Maintaining connections to the school and each other

As we come to the middle of the school year, the tempo of Trinity life has certainly increased from previous years. The diary has never been so full of events, allowing OTGs to maintain a connection to each other, as well as to the school. The class reunions held thus far have been an enormous success and the winter OTG sporting teams are in full flight.

An important night in the school calendar occurred in late March this year, being the TGS Community Forum. It was once again a fantastic opportunity to come together as a broader community to receive an insightful update on the health and aspirations of the school.

In my last Grammarian article, I expressed my thanks to James Brown (OTG 1992) for his work during his time on the OTGA committee. I can now convey my congratulations to both James and Lachlan Bruce (OTG 1986) for their selection to the Trinity School Council. I wish these two OTGs well for their time on School Council, as they volunteer their time and expertise, in service of the Trinity community.

Our thanks go to OTGA committee members, Oscar Brown (OTG 2022) and Jack Stewart (OTG 2020) who recently organised a workshop for Senior School students, discussing post-schooling pathways and tips and tricks for university life. Post-schooling course selection and careers is an important topic and the OTGs who were presenting were able to prepare students for some of the everyday challenges, such as organising their timetable and insight into graduate programs. Hopefully this will become an annual event going forward.

We extend our thanks to all the speakers: Oscar Brown (2022), Tom De Graaff (2020), Kevin Dong (2022),

Andrew Hain (2021), Andrew Lim (2020), Paul Lindsay (2020), Harris Mastras (2019), Lachlan McLean (2019), Dan McNab (2019), Nick Paidoussis (2017), Ben Simpson (2019), Jack Stewart (2020), Will Toner (2021), Nick Trott (2020), Matt Walker (2017) and Lachlan Wong (2020). Also speaking in the careers space was Conor Neylon (OTG 2016) who returned to Trinity to speak to the students interested in following a creative career path in the arts. Thanks Conor!

After a hiatus, the OTGA are all systems go for the re-launch of the OTGA Community Breakfast (formerly the Kew Business Breakfast). We have secured a fantastic speaker in “Razor” Ray Chamberlain, discussing men’s health and all things AFL. It will once again be a fantastic opportunity to catch up with those who you may not have seen for many years. Look out for your invitation and I hope to see you on Friday 21 July at 7.00am!

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To stay up to date with many aspects of OTG life, please look to follow the OTGA on our social media platforms (OTGO, Facebook, Instagram). I encourage you to share with us information about OTGs doing great work in the community or if you stumble upon an interesting historical TGS related item. We are always keen to hear from you! I hope to see you at an Old Trinity and/or a Trinity event soon.

Class of 1983 40-year Reunion

In May, we were joined by the Class of 1983 for their 40-year reunion with canapes and refreshments at the Richard and Elizabeth Tudor Centre for Contemporary Learning at Trinity. Thanks to all those who travelled from a distance, and in particular to Justin Mollison who joined us from Bali!

Reunions and Events

OTG Sydney Dinner

Wednesday 2 August

6.30pm – 8.30pm

2013 10-Year Reunion

Thursday 3 August

6.30pm – 8.30pm

OTG Canberra Dinner

Thursday 3 August

6.30pm – 9.00pm

2003 20-Year Reunion

Thursday 17 August

6.30pm – 8.30pm

OTG Gold Coast Dinner

Wednesday 27 September

6.30pm – 9.00pm

Women of Trinity Grammar

The annual Women of Trinity Grammar (WOTG) breakfast was held on Thursday 11 May. Guests enjoyed catching up with one another and had the opportunity to hear from Jane Stewart from the charity It’s the Little Things who gave a lovely overview of her inspiring charity work.

Save the date for our next event "High Tea & Tour of Parliament House", to be held on Thursday 26 October. Detailed invitation to follow.

The Women of Trinity Grammar is an informal social group to maintain the links between mothers/carers after their children have completed their schooling at Trinity. New members are always welcome – please sign up at surveymonkey.com/r/ women_of_trinity_grammar to keep connected through social events and casual catch ups.