SHC Blue and Blue - March 2014

MARCH 2014

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CONTENTS

Features Principal’s Report

2 Principal’s Report
3 Chairman’s Report

School News Dear Members of the Sacred Heart
College Community
4 Student Leadership
5 Academic Achievements The 2014 School Year at Sacred
6-7 Yr 12 Assembly/Graduation Heart College has commenced with
8-9 Dance/Music considerable momentum sustained
9-10 Boarding House News by the excellent results of the Class
11 P&F News of 2013. It is most fitting that in
12-14 Marist News the Centenary Year of Sacred Heart
School Sports at Paringa Hall that our students
achievements are at the forefront of
14-15 Sporting Achievements our Marist Mission!
16 Marist Cricket Carnival
Foundation Office Our highest achieving students:

17 Centenary Celebrations Jonathon Williams (Dux 99.95,
18 Chairman’s Report
19 Scholarships Governor’s Award and Adelaide Steve Byrne
20 Donors List University dual scholarship
20 Sacred Sights 4WD Tour
recipient), Riley Calaby (99.75) and

Loren Orsillo (99.75) also represented achievements

Sacred Heart Old Collegians Association across the broad scope of the College Curriculum. Jonathon excelled in

21 President’s Report Mathematics and Science, Riley in the Humanities and Loren in the Arts.
22 Under the Spotlight
23-28 Where Are They Now? This is a fine reflection of the calibre of teachers at Sacred Heart Senior
28-30 SHOC Sports/Heartspace
31 Community News and we congratulate the Class of 2013 on their overall fine achievements.
31-33 Reunions
34 Obituaries Also, due to events from late last year, Mr Andrew Balkwill was appointed
34 Engagements Principal of Thomas More College, which resulted in interim arrangements
35-36 Weddings/Births for 2014 in regard to the leadership of Sacred Heart College Middle
School. In a letter to parents, Paul Herrick, Regional Director of Marist
Upcoming Events Schools Australia (MSA), indicated that the Principal of the Senior School
would also be responsible for the Middle School for 2014. Mr Tim Mullin
Sacred Sights 4WD Trip has assumed responsibility for the day-to-day leadership of Sacred Heart
28/4/14 – 2/5/14 Middle as Head of SHCMS for the year.

Mass Breakfast During the first half of the year, MSA has convened a Steering Committee chaired by Mr
14 May 2014 Peter White (former Principal of Notre Dame College Sheparton) to discern the best long-
term structures for both schools. The Terms of Reference are as follows:

SHOC Business Lunch Re: The most appropriate governance structure for Sacred
4 July 2014 Heart Senior and Sacred Heart Middle School into the future:-

Centenary Celebrations/Fundraising 1 Investigate the current relationship between the two Colleges with
11 October 2014 regard to:

Editorial by: Trevor Gill and Jane Ping • Faith Formation opportunities for the students, staff and the wider
Designed by: Graeme Cogdell community, including relationships with the local parish
Cover Photo: Ali Vessali, Kye Van De Veerdonk & communities;
Mary-Anne Sexton
Photography & articles: • Teaching and Learning experiences and the development of
Thank you to everyone who collaborated to create effective programs for students;
this edition of the Blue & Blue
• Pastoral wellbeing of all members of the Sacred Heart Senior and
Sacred Heart Middle School communities;

• Co-curricula offerings for all students;

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• Financial sustainability of the two schools into 4 Provide a recommendation to the National
the future: Director of Marist Schools Australia for the future
by June 30.
• Capital and Recurrent
The consultation will include the broader Sacred
• Fee structures Heart and Catholic community. So, if you have any
initial response please feel free to contact the College
• Relationships with Government and Education with your thoughts or a request to be contacted. It
authorities and organisations. is timely given this opportunity that we establish the
best structures as we move into our second century
2 Explore what Governance/Organisational/ at Paringa Hall!
Leadership structures would best serve the above.
Options that are quite different from the current Finally, a special congratulations to Des Saint (OS
structures may be considered. 44-47) on his Australia Day honours. Des is a fine
Marist and his sense of humility is a message to us
3 Consider external factors that bear upon any all ‘… It was all voluntary work... and I always got
possible changes, including but not limited to: more than I gave.’ (The Southern Cross, March 2014).
Humility at its best!
• Archdiocesan community and parental
preferences for the future of Catholic Kind regards,
education provision in SW region.
Steve Byrne
• Implications of any possible changes to SA Principal
primary/secondary structures.

• Preferences of feeder parishes and parish
schools.

• Demographic projections.

Chairman’s Report Financial oversight and
advice is another of the key
As 2013 came to an end, planning for 2014 was well responsibilities of Council.
underway by Council and its Committees. We are fortunate to have
an experienced and very
Council is particularly pleased with the continued able Business Manager
focus on academic excellence. The Laureate Award as well as a hard working
Assembly on 12th February showcased the wonderful and capable Finance
achievements of the 2013 cohort. Committee.

Since the Federal election, management has In addition to the
been closely monitoring developments in the outstanding academic
school funding policies and initiatives of the new results across the whole of
Government. Medium and longer term financial the Year 12 cohort of 2013,
planning and security is a high priority for Council. Council was particularly delighted at the results produced out of
our boarding houses. Congratulations are extended to the staff
Work on the redevelopment of the War Memorial Oval precinct for the support and encouragement they gave our boarders.
is progressing through the Building Committee. Council Our boarding houses make our school’s offering unique
receives regular briefings on progress as well as detailed amongst other senior secondary schools in South Australia and
conceptual drawings. Of particular interest at the moment is are an important part of the fabric of our culture.
what an undercover viewing platform might look like on the
western side of the oval. Paul Teisseire
Chairman
Concurrent with this major redevelopment, we are also keen to
redevelop St Paul’s in furtherance of our mission to provide the 3
best possible facilities to our students in a wide range of subject
offerings.

