up their valuable time to speak with our students. I am certain that a number of them have now been inspired to look further into careers down these paths. I also thank Ms Sonia Scordo for her role in making this event come together. Mr Chris Allanson (’91) Head of Humanities
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L-R: Detective Senior Sergeant, Joe Marrapodi, Tara Payne from the Office of The Director of Public Prosecutions and Deputy Director of the Office of Public Prosecutions, Carmel Barbagallo SC with Trinity and Mercedes students
Above: Trinity Massed Choir Below: Lucas Arvino, Dux of College and Mr Darren O’Neill
PRESENTATION NIGHT 2020 Due to COVID-19 restrictions, this major College event was held in our Sports Centre this year and it remained a wonderful celebration of student achievement. Many student awards were presented and outstanding student performance in music and dance was showcased. Once again, the sight and sound of the Trinity Massed Choir to open the evening was a particular highlight, as was the ‘skirl of the pipes’ as our beautifully presented College Pipe Band closed a wonderful evening of celebration. Throughout the night, respective year level awards were presented to many students in recognition of their outstanding achievement in the areas of Academic Studies, Christian Service, Sport and Performing Arts. It was very humbling to listen to the citations that outlined the
achievements and service of our Special Student Award winners. It was a further reminder of the generosity of spirit and the pursuit of personal excellence exhibited by so many of our boys. The evening also afforded our College community an opportunity to formally acknowledge our student leaders. In a very symbolic ceremony, the current 2020 College Prefects were able to ‘hand over’ the office of Student Leadership to the newly elected Prefects for 2021. Under the guidance of Head Prefect, Cameron Pell (12.5) and Deputy Head Prefect Riley Mattingley (12.2) this year’s Prefect group have set a fine example and leave a wonderful legacy for the future. To conclude this ceremony, Thomas Tranter (11.8) was announced as Head Prefect for 2021 and Benjamin Tucker (11.2) was acknowledged as the Deputy Head Prefect.
Trinity Senior Chorale
Presentation Night also gives our community the chance to acknowledge excellence and look to the future. Congratulations to all the award winners from the evening. A special mention goes to the following award recipients: Oscar Hams (7.3)
Head of Year 7
Jack Hansen-Knarhoi (8.3) Head of Year 8 Nathan Tobin (9.8)
Head of Year 9
Max Beros (10.1)
ADF Long Tan Leadership Award (Year 10)
Luca Gosatti (10.7)
Head of Year 10
Samuel Attwater (11.3)
Head of Year 11
Luke Kelly (12.5)
Head of Year 12
Michael Tassone (12.5)
ADF Long Tan Leadership Award (Year 12)
Riley Mattingley (12.2)
Old Boys’ Prize
Cameron Pell (12.5)
Head Prefect (The Christian Brothers’ Medal)
Ethan Regan (12.4)
JP Ilich Award for Outstanding Service to the School in Sport
Rafael Fiore (12.3)
Proxime Accessit
Lucas Arvino (12.2)
Dux of College
Alexander Bradley (12.1)
Archbishop’s Prize for Christian Leadership
Benjamin Tucker and Thomas Tranter
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FAREWELL CLASS OF 2020
1. Graduation Mass at Optus Stadium 2. Sri Krishna Dharmapuri with parents Raghu and Sailaja, and Rafael Fiore with parents Silvana and Renato 3. Year 12s before their final Rumble 4. Willem Lamers, Joshua Locke, Wilson Nguyen, Jamie Allen, Rafael Fiore and Kenzie Bui 5. Cameron Pell with parents Shana and Jon 6. The graduating Class of 2020
In a series of moving Graduation events, our College community was able to farewell and celebrate our Leaving Class of 2020 in true style. The celebrations commenced with a Farewell Breakfast for our graduating students. This was generously hosted by TOBA. President, Dion Smith (’87) welcomed the boys as Old Boys and spoke to them about the importance of staying connected, reaching out to the network of support that is available to them, being supportive of ‘their College’ and to be truly grateful of the many opportunities provided for them. Old Boy and invited guest, Mark Readings (’87) spoke of the strong bonds that are developed through Trinity and then encouraged the boys to seek excellence and to be good citizens that actively advocate for others. The Year 12 students then gathered in the Sports Centre for a final Farewell Assembly. The secondary students and staff were joined by many parents and families to acknowledge and celebrate the achievements of the Leaving Class. In a respectful and very emotional ceremony, the Year 12 students were piped into the assembly and presented to the community. Outgoing Head Prefect, Cameron Pell (’20) Year 12 students leaving the Graduation Assembly through the Guard of Honour
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gave his final reflection, challenging all students to make the most of the many opportunities that Trinity provides and encouraged his fellow graduates and ‘brothers’ to continually strive for excellence in all that they do. Flanked by their parents who formed a guard of honour, and led by our College pipers, our graduating class then processed out of the Sports Centre for a final time, exiting the College with dignity and respect. It was wonderful to witness the pride they had in Trinity as the rest of the College acknowledged them and wished them well. Later in the evening, the Graduation Mass and Dinner were held. Joined by family and friends, the students participated in a very special and intimate Mass – coming together in communion and prayer to share in the Eucharist. The graduating students used this special occasion to give thanks to their parents in appreciation of their support and love during these formative years. As part of the Mass, each student was acknowledged and presented with their graduation scrolls and Christian Brothers’ medals. It was a wonderful occasion that allowed families and the College to respectfully celebrate and congratulate our Year 12 graduating students.
Following the Mass, students from our graduating class, their parents and many of the College staff gathered for a beautiful meal prior to listening to some formal addresses that captured the students’ journey at Trinity College. It was a special evening that enabled students, families and staff to share stories and wish each other well for the future. It also gave the boys and respective families an opportunity to acknowledge the guidance and leadership of Head of Year, Mr Joel Shinkfield. Mr Shinkfield has been a wonderful and very present advocate for our graduating class. He has challenged them to great things, celebrated their formation and been a wonderful role model for them all. The College formally congratulates our 2020 Graduating Class and thanks each of them for being such wonderful and humble young men. We trust that as they leave our College, they do so with pride and as people of integrity, with a real sense of self-worth and purpose. We also take great comfort in knowing that they leave our College with a strong sense of faith and pray that they find peace knowing that God will continue to travel with them on their journey ahead. We are very proud of them and offer them all God’s blessings for the future.
