News of Old Trinity Grammarians

Now in its third year, the Stephen Jones “Be Glorious” Leadership Breakfast was held in February. Over 370 Old Trinity Grammarians, Year 12 students, staff, and friends and family of the Jones family, headed to the MCG for this annual breakfast that celebrates the life of Stephen Jones (OTG 1996). Once again Clint Hillas (OTG 1996) performed the MC duties and shared reflections on the impact that Stephen had on so many. Our special guest speaker was Gil McLachlan, CEO of the AFL who imparted his views on leadership and the qualities a leader requires.

According to our Trinity history books, there was a German field gun on the school oval, circa 1921 (pictured below) from WW1. However, it is thought that this or a similar field gun resided on the oval as late as the 1950s and we would really like to know what happened to it. If you have any memory or knowledge of this, we would appreciate your assistance by contacting our School Archivist, Maureen, at archives@trinity.vic. edu.au.

It was great to hear from John Vincent (OTG 1971-76) who, on a recent trip from India, enjoyed some time in Singapore with his wife. While at the Hawker’s Market, they were enjoying a conversation with the people sitting next to them. In a surprise coincidence, the Singaporean gentleman had lived in Melbourne also, and was Tony Ho (OTG 1951) Tony was a boarder at Trinity and was in Merritt House, he made mention to John that he still enjoys reading The Trinity Grammarian !

Late in 2022, it was a wonderful opportunity to have T im Weinberg (OTG 1973-78) and Chris Weinberg (OTG 2003-09) return to Trinity to present the Ray Weinberg (OTG 1940-44) Prize for exemplary sporting and leadership qualities to Cassie Cooper (staff) and Torren Arthur (OTG 2022)

Ian Armstrong (OTG 1949-60) and his wife Mary have been hard at work in Canberra at the Australian War Memorial. They were honoured to be invited to value its amazing and unique collection.

Order of Australia

Mr Phil De Young (Headmaster of Trinity Grammar School, 2018-2019) was awarded a Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) for his service to independent school education in the 2023 Australia Day Honours. Phil was a wonderful contributor to the Trinity community during his 18 months in the role and we congratulate him on this well-deserved honour.

We would also like to extend our congratulations to the following members of the Trinity community who were recognised:

Mr Stephen Hill (OAM) (OTG 1977-1980) - For service to the skateboarding industry.

Ms Merran Kelsall (AO) (Past School Council Member) - For distinguished service to the financial accounting sector, to professional organisations, and to the community.

Professor Bruce Thompson (AM) (Past Parent) - For significant service to respiratory medicine, and to tertiary medical education.