School News

L to R: Luke Green, Georgia Crossman, Elijah Minear-Kulpinski, Br Gregory McCrystal, Georgia Hill, Keenan Ramsey and Rachael McKenzie

STUDENT LEADERSHIP 2014 Goals for after school: I hope to achieve the best ATAR
available and enrol at university, my preferences being
SCHOOL CAPTAINS architecture, teaching or marketing. I aim to gain the best
experiences within travel when I have the time or if I have a gap
Elijah Minear-Kulpinski year.

Brothers and sisters who have attended SHC: My whole What you hope to achieve as a leader: I hope to bring
family has adopted the Sacred Heart life, starting from my eldest segregation of students to an end at my school, I aim to help
sister, Rhiannon who was in the Graduating Class of 2001. those who have fallen behind, don’t have friends or students
Rhiannon, who is now just shy of turning 30, is currently a full who need someone to rely on. I want to be remembered as the
time mother to two beautiful daughters (my nieces). Before one who pushed all those people to success and to graduate at
children, she worked in Real Estate and was a respected and Sacred Heart College.
loyal choice to all clients. My other sister, Evelyn, was in the
Graduating Class of 2010. Evelyn is now working in childcare A leader you admire: Martin Luther King Jr. is one to admire
with a side career in beauty therapy. Finally, my brother Joel for he had similar beliefs to what I do today. Martin Luther
completed his Sacred Heart schooling in the Graduating Class King Jr. was a good leader for many reasons; most importantly
of 2012. Joel received an ATAR of 89.75 and was accepted into I believe it was his courage as he dared to stand up against the
his first preference at Adelaide University, studying Chemical segregationist policies of his day. He stuck firmly to what he
Engineering. believed in. As a leader, King was able to listen to the ideas of
others. He encouraged all people to work together instead of
Year 12 Subjects: My choices are mainly due to the fact that encouraging division between the two races. He always sought
I am yet to discover what I truly want to do with my life after to unite instead of divide. He is most famous, however, for his
school, but the choices offer me a wide selection and cover my oratory skills that he used to persuade many to believe in his
interests. My subjects this year are: cause.
• Mathematical Methods
• English Communications Georgia Hill
• Visual Arts Design
• Physical Education (Sports and Life Styles) Brothers and sisters who have attended SHC: Max who
• Research Project is currently in Year 10.

Sporting interests: I am very much into sports, especially Year 12 Subjects:
basketball. I have played for 8 years and had my ups and downs. • Physics
I’ve reached State Squads, Division 1 Youth League, SASI, and • Chemistry
hope to play in the ABL Seniors team later this year. • Maths Studies
• Research Project and
Other interests: I enjoy the company of my friends. We • Asian Studies. Indonesian through the Flinders University
regularly do things together, ranging from Golf to Go Karting.
Therefore my interests are simply my friends, as they supply the Extension Studies Program
better things in my life.

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Sporting interests: Soccer HOUSE CAPTAINS

Other interests: Skateboarding, Sims and guitar. Camara Chisholm Franklin
Giselle Walford Amelia Galpin Sara Petruzzella
Goals for after school: To become a doctor and work for John Rynn Cleve Westley Nicholas Shanks
Doctors Without Borders, providing humanitarian assistance and
medical care to people in crisis. Joseph Mackillop Marcellin
Alice Barrett Hollie Moran Madi Harris
What you hope to achieve as a leader: I want everyone Joshua Allison Alexander Wong Henry Finn
to strive to achieve their goals and never give up because
any dream is possible as long as you work hard and show Mitchell Newman Polding
motivation and determination. It is important to always have Ashleigh Hill Amy Layland Mary-Anne Sexton
hope. Daniel Bendo Victor Yin Alexander Gwiazdzinski

A leader you admire: Nelson Mandela and Glen Gerreyn Teresa Arts Captains Sports Captains
Georgia Fidge Gemma Neary Brittany Miller
HEAD BOARDERS: Angus Crouch Rhys Jiannis Peter Clunes

Georgia Crossman and Luke Green SA YOUNG COMPOSER AWARD
(for a more detailed profile on Georgia and Luke see Boarding
House News, page 9) The SA Young Composer Award Night was held on
25 November 2013. Harry Honner-Hounslow (Year 11)
ACADEMIC received first place for Electric Music and Justin Tate (Year 12)
ACHIEVEMENTS second place for Electronic Rock. Congratulations to Harry and
2013 GRADUATES Justin.

The class of 2013 once ARCHBISHOP’S AWARDS FOR EXCELLENCE
again saw some outstanding
results, with Jonathon On 20 October 2013 a special Mass was celebrated at the
Williams achieving a perfect Cathedral by His Grace, Archbishop Philip Wilson, to witness
score of 99.95 making him 2013 graduates Maddy Forde and Pablo Maroma awarded
College Dux for 2013. the Archbishop’s Award for Excellence.
Jonathon gained merits in
Mathematical Studies, Physics The awards recognise the spirituality, personal qualities and
and Specialist Maths. He contributions made by students in their senior years to their
combined his school studies school and community. Maddy and Pablo’s outstanding and
with university extension sustained contributions to the College over their time at the
studies, part-time work, College makes them very deserving of this honour.
piano tuition and basketball
commitments. Jonathon also LANGUAGE AWARD
served as a House Leader,
organised fundraising events and represented the school Each year, several students are enrolled at the School of
interstate in music and basketball. He plans to study Civil Languages to study a language of their choice, other than
and Construction Engineering and Finance at University Italian or Japanese. They participate in evening lessons at
this year. various sites.