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Campus Ministry
Some of the Kimberley Immersion students
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2020 KIMBERLEY IMMERSION
Preston Campbell at the Yarliyil Art Centre
Trinity boys and local Years 1 and 2 students dancing in a creek bed at Banjo Bore
The 2020 Kimberley Immersion began in Broome on Saturday 19 September with twelve students: Kurt Arthur (11.2), Sam Attwater (11.3), Preston Campbell (11.6), Xavier Dawson (11.1), Lachlan Eames (11.1), Robert Hansen (11.3), Lachlan Moroney (11.8), Ben Tucker (11.2), Harry Smith (11.1), Flynn Tyson (11.4), Oliver White (11.5) and three staff – all very excited to experience all that the Kimberley has to offer. Our first adventure was a 6.00am trip to Gantheaume Point to see the dinosaur footprints at low tide and despite being on crutches, Lachlan managed to clamber down and over the rocks to explore the area. There was not much time for the Halls Creek group after that to prepare for the long drive. It was dusk by the time they arrived at Burks Park Station, which was the accommodation for the week. The next day they were warmly welcomed by staff and students at Halls Creek District High School and settled into primary classes where they spent the week assisting with activities. Oliver was keen to assist with sport so he spent time helping in a range of activities, including managing the fire hose which sprayed water on the giant slippery slide, which students with good attendance records were allowed to enjoy on one of the last days of term. Preston was lucky to visit the Yarliyil Art Centre with the Year 6 class to participate in creating art works. The group visited the Art Centre earlier in the week and learnt about the many styles of Aboriginal paintings which come from this area. The highlight of the week was the Learning on Country Experience at Banjo Bore with Years 1 and 2 students, where they made and cooked damper on an open fire, did face painting and craft activities, played games and finally danced in the middle of the dry creek bed under the spray of the fire hose. The group was very grateful to the staff at Halls Creek DHS who were so appreciative of our visit and gave us so many opportunities to be involved with the community.
The Wyndham group had a long day to fill, attending Mass at Broome Cathedral and then exploring Chinatown before meeting Mr O’Malley at the airport. They did not travel to Wyndham until the next day, but it didn’t take them long to be settled at St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School visiting classes, helping younger students with activities and getting to know the many amazing people who work at the school. This included many Aboriginal assistants who took them out after school hours to explore the country, spend some time fishing and learning about Aboriginal culture and lifestyle. Playing basketball with the children was another highlight of the time. Harry and Sam entertained everyone playing the piano and the guitar whenever possible. The hospitality and generosity of the St Joseph’s community was amazing. Back in Broome, the Wyndham group prepared and handed out food to families with the Feed The Little Children program which was an eye-opening and heartfelt experience. Over the final days the whole group was able to experience some of the delights of Broome visiting Cable Beach, the Crocodile Park, Coconut Wells and learn about the history of the Kimberley and the pearling industry at the Sisters of St John of God Heritage Centre. Good meals were prepared by the boys throughout the Immersion and every night the group gathered to write in their journals, share reflections on their experiences and pray together. Thank you to the staff who helped to make it a wonderful experience: Mr Jason O’Malley, Mr Ben Mitchell and Ms Anjelica Mallis. Mrs Marya Stewart Director of Christian Service
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Performing Arts THE MIKADO On the highly anticipated evenings of 6, 7 and 8 August, Gibney Hall was a sight to behold as Trinity College proudly presented The Mikado.
holidays was a blast and it was not long before we had created friendships and a whole mental box of inside jokes that we will remember and cherish for a lifetime.
Gilbert and Sullivan operas are renowned for their relentless tunes and pervasive influences over the pop-culture undermining the English-speaking world. Satirical yet illogical and often spiced with unexpected moments of breathtaking poignance, their pieces and plots bring a unique, memorable comedy to every theatre they are introduced to. Their composition of The Mikado is indeed no exception, and Trinity sought out to make sure of that.
Of course, one cannot simply summarise this year’s happenings without mentioning COVID-19. As it soon crept over the globe and caused shutdowns across the state, our rehearsal schedule saw a sizable update, and the consequential hiatus left some doubtful of whether the show would go on. Fortunately, the sentiment was brief and despite this obstacle, our spirits were all held high throughout.
Inspired by Australian production company Essgee Entertainment’s 1995 rendition, our scripts took aboard our own plethora of ‘Down Under’ references, such as AFL coaches, the abundance of snakes and spiders and Chris Hemsworth. Some songs were retained from the original Savoy version, others attuned to the Essgee depiction, and a few lyrics and lines were changed to suit the 21st century familial Perth crowd. Cast members were delighted to audition in 2019 and be selected, as all of us deeply appreciated the art behind the opera as well as the steadfast skill and teamwork required to achieve it. Alongside the Trinity boys were girls from Mercedes College, St Brigid’s College and Corpus Christi. Every rehearsal, whether it was during a Sunday, Wednesday after school, or
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Leading up to the final rehearsal, the other cast members and I were all thrilled in anticipation. It was quite obvious; it had been almost a year since we had auditioned and now finally we were soon able to illustrate our interpretations, talents and the result of nine months of hard work for a budding audience. On the performance nights as soon as we entered stage, we were all dressed snazzily, all doused in make-up and ready to perform! We were there to act our parts out, sing our hearts out and dance the arts out. We were there to overdo every single little thing. We were there to ‘G & S it up’! Greeted with colourful cast-made origami cranes and farewelled with a dazzling display of fountain fireworks, our audiences seemed to climb in enthusiasm and interaction each night, deeming our final performance deserving of a standing
ovation. It is a tremendous feeling being subjected to that amount of cheer and applause and we all took it as one of the many signs our heartfelt passions and hard efforts were indeed being paid off. A production isn’t a production without the guidance and expertise of the staff. Directed by Ms Lisa Laurino, Musical Direction by Dr Robert Braham and choreographed by Mrs Paula Nicoletto, The Mikado and its cast were blessed with a leadership and mentorship few school productions see. Mr Ben Mitchell was the perfect stage manager and our repetiteurs, Mrs Ann Clarke and Mr Peter Shanhun, were amazing in coaching us and polishing our vocal parts. Returning to the College after graduating last year, Ethan Gosatti (‘19) was awesome as assistant stage manager and Declan Allen (‘19) who assisted in choreography, likewise. The orchestra, comprised of students and staff, was what added the final touch. After quickly learning their music, the instrumentals, melodies and ballads they produced were all-powerful. I feel as though one can only truly appreciate any event or experience in retrospect. Looking back at the experience that Trinity’s The Mikado gave me, there are so many memories and serendipities that I will be forever grateful for. I loved rehearsing and performing alongside my friends and peers in what was one of my favourite high school adventures. Daniel Santelli (12.6)
Daniel Santelli as Nanki-Poo
Jack Le Goueff as Pooh-Bah
Cast: Daniel Santelli, Harry Smith, Jack Le Goueff, Sholto Foss, Ben Tucker, Thomas Gavin, Luke Alderslade, Sophie Carroll, Jada Rattray, Jonathan Slater, John Van Beek, Harry McHardie, Jess Higgins, James Mahoney, Cale Boska, Eli Loveland, Darcy Hoye, Joshua Horgan, Zach Neveldsen, Max Hewitt, Rafael Sitorus, Michael Tassone, Kizito Mutoya, James Cridland, Ivy Fuentes, Jayde Watson, Opal Coote, Emily Neal, Odette Aitchison, Rachel Whittington, Lara Tucker Creative Team: Mrs Lisa Laurino, Dr Robert Braham, Mrs Paula Nicoletto, Mr Declan Allen (’19), Mr Ben Mitchell, Mr Ethan Gosatti (’19)
Sholto Foss as Mikado
Orchestra: Mrs Ann Clarke Mr Peter Shanhun Ms Rebecca McGregor Mr Nicholas Schurmann Mr Shane O’Neill Paulo Mathew (10.2) Miss Kate Pitcher Ms Tracey Harris Mr Steven Harmer Griffin Woodhouse (12.6) Willem Lamers (12.6) Isaac Pinto (11.4) Mr Louis Frere-Harvey (‘07) Declan Ryan (12.1) Samuel Hu (11.7) Dr Melissa Fitzgerald Mrs Lena Bennett
Below: Harry Smith as Ko-Ko, Jada Rattray as Katisha and Jack Le Goueff
Backstage: Taylor Hannah, Joshua Sumich, Spencer Bluntish
The Mikado cast and crew
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SENIOR SCHOOL DRAMA SHOWCASE
Bradley Paulet and Eli Loveland
Michael Tassone (Drama Captain)
This year’s edition of the Senior School Showcase evening certainly maintained an incredibly high standard of performance, carrying on from previous years. The Year 11s performed a variety of absurdist scripted monologues and group performances from texts such as Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead by Tom Stoppard and Ruby Moon by Australian playwright Matt Cameron. Each performance was exceptional in the way the actors brought into the absurdist nature of the texts – a challenging form to master. The Year 12s performed a variety of Original Scripted Performances (OSP) and scripted monologues, ranging from humorous, sadistic and realist. The opportunity to perform in front of an audience was fantastic preparation heading into our upcoming WACE exams, with both performances being components of our practical exams. The 12s were outstanding in their interpretation of each character, allowing the audience to connect strongly with the dramatic action.