Jonathon was nominated by Sacred Heart College to be the On 26 November last year at Elder Hall, two students were
recipient of a commendation awarded by the Governor of invited to the School of Languages Awards Evening to receive
South Australia for 2013. awards. They were Melissa Lim (currently in Year 11) who
studied Khmer (the official language of Cambodia). Melissa
The Year 12 students have performed at an exceptional received an Award for Outstanding Academic Achievement and
level with 71 students achieving an ATAR over 90. In total, Brooke Noy (2013 graduate) who studied German. Brooke
131 of these students (42.5%) secured an ATAR in excess received an Award of Merit.
of 80, which signifies a commendable level of achievement.
The mix of students continues to be varied, with a number 5
of students studying part-time and/or studying at more
than one year level, including a selection of Year 11
students studying one or more Year 12 20-credit subject.

For a more complete summary of results for the class of
2013, refer to the link on the College website.

YEAR 12 SPECIAL ASSEMBLY

Towards the end of every graduating year, the College invite 2013 School Captains Jaime Grech and Jamie Broadbent with Steve
an Old Scholar to come back and address the students, giving Byrne and Rob Chapman
them some inspirational advice about the future. Last year,
old scholar Rob Chapman (OS 76-80) addressed the student
body. Since graduating from Sacred Heart College, Rob has
had many varied roles but is most known for his position
as Chairman of the Adelaide Football Club. Rob is the
Chairman/Director of many different organisations.

A financial services industry specialist, Rob Chapman has held
the position of Managing Director of BankSA and was also a
part of the Group Executive of St George Bank Limited.

He has also held executive appointments at the
Commonwealth Bank, Colonial State Bank and Prudential
Corporation.

Rob is currently the President of Business SA and a member of
several different organisations.

He is married to Lisa Chapman and they have four children,
Samuel (OS 03-05), Isaac (06-08), Emily (OS 08-10) and Joseph
who is currently in Year 11.

GRADUATION CELEBRATIONS 2013

The festivities for the 2013 Year 12 class • Riley Calaby Uni of NSW English Competition Winner
began with a Graduation Mass which • Daniel Cronin (Yr 11) Uni of NSW English Competition winner
was held on Wednesday, 23 October • Anthony Stoks Special Award from Flinders University
at the Morphettville Racecourse. It • Loren Orsillo ADF Award for Year 12
was a beautiful evening and we were • James Zeitz Peter Norton Prize for Chemistry
sincerely obliged to Fr Rob Egar for • Sam White (Yr 11) The Zach Davy Prize for History
celebrating this significant milestone • Nicholas Campbell Corey Fitzgerald Memorial Tennis Award
with our students. We also thank the • Harry Kitschke Sam Climpson-Stewart Memorial Trophy
many people who put the evening • Aston Meredith The Debourg Arts Award
together, Bianca Pittman and the • Jack Haarsma The Harvey Supple Athlete of the Year
talented musicians, Courtney Redden, • Daniella Nolan Sr Marie Ralph Christian Leadership Award
Margie Weller, Annemarie Honner, the • Jonathon Williams Montagne Award for Academic Excellence
maintenance staff and all of the teaching • Madeline Hicks Champagnat Award
staff who shared this special occasion • Jamie Broadbent School Captain 2013
with our students. • Jaime Grech School Captain 2013

This was followed by the Year 12 final At the conclusion of these awards, a handover was conducted to the School Captains
assembly which was held on Thursday, and House Leaders for 2014. The ceremony concluded with the presentation of a
24 October. This assembly celebrated Principal’s Award to Genevieve Pearce.
the Academic Excellence Awards, which
recognised the highest achievements On 30 November, the final Graduation Ceremony was celebrated at the Adelaide
in a subject based on the SACE Convention Centre. Students, siblings, parents, grandparents, friends and family
achievement score. gathered to enjoy an evening of festivities and fun with the presentation to each student
of their graduating certificate.
After the presentation of the Academic
Awards, the Significant Awards were
presented with the aid of special
presenters, Vicki Clonan from the
University of NSW and Kim Economides
from the Flinders University Law School.
The recipients of these awards were as
follows:-

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The Spurling family Jamie Broadbent with Steve Byrne
Valedictory Speech – Anthony Stoks Alice Haddy

Daniella Nolan and Sr Mane Ralph

Genevieve Pearce receiving the Principal’s Award

Jonathon Williams receiving Montagne Award Riley Calaby receiving Uni NSW Award

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Bikes for Tykes (ESO PD day) The bikes were then donated to children from Townsend House.
The moment was priceless as the children received their bikes
In September last year, the Education Support Officers at Sacred and took them for a quick ride around the gym. It was a
Heart College took part in a professional development morning very enjoyable and rewarding program to be involved in and
with a difference. They took part in a Corporate Challenge, everyone had a great time.
which involved working in small groups, solving certain puzzles
and ultimately putting together a bike! The bikes were part of
an initiative of the Bikes for Tykes program which was organised
by Corporate Challenge and involves putting bikes together for
needy children.

Co-Curricular News

DANCE The SACE Dance subject is all about accessibility. It is about
teaching students the many different facets of dance and
My name is Louise Durrans and this year I was fortunate to having the opportunity to experience the process, not just the
be appointed the Dance teacher at Sacred Heart College. I end result. Dance as a subject offers students such a creative
am incredibly excited to be here and the budding excitement outlet to express themselves. I believe this appreciation
around Dance as a new subject is infectious! I have been for movement, along with music and working with others
most impressed by the enthusiasm from the students and the creatively, offers students a wonderful lifelong lesson – one
welcoming I have received from all the staff too. It has been a that feeds the soul as well as the mind! I look forward to this
very exciting start to 2014! journey together!