The Year 12s also had the amazing opportunity to perform at Mercedes College’s OSP Night. It was a great chance to see a range of performance pieces which were all outstanding and the Mercedes students did a great job. In addition to having an audience present, these pieces were also graded with very helpful feedback to improve our pieces before exams.
A special thank you goes to Mrs Kathleen Cocks, Head of Arts at Mercedes for giving our Year 12s the opportunity to perform at their OSP night and Ms Lisa Laurino for the incredible amount of work that went in to contributing to the high standard of performances on display. It was a wonderful opportunity to showcase to their family and friends all the hard work the Senior School students have put in this year, as well as highlight what Drama has to offer at Trinity College. Michael Tassone (12.5) Drama Captain
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Sport PINK SOCK DAY
COVID-19 might have changed the way we live and work but it wasn’t going to stop Trinity College hosting our fifth Pink Sock Day on the final fixture of the winter season. The Trinity community gathered in numbers, put aside the blue and green for the weekend and allowed pink to take centre stage to raise awareness and much needed funds for the McGrath Foundation. The McGrath Foundation supports thousands of families across Australia that have been affected by breast cancer. They provide free support for those suffering with breast cancer and rely on donations from the community to be able to provide this. The money raised by the College community on Pink Sock Day will be used to provide individuals and their families with nurses from the time of diagnosis, right throughout treatment. In 2020, the Junior School joined in on the fundraising, ‘pulling on their socks’ for their final Thursday fixture. It was amazing to see the Trinity community gather as one and embrace such a good cause.
The Junior School ‘A’ teams and Senior School 1st teams all wore pink socks during their matches and student volunteers shook tins for donations. The 1st team coaches sported ever so stylish pink polos and the 1st XVIII footballers wore wore guernseys with a pink centrepiece for the very first time. The senior players also presented flowers to their mums in gratitude for everything they do.
Mr Brett Silver and son Jaxon, Ms Amanda Marocchi and Mr Darren O’Neill
This event began under the guidance of 2016 Head Boy, Lochie Taylor, and we are proud that it continues to be an annual event becoming bigger and better each year. Although the primary goal of this day is to raise funds for the McGrath Foundation and its cause, we see it as a day to stop and reflect on the influential women that are present in our lives, consider how lucky we are and say thank you. A huge thank you also goes to all those who have been a part of the Pink Sock Day in 2020 and I look forward to continuing tradition and supporting such a great cause in 2021. Ms Amanda Marocchi Head of Year 10
Katalin and Carlos Torre
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TRINITY COLLEGE
NAIDOC Assembly
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Archives 1. The Didge Boys 2. Diversity Rory Charles and Nehemiah Reuben 3. Cultural Dance led by Brendan Bin Omar 4. Ms Amanda Marocchi is presented with the Year 10s’ NAIDOC Week project
At our College assembly on Tuesday 11 August, we gathered as a community to acknowledge and enjoy our NAIDOC celebrations by acknowledging and celebrating the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people within our wider society and, more importantly, those within our own College community. We enjoyed the chance to hear from our students, past and present, as they shared their culture, traditions and history through prayer, music, story and dance. We were blessed to have some of our own talented Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students present. Student mentor, Ben McGuire (’17), delivered a ‘Welcome to Country’ and then former student and current staff member, Lachlan Sibosado (’19), gave a wonderfully moving and deeply honest address about his own experiences as a young Aboriginal man. Referring to his own experiences, he emphasised how important it was for every person to determine their own thoughts and their own actions in creating pathways in their life. It was a powerful message about determining your own destiny through the choices you make and the mindset you bring. His address was heartfelt, sincere and very thought-provoking. A particular highlight of the assembly was a presentation of a traditional Aboriginal painting to Head of Year 10, Ms Amanda Marocchi. Assisted by talented Year 11 student, Rory Charles (11.2), the beautiful and colourful piece incorporated the thumbprints of all our Year 10 students. Some of our Years 7–10 boys played an original piece on the didge and beatbox and talented student, Nehemiah Reuben (11.8) then performed a beautiful song, Never Had it Like This, supported by Rory Charles on the cajon. Finally, a large group of students performed an Aboriginal cultural dance that was choreographed by former student Ben McGuire with the assistance of Brendan Bin Omar (12.1). In closing, Nehemiah acknowledged the many supporters of our Aboriginal Program and thanked the many people who assisted with our NAIDOC assembly, making special note of Mr Gary Malarkey ('70) and Ms Karrene McLernon for the wonderful work they do.
The national NAIDOC theme this year was ‘Always Was, Always Will Be’. All Australians are invited to walk with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in a movement that seeks a better future. In particular, there exists a clear call to honour and respect the voice of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people at all levels of our society and communities. This speaks of good stewardship in respecting the past and being faithful to the future. As a Catholic school in the Edmund Rice tradition, Trinity College has, at the very core of our mission, a call to be inclusive of every person. Being an inclusive community is identified as one of our four Touchstones. Further to this, within our College Strategic Plan, we make clear reference to our Spirit of Community which challenges us to be an inclusive community that supports the wellbeing and learning of every student. Put simply, our Trinity community is challenged to be accepting and welcoming; to foster respectful and right relationships; to seek the good for all; to appreciate and celebrate diversity; to be a safe place where every person is known and belongs; and where voices can be heard. Over many years, Trinity College has shown a real commitment to providing opportunities for many Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. They have proudly taken their place in the wider community due, in some part, to the educational experience and formation that they have received at Trinity. Today, we are still very blessed to have amongst us many Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander boys. We thank them for sharing their culture, their talents, their knowledge, their leadership and their voices. Together we must continue to hear the voices of all people.
THANK YOU The Archives of Trinity College and the Trinity-Terrace Old Boys’ Association extend sincere thanks to: Mr John Misztal (’63) for donating his wonderful collection of Polish stamps in an old leather bound stamp collector’s book and his collection of stamps from around the world presented in a ‘Premier Globe Stamp album’ which was a gift to him from his father in 1960. Mr Peter Sharpe (‘81) for donating his collection of Trinity College Annuals spanning the years 1971–1990, booklets detailing the life of Blessed Edmund Rice, a book of music for Edmund Rice, CD of music for Edmund Rice and a booklet telling the story of Nano Nagle. Mr Neil Clements (’65) for again thinking of the College Archives and for donating an original copy of a letter from Brother Kelly to all parents at the end of the 1961 school year detailing the arrangements for the transfer to the new Trinity College, as well as an original school fee list also from that time. Mr Frank Batini (’58) for once again thinking of the College Archives and for donating his school Gladstone bag which he used when a student at CBC Perth in the years 1956–1958. Mr Ern Richardson (’41), and great grandson, Ji (4G), for donating a 29 March 1962 The Record Catholic newspaper which features the new Trinity College on the front page, numerous articles about the new College and advertisements by business houses which provided many of the fittings throughout the College.
OUR HISTORY
To be part of Trinity College is to be part of a school with a long and rich history. To learn who and what has gone before us and to create an understanding of the College’s history encourages a ‘sense of belonging’ that will give today’s students a sense of their heritage and what it is that makes Trinity College so special. To help bring this history and all its traditions alive, Trinity College Archives collects and preserves memorabilia from Christian Brothers’ College (The Terrace), St Patrick’s School in Perth and Trinity College. We welcome donations of any items which relate to these schools and which tell the story of our College’s history including photographs, year books, badges, student text and work books, events programs, uniforms and sporting memorabilia. If you wish to make a donation or have a chat about our history, please contact the College Archivist, Mrs Robyn Jennison at jennison.robyn@trinity.wa.edu.au or phone the College.
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PRESIDENT’S REPORT
Talking about how COVID-19 has affected us is starting to become a bit of a cliché, but it HAS been an unusual and different year to what we are accustomed to and I am proud to say that we at TOBA have adapted how we hold or celebrate our events and discovered some new ways to do things. We are also very lucky to live where we live and I give thanks for that. Some of our events needed to be cancelled – some milestone reunions, the Sportsmen’s Lunch which we all look forward to, the Winter Sports Day and the Trinity Sunday Mass. However, some events did go ahead – albeit a little differently. Our planned Anzac Day Remembrance Service was cancelled, but we remembered our Veterans by hand delivering Anzac parcels to Veteran Old Boys. The Summer Sports Day went ahead and even though it was a 36 degree day, there was some exciting competition and lots of fun between the Old Boys and the students. The students won the tennis and water polo and the Old Boys triumphed overall, by winning the basketball, cricket, volleyball and rowing. Thank you to everyone who arranged teams, umpired, cooked a snagger or came along to encourage. We welcomed 130 new Old Boys into the TOBA family recently at the 2020 Graduation Breakfast. This year, fellow 1987 classmate Mark Readings (’87) was guest speaker. Mark has had an extensive career in media and I invite you to read more about the breakfast event in this magazine. In the background, TOBA has been supporting the College in a variety of ways. The Old Boys contributed to the new electronic scoreboard at the Trinity Playing Fields at Manning as well as to the Friends of Performing Arts towards their new piano and we will continue our support of rowing by paying for the lease at Champion Lakes. We also held a fundraiser for Trinity scholarships through Michael Kerrigan (’79) and his Hayshed Hill winery in Margaret River. At the recent Sundowner, I was able to publicly thank our former President, Peter Torre (’89). Peter was an outstanding President of TOBA for the last six years, but prior to that he was on the committee, then Vice President before becoming President in 2014, where he was instrumental in the progression of the TOBA motto of ‘Keeping the Spirit Alive’. Peter’s Junior School TOBA assemblies were unforgettable. Here, he had a platform to share his passion and vast knowledge of the rich history of the College. He also seized these opportunities to widen the learning of these young students by arranging visits from such groups as the Pipes & Drums and rowing’s 1st VIII crew. He’s been known to belt out a decent TC war cry or two and was instrumental in instigating the ‘Rumble Cup’, where students from each House compete by performing their most passionate TC war cry. In recognition of Peter’s contribution to TOBA, he was made an Honorary Life Member this year. Thank you, Peter. Your contribution to the entire Trinity community is immeasurable. We are crossing our fingers for a full calendar and some normality in 2021. In the meantime, keep being involved with the young men of Trinity so that we, as Old Boys, can Keep the Spirit Alive. Keep safe and we look forward to seeing you all in 2021. Dion Smith (‘87) President Trinity-Terrace Old Boys’ Association
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CLASS OF 2020 WELCOMED TO TOBA
It was a stunning October morning for the TOBA Graduation Breakfast. Graduates and loved ones had an early start, attending an informal breakfast in Centenary Park, followed by presentations in the Sports Centre where the Class of 2020 was officially welcomed to TOBA by President, Dion Smith (’87).
As is tradition, the cohort turned and faced their parents, while Dion said, “On behalf of the boys we want to thank you, Mum and Dad, for every parent involvement of my schooling journey – early morning drop offs / late night pickups / making recess and lunches that sometimes didn’t get eaten / constantly paying and replacing lost uniform and sporting items / helping with homework until Year 11 when the content got a little too hard / watching me at weekend sport / and for your financial sacrifices for school fees and overseas trips and your unconditional love and support.”
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Dion reminded the 2020 cohort that they now belong to a vast network of 14,500 strong other Old Boys who have worn the same uniform, competed against the same sporting rivals, sung the same war cries and shared thousands of similar experiences. He spoke about the importance of connection and the unique opportunities that TOBA offers to its members and community and the network of Old Boys who can support and assist in a myriad of ways. His final message was “don’t be a stranger”. Dion then introduced guest speaker and classmate, Mark Readings (‘87).
Declan Ryan
After graduating, Mark was successful in being awarded a cadetship at the radio station 6PM and worked there for four years before landing a role at Channel 9. For the next 23 years he worked at Channel 9 covering every AFL and cricket season plus worked on the Commonwealth and Olympic Games with the highlight being the 2012 Olympics in London. During that time, he also did radio commentary on AFL and cricket. In 2003 Mark won a Logie award for his coverage of the Bali bombings (Mark was in Paddy’s Bar when the first bomb exploded).