I am an Old Scholar of Sacred Heart College (OS 89-91) and Louise Durrans
while many aspects have changed including buildings, many
areas still take me right back 20 years ago! I walk around the
school and have lots of wonderful memories of my time here.
In fact, many of my closest friends today are the same ones
from all those years ago!

After studying Dance at University, I travelled for a year
around the United Kingdom before settling back in Adelaide
when I began my teaching degree. I have taught around
Adelaide since early 2000, and had a break to have my family
a few years ago. I have also been fortunate to continue to
train, study and perform throughout all of these years with a
local dance company.

This year SHC offers Dance in Year 10 and the inaugural
dance class of 2013 moves forward to Stage 1. Both classes
have jumped into their year and have already finished
their first dance piece. This year both classes will focus
on contemporary dance technique, dance composition,
historical elements and dance analysis. The highlight will be
choreographing their own dance piece, so stay tuned for the
dance evening!

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MUSIC WORKSHOP Other interests: 40 hour famine, Marist Immersion 2013
WEEKEND Goals for after school: Study Dietetics at University; Travel
Best things about being a boarder: Forming such close
The Music Department of 2014 is now in full swing after our friendships with so many different people
annual Music Workshop Weekend. What you hope to achieve as a leader: Make the
boarding house an enjoyable place to be
The weekend hosted over 65 eager students and an additional A leader you admire: Nelson Mandela
6 teachers/ band directors and was held at the schools Br
Stephen Debourg Performing Arts Centre on 21-23 February. Luke Green – Head Boarder

Having the weekend at the start of the year is a great way for Home town: Millicent
the new group to get to know their fellow band members, Year 12 Subjects: RE, Maths Methods, Chemistry, Biology, PE,
the music community of the College and learn the repertoire Research Project
for the year. We are really lucky to have an amazing group of Sporting interests: Aussie Rules football, touch football
new students in the department across all three years who join Other interests: keeping fit, aquaculture (fishing), cooking
our very established musicians who already hold the Music Goals for after school: University; going as far with my
Department as a special part of their College life. football as I can
Best things about being a boarder: Becoming
Along with 7 rehearsals over the weekend, there was independent; living with your mates; Study time – getting
time for games, meals together and ultimate Frisbee. homework/assignments done
Saturday afternoon was a special moment of the weekend What you hope to achieve as a leader: Positive influence
where the group got together to reflect on the gifts that they on my peers and hopefully lead everyone to a common goal
have to offer us all and we embraced the Marist Pillar of – that is doing the best they can in all aspects of boarding
family spirit as we all shared them openly with one another. A leader you admire: Barack Obama – first black President,
tries to make a difference.
Sunday Morning was the moment we got to share all our
progress from the weekend with the parents and friends who Rachael McKenzie – Deputy Head Boarder
came along to watch our concert.
Home town: Property near Ivanhoe, NSW
The auditorium was almost packed full while the Concert Brothers and sisters who have attended SHC: Phillip (OS
Choir, Guitar Band, Jazz Ensemble, Guitar Quartet and Stage 05-07), Rowan (OS 06-08) and Samantha (OS 08-10)
Band played an extremely varied and lively set of pieces to a Year 12 Subjects: RE, Biology, Legal studies, Research Project,
very eager audience. English, Scientific Studies
Sporting interests: Netball, tennis, school sport
Special thanks must go to Gail Radford and Mary Wilkins for Other interests: Going to the river, my pets, spending time
all their work and support behind the scenes, Rhys Jiannis with my mates and music
and Gemma Neary as our Arts Captains hosted and ran Goals for after school: Achieve a high ATAR and go to
many events over the weekend, and Bianca Pittman and Neil University in Adelaide. Hopefully, study Health Science or
Christopher for their work in directing their ensembles. Nursing.
Best things about being a boarder: Living in such a
If you missed this weekends concert, be sure to come along to diverse environment and forming lifelong friendships with so
one of our performances throughout the year as the group is many people
sounding amazing! What you hope to achieve as a leader: Hope to create
and maintain a happy and enjoyable environment for all
BOARDING HOUSE NEWS boarders so that they can enjoy the journey as much as I do!
A leader you admire: Mahatma Gandhi – “Anger and
During Term 3, 2013 a lengthy process took place which enabled intolerance are the enemies of correct understanding”.
the Boarding House to choose Leaders for 2014. All Year 11’s
were invited to nominate to be a part of the leadership team for Keenan Ramsey – Deputy Head Boarder
2014 and those who nominated were then interviewed by the
Coordinators of Boys and Girls Boarding. After the interviews, Home town: Port Lincoln
the nominees spoke to all of the boarders outlining why they Brothers and sisters who have attended SHC: Waylen
would be a good leader and then an election took place. (OS 08-09), Zarli (Year 10)
Following the election, Georgia Crossman, Luke Green, Rachael Year 12 Subjects: RE, Physics, Scientific Studies, Maths
McKenzie and Keenan Ramsey were elected as the 2014 Methods, PE Research Project
Boarding Leaders. Below are profiles of our new Leaders: Sporting interests: Football, Cricket
Other interests: Fishing, NBA, Skiing
Georgia Crossman – Head Boarder Goals for after school: Hopefully something with football,
otherwise get a job or go to University.
Home town: Streaky Bay Best things about being a boarder: Always being with
Brothers and sisters who have attended SHC: Thomas your mates; making lifelong friends; learning different life skills
Crossman (OS 06-07) which might not have happened at home.
Year 12 Subjects: RE, Maths Methods, Visual Art/Design, What you hope to achieve as a leader: To set an example
Biology, Research Project, Extension Studies at Flinders for my fellow peers and also to have the responsibility.
University A leader you admire: Joel Selwood
Sporting interests: Fitness, Hockey, Netball, Basketball, Water
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BOARDERS MASS and
WELCOME BBQ