Tryse and Izayah Rioli with their sister Jiyah and Grandmother Robyn Collard
Guest speaker, Mark Readings (‘87) and TOBA President, Dion Smith (‘87)
Declan Ryan and Head Prefect, Cameron Pell
Class of 2020 Rumble
In 2014 Mark moved to Channel 7 where he works for 7news and hosts a football show from Optus Stadium. He is also part of the team which presents Telethon for Channel 7. Mark spoke about the deep connection and camaraderie formed during his time at TC and the continuing friendships he shares with the Class of 1987, reflecting on his four classmates who have since passed away. Mark also shared some amusing anecdotes from his school days. Graduates swapped their College tie for the TOBA tie and after the official TC assembly, the cohort performed the famous TC Rumble! – a very emotional morning for our new graduates and their families. Jess Higgins with parents Paul (‘82) and Jo
Brendan Bin Omar and Sidney Roberts with his family
TOBA Committee Members, Terry Jones (‘70) and son Chris (‘97)
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Luke Torre, with his children
Luke with wife Antoinette
LUKE TORRE
…this is my vocation; what I was called to do. This is the plan God has in store for me and He gave me the gifts to do it.” These unwavering, but humble, words are said without hesitation by Old Boy, Luke Torre (’93), who is a medical specialist in the Intensive Care Unit at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital, which, during the first half of 2020, was also a COVID-19 ICU. In ‘normal’ times, this job is high pressure, high risk and high reward – but indescribably so during these stressful and unknown times dealing with coronavirus. When Luke was a student at Trinity, the term ‘Man for Others’ didn’t yet feature as the College motto. Not that that mattered – for Luke has aspired to live his life helping others. His father always taught him that on Judgement Day, God will ask, “what did you do with the talents I gave you?” Luke says, “that question has always stuck with me and I live to make sure my answer is worthy. I am compelled to use my talents to the best of my ability and I never take for granted the privilege of receiving a good education”.
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In Luke’s own words, “coronavirus brought ICU into the spotlight in a way rarely seen before. It was an extremely busy period, preparing for a possible catastrophe like that which gripped Lombardy Italy, New York and many other cities around the world. Work became all-consuming for three to four months with endless planning meetings, reading, writing, emailing, collaborating with different teams within the hospital and indeed across WA. All this was simply added to the busy day-to-day work of caring for critically ill people without COVID-19”. Dealing with this crisis taught Luke a lot about people, as he reflects: 1. Leaders lead. Leaders take ownership of a situation and create hierarchies to work through all the possibilities. Leaders provide stability, focus, confidence and calm. Without leaders, it would descend into chaos. 2. A crisis brings out the best and worst in people, but mostly brings out their best. The willingness of people to help and do whatever they could to contribute
was inspiring. I even had a dentist ring me, volunteering to help in ICU because the lockdown had closed his business! 3. Human beings fundamentally respond positively to challenges and seek to solve any problem, no matter how daunting. We are an amazing entity, truly favoured amongst God’s creatures. 4. Every cloud has a silver lining. Crises necessitate urgent change and often you discover that some changes are good! Alterations happen you wish you had done sooner and will make permanent. “What mattered most was that a patient diagnosed with COVID-19 needed to know that my team and I were there for them. It was essential to walk into that patient’s room as if I was visiting any other ICU patient – for their sake – for them to know they were a person, not a disease; to know I wasn’t afraid of them or the virus and I was there to help. Despite all my PPE, I would talk to them, touch them and treat them like any patient.” “People have asked me if I am afraid of getting COVID-19? To be honest I never really worry about it. But I don’t mean that flippantly. I always take the right precautions to protect myself, my staff and my family. For example, I didn’t visit my parents in person for weeks during the pandemic”. But God chose me to help these people and I want to do that. I have complete faith in God that what will be, will be. I pray to him to protect my family and myself, but at all times His will be done.”
SUMMER SPORTS DAY
“I love my job in ICU as it enables me to use my skills to their fullest. I make a difference every day in the lives of people and get to serve others which brings great purpose and fulfilment. It is emotionally and physically taxing – not every day is a happy day.” Luke arrived at Trinity College in 1985 as a Year 4 student and in 1993 he graduated as Dux of his year. He represented TC in 1st XVIII football, 1st VIII tennis and was Captain of the Year 12 debating team. After leaving school he played 184 games at TrinityAquinas Amateur Football Club. He always had a passion to understand how things worked: whether it was the human body or the universe. Luke explains, “I found the science subjects enthralling and my favourite school subjects of maths, chemistry and physics have great application in the vocation of medicine. I feel privileged to have acquired skills and knowledge that can save lives and improve health”.
Our TOBA/TC sports days are always full of enthusiasm, camaraderie and healthy competition between the two groups. Even a 36 degree day in October didn't deter TOBA and TC teams in the quest to win the Steve Leahy Cup at the TOBA Summer Sports Day. TOBA was triumphant overall, winning basketball, cricket, volleyball and rowing with TC picking up tennis and water polo. No doubt, there were a few weary bodies at the end of the day! Thanks to all those who arranged teams, umpired games, participated or cooked a snagger on the barbecue. It was a wonderful day for our community. If you’re interested in playing in any of these sports in the future, we’d love to hear from you. Please email toba@trinity. wa.edu.au to register your interest. Photo credit to Tom Campbell at Total Sports Photography
Luke married Antoinette, a General Practitioner, in 2006 and they have been blessed with five children: Xavier, Grace, Gabrielle, Isaiah and Christian. Luke’s five closest mates are TC boys who have known each other since they were nine years old. In Luke’s words, “that depth of connection is irreplaceable”. Luke is now sharing his knowledge and skills with the next generation of doctors as an Adjunct Professor of Critical Care Medicine at Notre Dame University School of Medicine. Luke’s advice to younger Trinity men and boys is, “don’t pursue happiness. That will lead to selfserving, materialistic endeavours with instant gratification, but which ultimately end in emptiness. Instead, pursue something challenging; something big, something difficult, something requiring significant personal sacrifice over a long period of time. Discipline yourself to see it through, one step at a time. That will bring happiness, and what’s more, it will be a life well lived”. … good advice from a true Man for Others.
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OLD BOYS RETURN TO THE CLASSROOM
Approximately 40 Golden Heritage Club members ranging from the Class of 1948 to the Class of 1970 were invited 'Back to the Classroom' to be interviewed by Year 6 students. It is wonderful to witness Old Boys engaging with current students. There is a subtle but obvious bond that connects them. As always, the Old Boys relished in sharing their own stories of their own school days, with some bringing their own memorabilia along, such as photos, uniforms and even an old ink pot and nibs. Most of the Year 6 boys didn’t even know about these sorts of ‘writing tools’ let alone seen one! Old Boys were amazed hearing what school is like for Year 6 students these days and the endless opportunities available to them. After the interviews, students walked with their new buddies to Gibney Hall, where the conversation continued over lunch before the commencement of the Junior School assembly. Following the award presentation, special guest Peter Torre (’89) spoke about the history of this great College and the meaning of each crest that hangs on the walls in Gibney Hall and how they have evolved over the years. The group then said a prayer for Brother J A Kelly, who passed away earlier this year. All this was topped off with a war cry, which brought the house down! Old Boys then walked the House flags: Chanel, Campion, Queens and Xavier to the stage.
When the Old Boys headed home, the Year 6 boys set about writing to their new ‘old’ friends, thanking them for the time spent with them. Here are some excerpts from their letters:
“I found it interesting that the only camp was for the army cadets; that you could play football, cricket and shooting a gun and that you couldn’t play soccer, rugby, basketball and water polo.”
“I was intrigued that you were in St Mary’s Cathedral Choir when you were at Trinity, as my brother is now. I liked how you were so passionate about answering our questions and telling us about your life growing up at this school. I was amazed that you had around 60 boys in your classroom because now we only have 25 per class.”
Luca Travaglini (6W)
Jackson Scarparolo (6GD) “My group found your stories very interesting, for example, the fact that you did your swimming trials in the river. I liked that, just like me, you were a good runner and swimmer.” Bailey Minderman (6B) “I liked how you got to show us all your old stationery. It was interesting and I loved drawing with the old pens with ink and writing our names. I found out that CBC Terrace was a lot smaller than Trinity College now. It is cool how the uniforms have stayed basically the same and have the crest over the heart of the shirt. I loved all the facts that you shared with us as we learnt many things about Trinity College’s history.” Harry Jenkins (6G)
Several Golden Heritage Club Old Boys replied to the students. One was from Frank O’Connell (’51). “Thank you for your nice letter and for a great day of interaction. I never cease to be impressed with the quality and manners of you all. You are a credit to your parents and the school. It was 70 years since I was at school and so much has changed, but the one thing that will never change is ‘the spirit of CBC/Trinity’. Be proud of your school and appreciate the opportunity to represent this great school. God bless and keep up the good work.” We sincerely thank our wonderful Old Boys for ‘returning to the classroom’. Also, thank you to our Year 6 students; Acting Head of Junior School, Mr Bernard Le Tessier; Junior School teachers Ms Evelyn Temmen, Mr Jason O’Malley, Mr Rueben Brennan and Ms Elena Santalucia for embracing this most enjoyable event. We also thank all Trinity staff who assisted with this event.
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Reunions CLASS OF 1945 AND 1950 … CELEBRATING THEIR 75TH AND 70TH ANNIVERSARY REUNION George Bebich and Frank Carr
The Classes of 1945 and 1950 celebrated their 75th and 70th Reunion with a luncheon at the Duxton Hotel – which now sits on the site of these Old Boys’ former beloved school (CBC, Perth). The love that these Old Boys feel for their old school is still immense – and the camaraderie between them has not waned over time. Of course, it wasn’t long before their thoughts turned to their pals who are no longer with us and a glass was raised in honour of these classmates. Conversation flowed freely and some wonderful memories were shared around school yard antics, handball courts, the girls from ‘Vic Square’, past teachers and disciplinary measures ‘back in the day’. The many and varied careers of each class member, both absent and present, were discussed, and it was obvious that these men had some wonderful skills and experienced a wide range of careers, such as farming, drafting, meteorology and the military. Kersh de Courtenay, the only member of the 1945 group, recalled waiting to be called up to be enlisted in WWII and how Old Boys, just a couple of years ahead of him, had been killed in action. Discussions around the war highlighted the seriousness of these years with recollections of trenches and air raid shelters on campus and the front doors to the College having sandbags against them so if they were bombed the doors wouldn’t blow in. Despite everything, the group agreed they had lived during the ‘golden years’ of schooling. We thank the following Old Boys for their attendance: Kersh de Courtenay (’45) and Class of 1950 members: George Bebich, Frank Carr, Geoff Grey, Kevin Hogan, Stephen Radojkovich, Eddie Spini, Ken Tate and Colin Hutchison, who celebrated his birthday on the day of the reunion. It was a very special afternoon shared with a wonderful group of men. Colin Hutchison
Back: Ken Tate (’50) Kevin Hogan (’50) Kersh de Courtenay (’45) Colin Hutchison (’50), Stephen Radojkovich (’50) Front: Ed Spini (’50), George Bebich (’50), Frank Carr (’50), Geoff Grey (’50)
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60 YEAR REUNION FOR THE CLASS OF 1960 – CBC PERTH
The Leaving Class of 1960 at CBC Perth celebrated their reunion of 60 years at the Duxton Hotel, the site of the old College, on Thursday 29 October – this year with a light lunch and many drinks. Old Boys who attended were John Edgar, Bernie Lawrence, Mario Bogdanich, Kevin Crombie, David Haigh, Tony Marrion, Bill Marsell, Stan Olejnik, Italo Paganin, Kent Piercy, Brian Savage and Keith Venning. Five out of the twelve who attended the lunch were Prefects in their final year, so we all had to be on our best behaviour! After much laughter and discussion, it was agreed that we had all turned out reasonably well, thanks to the Brothers who taught us in our last couple of year and before.
Brother ‘Jack’ Kelly (‘Sparks off the Pencils’), who sadly passed away recently, was our Headmaster in 1960. Other Brothers who we particularly remember for their encouragement and guidance throughout our education were Brother John Carrigg, Brother Collopy, Brother Drake, Brother Faulkner, Brother Travers, Brother Seaman and Brother Doyle. Brother John Carrigg is the only Brother remaining today and he was to attend our celebration but had to cancel at the last minute. To Brother John – we thank you and we raised a glass and toasted to your health. Standing on the site of our old College and reminiscing about the wonderful times we all enjoyed and the friendships made, was a fitting way to celebrate
our 60 Year Reunion. Even the barman at the hotel could not believe we had a rifle range at the back of the College on the corner of Victoria Avenue and Terrace Drive, until shown a photo of the site. It was a terrific reunion and with our numbers reducing each year, there was much talk about another one in five years’ time and every few years thereafter as our numbers begin to fall more quickly. A special thank you was expressed to Diane Millar, Executive Officer of the Trinity-Terrace Old Boys' Association, who joined us for the reunion, for her tireless work and assistance in organising and providing names and contact numbers of the Old Boys of 1960 as well as organising the venue. Many thanks again, Diane. John Edgar Class of 1960
Brian Savage, John Edgar, David Haigh and Italo Paganin
Kent Piercy and Bernie Lawrence
Tony Marrion happy birthday
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CLASS OF 1970 REUNION Amid a global pandemic which set the tone for a surreal 2020, an enthusiastic band of ‘OLD’ Boys got together at The Shoe Bar and Café on Saturday 31 October. It had been 50 years since we said farewell to Trinity College and made our way from adolescence through emerging adulthood to middle age. While it was a familiar path for most Old Boys; involving higher education, work, romance, family and children, successes and setbacks, how each of us reached the ripe old age of 67 is the stuff school reunions are made of.
Jim Armanasco, Michael Crow, Cyril Clayton, Anthony Albuino and John Dunne
Intermingled with the tall tales from the past were the life stories of our old mates who we parted company with way back in 1970. It was a reminder that growing apart doesn't change the fact that for a long time we grew side by side and our exposure to the standards and principles instilled in us by the Christian Brothers underpins our common bond. A toast to absent friends reminded us that there were those Old Boys and teachers who had been less fortunate; but our fond memories of those classmates had not dimmed.