Tuesday, 28 January was the official
welcome for the new and continuing
boarders and families to Sacred Heart
College. The evening began with Jenni and
Leo Redden (OS 82-83) hosting the AGM
for the Boarding Parents Support Group.
This was followed by Monsignor Ian
Dempsey celebrating the opening Mass.
The evening was then followed by a
BBQ prepared by the College’s new chef,
Michael Brewitt who will be providing
the food for the boarders this year. At the
conclusion of the evening, the boarders
families farewelled their children who
were left in the very capable care of the
wonderful boarding house team.

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RECENT CHANGES TO SHCS AND SHCMS

Late last year, Andrew Balkwill (former Principal of SHCMS) SHCS also extend a warm welcome to the appointment of new
was appointed Principal of Thomas More College. As a result, a staff and returning staff members for 2014:-
decision was made by Marist Schools Australia to make interim
arrangements for 2014. Marist Schools Australia has appointed New Staff:
Mr Steve Byrne as Principal of both Colleges for the year ahead. Louise Durrans (Dance)
This provides a unique opportunity to discuss and discern the Sue Gyles (Library)
future of Sacred Heart College. Consultation on the future Peter Law (Maths)
structures and directions of the College will occur during the Katie List (Physic/Maths)
first semester and a Steering Committee has been formed. This Malinda Pollok (HR)
committee has been convened by Paul Herrick (MSA Regional Kate Roberts (Maths/RE)
Director) and will be chaired by Peter White (MSA Consultant
Staff Returning:
and former Principal of Notre Dame College, Shepparton): Rachel Aldrich
Majo Bogatec
Tim Mullin has accepted the position of Head of Sacred Heart Kate Rankin
College Middle School. Other staffing changes which have
occurred at SHCS are the appointment of Gail Morgan, Assistant We welcome the above staff members and wish them all the
Principal, Curriculum and John Cadd, Assistant Principal, Student best for a successful 2014.
Welfare. Gail, John and Tim will carry out responsibility for the
daily operations of both respective schools.

PARENTS AND
FRIENDS NEWS

The Parents and Friends Committee is Year 12 student and musician, Katie
a dedicated and enthusiastic group of Murdoch, entertained the crowd
people who work with the Principal upon arrival. Katie’s performance was
and school staff to organise social thoroughly enjoyed by everyone.
events and who support parental
involvement. This year we are hoping During this year there will be several
to enjoy increased support from the other events hosted by the P&F
community. All parents are welcome to committee. These will include a
attend our meetings and events. shopping night and Year 12 drinks
which will be held later in the year. For
At the Annual General Meeting which more information on the P&F, please
was held in November last year, the contact me on 0407 611 771.
following Committee members were
nominated for 2014: Di Mack
President
President:
Di Mack (twins Erin and Nathan Yr 12)

Vice President:
Julie Pearce (Ben Yr 12)

Secretary:
Genevieve Oosterbroek (Jakob Yr 12
and Angus Yr 11)

Treasurer:
Beryl Rowe (Matt Yr 12 and
Mostyn Yr 10)

The first event organised by the P&F for
2014 was the Welcome Night (formerly
known as the Wine and Cheese Night).
This event is held in Paringa Hall and
the boarders dining room. It was a
lovely evening with many people in
attendance.

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MARIST CORNER FIJI IMMERSION EXPERIENCE

IMMERSION TO INDIA In November and December of last year we were a part of a
team of 13 people, 11 students and 2 teachers, who made the
The 2013 Sacred Heart Immersion team trip to India in trip to Fiji as part of the Sacred Heart College Senior Marist
November last year was an experience that will not easily be Immersion Experience. We spent three weeks working and living
forgotten. We departed from Adelaide with mixed emotions abroad with the Marist Brothers in Suva, experiencing life in a
– undoubtedly excited for the trip to come, but anxious to be different country and an incredibly unique culture.
leaving our families and heading into the unknown. As soon
as we arrived in Chennai late at night, we were confronted We spent our time divided between visiting the local Marist
with a hot, humid climate, hundreds of foreigners staring schools, St Marcellin Primary and Marist Champagnat Institute,
at us intriguingly and a lingering smell of sewage in the air. as well as the Marcellin Angels Kindergarten, both interacting
Nonetheless, we soon arrived at the Marist Brothers house with the students and renovating. This meant early mornings,
where we were warmly welcomed. Lucky for us, the not so late nights and a lot of hard work. One of our biggest
pleasant smell had gone! We all got along very well with the achievements was the renovation of a room at the Kindergarten;
Brothers who were very supportive towards us the whole time, a plain room was transformed into a bright yellow and green
even when there was a hint of rivalry between us when we learning environment. Walking around the finished room took
played them in the epic annual volleyball match! our breath away, and essentially highlighted what we as a team
were really capable of when we set our minds to it.

Fiji was one giant family. Everyone welcomed us with open
arms and loving hearts, constantly showering us with smiles,
waves, and excited ‘Bula!s’ as we walked by. The sense of
community was outstandingly strong and evident - it surprised
us all, having people stop to welcome us...it wasn’t something
any of us were used to, or had even expected.

Better still, many inspirational families welcomed us into their
homes overnight, on ‘homestays’, giving up the little they had.
For some families, the only piece of furniture in their home

The 2013 India Immersion on cultural night Under the mango tree with our friends at Marist Champagnat Institute

Teaching in the schools was definitely one of the highlights for After a game of rugby with our friends from Marist Champagnat
us, as we had the chance to play games and talk with kids of Institute
all ages who were beyond excited to meet us and have us visit
their school. By the end of the trip, we had all mastered the art
of signing our autographs as all the children insisted we sign
their books! We certainly experienced and saw many things that
we couldn’t possibly imagine ever happening in Adelaide. More
specifically, one of the funniest days we had was when we were
swarmed by a mob of monkeys who somehow managed to steal
our bag of biscuits and ate the lot right in front of us!

Overall what really stood out to us was how positive the people
we met were. They had very few material things, yet they always
seemed happy. This, in particular, really had an effect on all of us
as we learnt how insignificant materialistic things are and how
lucky we are to live where we do. We would highly recommend
this trip to any current Year 10 and 11 students as the memories
you make, the experiences you have and the friendships you
form will undoubtedly last you the rest of your lives.

By Kayla Lemm & Declan Jamieson
Members of the 2013 SHCS India Marist

Immersion Team

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was a bed and that became ours. Wherever we were, we were and the following journal entry is an insight into our personal
instantly made to feel comfortable and right at home. Though thoughts and feelings....
living with so little, the people of Fiji were amongst the happiest
I’ve ever met in my life; always singing, dancing and celebrating. “Today could only be described as the hardest working day of
It made it so obvious to us that we are all blessed with so much, my life. I have been shovelling rubble, carrying rubble, mixing
and all too often take so much for granted. cement and lifting buckets of cement all whilst saying hello to
10 different kids every time I walk past them. I have sweated
The trip taught each of us a variety of important life lessons, in places I have never sweated before and I think I am more
some as simple as, ‘There’s always time for those you love’ and exhausted than ever before. But I can’t help but think that
‘Everyone has a story’, and supplied us with memories that we what I have done will in some way make a small difference to
will hold close to our hearts for a lifetime. It is an extraordinary someone else’s life.” (Callum’s Day 4 Journal Entry)
feeling knowing that simple actions of kindness do make a
significant difference in the hearts and lives of others. Although the trip was very challenging physically, mentally and
emotionally: we always put others before ourselves. Even if we
Sara Petruzzella and Justin Tate were hot, sweaty, tired and wanted to give up and go home,
Members of the 2013 SHCS Fiji Marist we didn’t! Instead, we learnt to push through the tough times
together as a group, remembering that our main goal was to
Immersion Team give everything that we had to others who had close to nothing.

PHILIPPINES IMMERSION Overall, the trip as a whole was the best experience of our
EXPERIENCE lives, and one that we will never forget, not only because of the
impact that we had on others, but more importantly, because of
Last year we were fortunate to be part of the Sacred Heart the impact others had on us.
College Senior Marist Immersion Team who travelled to The
Philippines where we stayed with the Marist Brothers, in Claudia Caruso and Callum Brown
Marikina Heights, Manila. This experience was one that not only
changed our lives but, more importantly, make a difference to INTERNATIONAL GATHERING
the lives of the people we were able to visit. This was due to the of YOUNG MARISTS AT WORLD
fact that we were able to share our time, gifts and the monetary YOUTH DAY 2013
donations from our Marist community.
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL
The Philippines Immersion trip is about placing yourself in a
different culture and learning so much about not only yourself Family – This is what the International Gathering of Marist
but the world around you which, for so many, is harsh and Youth brought to me. Strangers who became friends, and then
dangerous. For us, this was represented by visiting places such brothers and sisters in our massive Marist Family! The CHANGE
as Gawad Kalinga, Magasaysay College in San Narciso and the festival really expanded my knowledge of the Marist world and
Mother Rita Centre. During our time in GK and the College, we my appreciation for Marists in my life. Superior General Br. Emili
had the opportunity to embrace the Filipino culture by having Turu shared a quote: “Find what God is writing on your heart,
a homestay experience with a Filipino family for a few nights. and follow it”. This led me to reflect on my life and contemplate
Homestay was at times a confronting experience, yet very what I can do individually, but also what the Marist family
beneficial once we realised just how much the families that we together can achieve. This was further consolidated by Br John
stayed with had given up for us. Being exposed to how they live, from the USA sharing: “Never doubt that a small group of
has made us realise just how grateful we should be for what thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it
we have. One place that stood out for us was Gawad Kalinga is the only thing that ever has.” (Margaret Mead). These people
(a building project for people who live in squatters settlements) have inspired me to come back to my local Marist community

Members of the 2013 SHCS Philippines Marist Immersion Team Copacabana Beach after the final mass shared with Pope Francis and
Kate Martin, Claudia Caruso, Joel Baker, Ashleigh Hill, Callum Brown 4 million pilgrims
and Amelia Galpin with some of the young Marist Brothers studying at
MAPAC 13

One of the many small groups during the Marist CHANGE Festival, SCHOOL SPORTS
with English, Spanish, Portuguese and Japanese speaking Marists
FOOTBALL

Last year, Hamish Hartlett (OS 05-07) was invited back
to the school by Anthony Goodrich to speak to the Year 11
Workplace Practices (Football) class. Hamish captained the
First XVIII while at Sacred Heart College and during his last year
also toured South Africa as part of the AIS/AFL Academy squad.
Hamish represented South Australia at the 2008 AFL National
Under 18 Championships, earning selection in the All Australian
side. Hamish originally came from the Edwardstown Football
Club before he made his debut for West Adelaide in the SANFL
in 2007. Hamish was awarded the Round 16 Star Search Award
nomination in his seventh senior game.