John Collingridge, Tim Cremin, Harry Muller and Chris Cole
Many of us were easily recognisable, but some faces required a little more scrutiny. Thank God for the name tags! A wonderful evening of food frivolity and fun confirmed that for many Old Boys life had been pretty good! Mike Crowe
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CLASS OF 1980 – 40TH ANNIVERSARY REUNION Over 40 of Perth’s finest looking 57-yearolds gathered on 7 November to celebrate 40 years since finishing up at Trinity. Tony Joyner hosted those of the Class of 1980 that were able to make it – others joined in by Zoom from London, New York and the rest of Australia. This group has stayed tight and friendly over the years and, based on this cracking night out, that won’t change.
Noel Morich, Michael Price, Bill Quartermaine and Neville Beard. Front: Neal Meakins
Paul Bradbury and Roger Steinepreis
Greg O’Meara and Neville Beard
Mark Barnaba, Paul Alkins and Clive Keutzer
Noel Morich, Bruce Campbell and Ian Rakich
CLASS OF 1987 – CELEBRATING A YEAR OF 50TH BIRTHDAYS What a great year was 1970! – the year of birth for most of the Class of 1987. This, of course, means that most of the group are or have turned 50 this year! To celebrate, on a cold winters evening about 30 members of this year group assembled at Steve’s Hotel in Nedlands. This wasn’t the Steve’s we recall in our youth, but rather the upmarket, trendy establishment now part-owned by our very own Michael Anghie. It was great to see some legends of the year group in attendance: Richie Mackiewicz and his brother David, who despite being in the Class of 1986, wishes he was in the 1987 leaving year! Shaun Murphy, Rowdy Tucker, Mark Rowland and, of course, TOBA President, Dion Smith. Michael Anghie even took the group to the very impressive Steve’s cellar – a fitting place for a toast to fallen comrades and for a further 50 years of friendship! Well played all. Andrew Sanders
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CLASS OF 1990 – 30TH ANNIVERSARY REUNION A 40+ strong group from the mighty Class of 1990 gathered at the historic Stables Bar in the city to celebrate 30 years since they walked out the front gates of TC. 1990 was a very good year. Trinity took home the PSA trophies in soccer, cross country and athletics. It was a great year for performing arts as well, with the musical production of West Side Story and the inaugural Catholic Performing Arts Festival, in which Trinity won the award for the Most Outstanding College. It was a wonderfully classic evening which was enjoyed by everyone who came. There was much sharing of hilarious anecdotes of days at the College and of life paths taken since the times at TC – a privilege and special time for all at the event. Many stalwart Old Boys could not be present and some big efforts were made by classmates from abroad. The group watched on The Stables’ big screen, sunrise in Medellín in Colombia where Christian Grainger woke at 4.00am and ‘MS Teamed’ in for an early morning celebratory cigar and drink. Michael Rebelo called in from Sydney and Simon Dusci from a yacht off the cost of South Florida, while others sent messages through various platforms.
The group was led by Yarri Kostecki in a toast to absent friends as, sadly, we have also lost some classmates along the journey. Always remembered brothers.
The Class of ‘90 sends thanks to Di Millar and the TOBA team. The class also takes this opportunity to thank outgoing president Peter Torre (’89) for his outstanding presidency of TOBA. Good on you Peter – you are a stand-up bloke mate.
Thanks to reunion coordinators, Jeremy Quinn and Rohan Edmondson. With special thanks to Tim McLernon for the hosting of the event – inside the former 1894 horse stables in Hay Street Perth – now the Stables Bar.
Robert Jurjevich
CLASS OF 2000 – 20TH ANNIVERSARY REUNION Approximately 50 mates from the Class of 2000 turned up at The Camfield on Saturday 3 October 2020 for a relaxed celebration to acknowledge 20 years since leaving TC. Like a lot of reunions, the night began with trying to recognise each other, but thankfully, the years had been kind (to most of us at least) – and the printed name badges helped a lot! Although it had been ten years since the last reunion, the camaraderie of the group was quickly rekindled and conversation flowed freely with memories of years gone by. All the usual tales were retold, now with embellishment that only 20 years of remembering can provide. We reminisced about the infamous final assembly, the pioneering players from the inaugural Wogs vs Skips soccer match and all things that made our final year so special. We also toasted absent friends who couldn’t be with us.
Sherman Lo, Jake Preston and Luke Iustini
Leon Magistro, Joe Sinagra, Andrew Mason, Matthew Nixon and Shane Mernagh
A special mention goes to Joel Patterson and Tallan Ames for organising the event – a stellar effort to get such a group together despite all the craziness that is 2020. It was a great night and we are sure that the next reunion will be just as much fun. Leon Magistro 2000 Head Prefect Ben Oliver and Michael Jones
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Class of 2000 - 20th Anniversary Reunion
CLASS OF 2010 – 10TH ANNIVERSARY REUNION What a fantastic catch up we had with a great turn out of guys from the 2010 cohort. The Baby Shoe at The Shoe Bar was a perfect venue where we had dinner and a private bar just for the group. Paul Higgins (’82) and Jo Higgins were very hospitable and we paid respect to our fallen brothers, Jarryd Higgins and Adrian Maydwell, who are deeply missed amongst this group. The guys who attended had a terrific night. Luke Randazzo Class of 2010 with owner of The Shoe, Paul Higgins (‘82) front and centre
TERRACE OLD BOYS’ SPRING LUNCH After missing their April get together, CBC Old Boys and their partners were delighted to catch up over lunch at the amazing Kailis Restaurant in Leederville. It was a smaller group than usual but that didn’t dampen the enthusiasm and conversation which quickly turned to school days, especially discussing the various modes of transport each of them used to travel to school. It seems some students walked, caught buses, trains, trams and even ferries! The former school cadets were keen to point out that they carried their .303 rifles to and from school and now wonder at the public who were happy to sit next to them – they all chuckled over the thought of that happening today.
Br Hickey (‘52)
Past teachers, Miss Flanagan and Miss McCarthy, received rave reviews and memories of old mates and school yard stories were shared.
Max Stidworthy (‘52), John Miocevich (‘51), George Bebich (‘50) and Ken Tate (‘50)
A few Old Boys sent their apologies at not being able to attend and these were read out during the lunch. Usually, Noel Kelly (’49) and Alex Coroneos (’57) travel from New South Wales to attend the event, but due to COVID-19 restrictions, sadly they couldn’t come this year. Brother Basil Hickey (’52) said a prayer and absent friends were acknowledged with fondness, with a hearty toast. We thank the partners who attended: Vicki Bowden, Lynette Gibbons, Jo Hansen, Ronnie Hogan, Colleen Mitchell and Erlinda West.
John (‘49) and Lynette Gibbons
Vicki Bowden and John Turner (‘51)
Erlinda and Barry West (‘57)
Once again, we thank Michael Kailis (’50) and the very attentive Kailis staff for looking after us and always making us so feel welcome. Thank you to Kevin Hogan (‘50), John O’Connell (’49) and the CBC Committee for organising the event.