The Australian Province Young Marist Pilgrims visiting Christ Redeemer LtoR: Josh Alberts, Regan Gordon, Jacksen Trezise and Ryan Burton

and be more involved in volunteer work and helping the Hamish was taken from West Adelaide at pick 4 in the 2008
wider community. This has included starting to prepare for the National Draft and on 3 June 2009 he made his debut playing
fantastic Australian Marist Youth Festival (#MYF15) that will be for Port Power against Hawthorn in Round 4.
held in Sydney in January 2015. I can only hope that this festival Hamish is an immensely talented player with a penetrating kick.
will provide our young Marists with an appreciation for the love He was promoted to the Power’s leadership group in 2012 and
of our Marist family and inspire us to do even more with our continues to be one of the Power’s leaders.
lives!

Rio was home to more than 4 million pilgrims during World
Youth Day 2013. I cannot forget the Vigil celebrated with
our Papa Francisco on Copacabana beach. In particular, the
Adoration of the Eucharist in which millions of people sat in
silence praying to Our Lord. Sitting with my knees in the sand,
only hearing the crashing of waves on the beach and people
in the streets chanting love for our Pope - it really struck me
that people… pilgrims… fellow young Catholics, had travelled
from literally all around the world for the same thing – to share
in our faith. I realised that I’m not alone, and being a Catholic
is nothing to be scared or ashamed of. Pope Francis summed
up our existence and life mission: “Go, do not be afraid, and
serve”.

By Hendrika Duivenvoorden Melbourne
& Courtney Redden, Adelaide Young Marists

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Matthew Pavlich (OS 97-99) returned home briefly in L - R standing - Jack Martin (Year 11), Joshua Allison (Year 12),
September 2013 to catch up with his former school coaches, Kate Monks (Year 12), Katie Jury (Year 12), Abbey Jones (Year 11)
Anthony Goodrich and Sean Hill. Matthew was interviewed Francesca Kidd (Year 12) and Kneeling - William Schetter (OS 11-13)
in relation to the 2013 grand final featuring Fremantle and
Geelong. Pavlich was drafted to Fremantle from Woodville-West Seven current and past Sacred Heart College Senior students
Torrens at pick 4 in the 1999 AFL draft. Despite the tempting were selected to represent the 2014 SA State Team at the
lure from other clubs, in particular Port Power, over the years, recent Surf Life Saving Interstate Championships that was held
Pavlich has remained loyal to Fremantle, having played 290 at Newport Beach NSW on 23 and 24 January 2014. The team
games. comprised of 30 athletes who represented SA in pool lifesaving,
beach competition and surf events in Open, Under 19 and Under
Anthony Goodrich believes Pavlich’s loyalty serves as one of the 17 age groups against teams from all states and the NT.
greatest AFL success stories and inspiration to many aspiring
footballers. Of the twenty Under 19 and Under 17 athletes, seven were
Sacred Heart College students. A fantastic representation
COMEDY FESTIVAL from the school!

Congratulations to Year 12 student Mbita Makwaza who JUNIOR RUGBY
won the SA State Final for the Melbourne International Comedy
Festival’s High School ‘Class Clowns’ competition. Mbita will be Congratulations to Chad Bowker
representing South Australia at the finals in Melbourne later this (Year 11) who was selected for the
year. We wish Mbita all the best for his upcoming performance. Junior Gold Rugby Program. Only 30
were selected from the State for U18 as
CYCLING a high performance pathway for 2014.
Chad also played for the State in the
Congratulations to Jonathan U16 SA State Team in Sydney.
Stephens (Year 12) who was
selected in the South Australian State MASS
Track Cycling Team. Jonathan also
competed at the recent National The Foundation and Sacred Heart Old Collegians
Track Championships and will also Association will be holding a light breakfast at the
be competing at the Oceania Road conclusion of the Mass conducted in the Chapel
Championships in Toowoomba.
every Wednesday from 7.30am to 8.00am
Congratulations to both Delilah Ryan and Cooper Sayers by Monsignor Rob Egar.
(Year 10) who have been selected in the U17 South Australian
Track Team for Cycling. Delilah and Cooper competed at the The breakfast will be held in the Parlour
National Track Championships in Sydney recently. 14 May 2014.

SURF LIFESAVING If you would like to attend, please RSVP
to Jane Ping on 8350 2590 or email
Congratulations to both Ben Barrett
and Sarah Chigwidden (Year 10) at [email protected] prior to the Mass.
who were selected for the U15 State
Lifesaving Team and competed in the 15
Southern States Challenge, which is
a competition between Tasmania,
Victoria and South Australia, held in
mid-January. Ben and Sarah did very
well, both winning their beach sprints.
Ben also came first in flags.

MARIST CRICKET CARNIVAL

The 41st Annual Australia and New Zealand Marist Despite some challenging weather, there were some great
Cricket Carnival, held between 3 and 10 December cricket matches, with the Carnival being won by Marist
2013, was hosted by Sacred Heart College and Ashgrove, the result being finalised in the last game on the
convened by James Gill and Sue Kenneally. The last day. It was a close contest throughout the week with three
Colleges that were involved in the Carnival were: schools (Marist Ashgrove, Lavalla Traralgon and Sacred Heart)
able to perform on the Carnival on the last day.
• Marist College, Ashgrove (Qld)
Best players for Sacred Heart College included Pat Kitschke, who
• Marcellin College, Bulleen (Vic) earned a well deserved spot in the combined Marist XI team;
Josh Barrett, who Captained extremely well and led by example
• Marist College, Canberra (ACT) with the bat; Chris Barns, who was outstanding with the ball,
and Josh Kohn, who was consistent with his leg spin bowling.
• St John’s College, Woodlawn (NSW) All in all, it was a great team performance.