John O’Connell (‘49)
Kevin Hogan (‘50)
John (‘58) and Jo Hansen
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Keep in Touch TOBA WEBSITE www.toba.net.au ALL CBC Perth and TC Old Boys are eligible to join the members’ website. This will ensure you receive information regarding reunions and upcoming events. To register or login, please visit: www.toba.net.au Past staff are also welcome to join the TOBA website – just email your name, date of birth and years spent at TC to toba@trinity.wa.edu.au Join the TOBA group by searching: TOBA – Trinity-Terrace Old Boys’ Association or www.facebook.com/groups/TrinityOldBoys/ Follow us on Twitter: @TrinityOldBoys at www.twitter.com Join the Group: ‘Trinity Old Boys’ Association’ at www.linkedin.com Watch TOBA videos at: www.youtube.com/TrinityOldBoys Follow: TrinityOldBoys on Instagram To ensure that you continue to receive your copy of the Trinity News magazine, please advise us of any change to your address. Email: toba@trinity.wa.edu.au Phone: 08 9219 1132
TOBA AND TRINITY COLLEGE COMMUNITY BUSINESS DIRECTORY APP All TOBA members and the Trinity College community are invited to download the ‘COZ App’ (for free) onto smartphones and support TOBA and TC businesses, as well as receive offers from our valued sponsors. This platform allows you to browse and support businesses that support the College. If you would like to place your business on this Business Directory and be connected to our database of 10,000+ Old Boys, their families and the TC community, please visit www.cozapp.com.au/sponsors and click ‘Add My Business’. Please feel free to contact Joe Georgiades on 0407 849 984 or joe@cozmarketing.com.au to discuss how COZ APP can help connect you to our community.
TOBA SCHOLARSHIP AND BURSARY FUND TOBA gratefully acknowledges all donations to the TOBA Scholarship and Bursary Fund – a fund which provides scholarships and bursaries to deserving sons/grandsons of Old Boys who otherwise would not be able to enjoy the benefits and opportunities that an education at Trinity brings.
For further information or enquiries about tax deductible donations to TOBA Scholarships and Bursaries, please contact Diane Millar on 9219 1132 or email millar.diane@trinity.wa.edu.au
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Obituaries TRISTAN BERENTZEN 13 SEPTEMBER 1974 – 9 JULY 2020 Tristan with Jude Celedin
The Class of 1991 lost a loveable classmate earlier this year in July. Tristan passed away in an unexpected surfing accident at Leighton Beach. Attending Trinity from 1987 to 1991, Tristan answered to a few names at school: Stan, Bero, Berro-wa! Regardless of the name used, you would always receive the same response, a large smile coupled with a youthful energetic spring in his step and an excited attention. His fun-loving nature, genuine concern for people and willingness to engage, earnt him a huge amount of respect and trust from friends and colleagues alike.
to Perth working with RAC and Synergy. He developed an interest for renewable energy and passionately championed the benefits this sector provides. He gave his time to support the industry in various volunteer leadership roles.
A valuable member of the College, Tristan played his role in testing the resolve of the teachers who were given the challenging task of educating the ’91 cohort. The teachers respected and enjoyed Tristan’s efforts.
A large group celebrated Tristan’s life with a suitable memorial at The Camfield on 8 August 2020. We heard from friends and family members who shared their beautiful memories and stories of the positive impact Tristan had on their life and lives of their families.
Tristan was a great example to us all, as we strive to be Men for Others. His ability to listen, help where he could, unbiased when required, humble and encouraging all at the same time was his super power. He will be missed, but never forgotten! Class of ‘91
Developing corporate marketing skills within the Australia Post organisation over some 20 years, Tristan headed into the private sector spending eight years working in Melbourne before returning Tristan and Crew 1991
ROGER ANTHONY MORETON FITZHARDINGE (AKA TONY OR FITZ) 1941–2020 Roger was the second of four Fitzhardinge boys to attend the Terrace. He was a valued member of the Class of 1958, a Cadet Under-Officer in the Air Force and a winger in the 1st XI hockey team. Whilst at university, Roger took up rowing, was awarded a ‘full-blue’ and then represented Western Australia at two King’s Cup Championships. He coached at Trinity in the 1970s and continued to enjoy rowing and its camaraderie until recently.
Roger Anthony Moreton Fitzhardinge
On graduation as a teacher/educator in the early 1960s, he taught in a number of remote, but beautiful areas such as Cherrabun Station, which is on the edge of the Great Sandy Desert, as well as in Broome, Kununurra, Shark Bay, Leeman and eventually as headmaster at Claremont Primary School. He is remembered fondly by colleagues and students.
Roger was a regular at our Tuesday coffee meetings at ‘George’s’ and also at the annual get together for the WAFL Grand Final, with friends from several Christian Brothers’ Colleges (Terrace, Leederville and Highgate). Roger was reserved by nature, but when he offered an opinion it was sound and well articulated. Roger is now with his beloved Ingrid, who died a year ago. His family and a large congregation celebrated Roger’s life and his many contributions. Vale Tony. Easy oar. from his classmates
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WEDDINGS
OLD BOYS NAMED IN QUEEN’S HONOUR LIST Ben Russell (’04) married Claire Kelly at a beautiful ceremony and reception at the Royal Freshwater Bay Yacht Club on 2 October 2020. The pair was surrounded by family, friends and Old Boys, including Thomas Waddell (’04), Preston O’Keefe (’04), Scott Dillon (’04), Justin Russell (’06), Daniel Russell (’07) and Xavier Foley (’08). The day was anticipated with excitement as the original date of 26 June had to be postponed due to COVID-19.
We very warmly congratulate these Old Boys who were named in the 2020 Queen's Birthday Honours List:
OFFICER OF THE ORDER OF AUSTRALIA (AO): The Honourable Ronald Leslie Boswell (’58) … for distinguished service to the Parliament of Australia, to the people of Queensland and to fisheries research and development.
MEMBER OF THE ORDER OF AUSTRALIA (AM): Michael Anthony Dillon (’59) … for significant service to the pharmacy profession and to the community.
MEMBER OF THE ORDER OF AUSTRALIA (AM): Kevin John Edwards (’58) … for significant service to the legal profession and to aged care and sporting organisations.
AUSTRALIAN FIRE SERVICE MEDAL: James Palmiro Armanasco ('70)
Vale TOBA has learnt of the deaths of some of our Old Boys, listed below. We offer our sincere condolences to their families and friends. Arthur Anderson (’44)
Roland Mellor (’59)
Richard Boros (’87)
Desmond O’Brien (’51)
Joseph Versteeg (’61)
Tristan Berentzen (’91)
Kenneth Mann (’53)
Dennis Yovich (’63)
Justin Little (’92)
George Mencinsky (’55)
Brian Jovanovich (’70)
Luke Vuleta (‘04)
Anthony Puleo (’57)
Anthony Chinnery (’71)
Jarrad Black (’14)
Roger Fitzhardinge (’58)
Paul Wilkes (’72)
TOBA would appreciate being informed of the passing of former staff, Old Boys and their loved ones. Please contact the TOBA Office on 08 9219 1132 or toba@trinity.wa.edu.au.
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Our vision: 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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