• Lavalla Catholic College, Traralgon (Vic) It was an outstanding week, with the Marist spirit shining
through both on and off the field. Sacred Heart was well led by
• Sacred Heart College, Adelaide (SA) Captain Josh Barrett and his Vice Captain Daniel Moroney and
came very close to its first Carnival victory in 9 years, only to
Sacred Heart College was one of the founding schools when the stumble in the last game.
Carnival was initiated by Br Jordan Redden and the late Tony
Lantry in the early 1970s. The community was saddened by the Special thanks to the conveners, Sue Kenneally and James Gill,
passing of Mr Lantry in 2013 and acknowledged his influence, as well as Damian Kitschke who took care of the presentations
which was immeasurable and will withstand the test of time. and other events throughout the Carnival. Thanks must also be
extended to the numerous parents and friends of the College
The initial purpose of the Carnival was to remove state blinkers who offered their homes to the visiting players and helped with
and promulgate the Marist message through the spirit of certain duties throughout the week. The Carnival would not
cricket. This purpose was the driving force in the organisation of have been such a success without your support and dedication
the 41st carnival. to the College.

The Carnival kicked off with a Marist Carnival Supporters and Robert Gill, Coach
Past Players Cocktail Party held on Friday, 6 December in the Br
Stephen Debourg Performing Arts Centre.

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SHC Centenary Celebration and Fundraiser

SATURDAY, 11 OCTOBER 2014

To commemorate 100 years since the Marist Brothers located Sacred Heart College at Paringa Hall, the SHC community (led
by the SHC Foundation) is planning a major fundraising event. The College plans to memorialise this significant historical
milestone with a major refurbishment of the College Science Laboratory, estimated to cost around $500,000. This is a much
needed capital project for the College, allowing it to provide students with modern and relevant science teaching facilities.
Subject to funding, it is hoped the work will commence as early as November 2014.

The SHC Community comprising parents, friends and Old Collegians, would like to make a major contribution of funds
towards that refurbishment. We are therefore planning an evening cocktail function and auction utilising the beautiful

rooms at Paringa Hall and the facilities in the De Bourg Performing Arts Centre on Saturday evening, 11 October
2014. We are hoping to have 400 guests (parents, friends and Old Collegians) at this event, with our target to raise

$100,000 to contribute to the science laboratory project.

We are seeking support for the SHC Foundation volunteer base with a group of motivated and
interested team of parents, ideally of 2014 Year 9 and Year 10 students to form a management
committee to plan and execute this major event. The administration support of the SHC Foundation will

be available to help the committee.

So please put 11 October 2014 in your diary and consider volunteering for this committee to make a material and
educational difference for your children at SHC.

If you are interested, please register your details with Jane Ping at [email protected]

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SACRED HEART will be several of the Marist Brothers. We hope Old Scholars,
COLLEGE FOUNDATION supporters of the Foundation and members of the community
will come along and support this event.
Welcome to the first edition of the Blue and Blue The College relies on the support of our community to enable
for 2014, produced and published by Sacred Heart us to provide quality educational facilities for our students, as
College Senior, the Old Collegians Association and set out above. The College’s Capital Fundraising Program is
the Sacred Heart College Foundation. This year, extended to our school community. It is a voluntary program,
the Foundation Office is based in the Cottage at with all contributions going towards the Capital Campaign
the entrance to the College. Please feel free to drop which will ensure the College’s facilities continue to meet
in and visit anytime. the requirements of our present and future students. All
donations are fully tax deductible. Our major fundraising is via
The aim of the Foundation is to assist the College Annual Giving in June and leadership gifts which can be made
by providing financial support for the provision of at anytime. The next major project remains the complete
facilities. For over 20 years we have assisted with reconstruction of the Main Oval buildings with the first stage
all capital projects and, with the continued support being the relocation of the Hospitality Centre. It is hoped that
of the community, we hope to continue doing so. this relocation will take place in the latter part of this year.
The Foundation will be holding their Annual General Meeting
The first fundraiser on the agenda for the Foundation for on Tuesday, 20 May @ 6.00pm in the Parlour. If you are
2014 will be the Sacred Sights Tour. This will be the 10th interested in attending, please contact Jane Ping.
anniversary for the Sacred Sights Tour and the organising
committee are hoping to get a lot of new parents involved Jim Whiting
this year. The tour will take place from 28 April to 2 May. President
There are limited spots still available, so if you are interested
please contact Jane Ping at [email protected]. The SCHOLARSHIPS AND
Foundation wishes to thank committee members Peter Oates, BURSARIES
Peter Fritz, David Parr and Ed Keenan for all their continuing
hard work and support. The Foundation continues to support several scholarships
in conjunction with the Senior School Boarding House
To commemorate 100 years since the Marist Brothers and the Old Scholars.
relocated Sacred Heart College to Paringa Hall, the Foundation
will be hosting a major fundraising event to be held on In 2013, the Foundation offered a scholarship to a
Saturday, 11 October. The fundraiser will be an evening student who was in Year 11 at Sacred Heart. The
cocktail function and auction utilising the facilities in the De recipient was nominated by the teaching staff at Sacred
Bourg Performing Arts Centre. We are hoping to have 400 Heart and endorsed by the Principal. The recipient for
guests (parents, friends and Old Collegians) at this event with 2013 was Alexander Wong.
our target to raise $100,000 to contribute to the refurbishment The Henry Whiting Scholarship was established in 2002 and
of the College Science Laboratory estimated to cost around is offered by The Whiting Family in memory of their late
$500,000. This is a much needed capital project to allow the brother, Henry Whiting. The Scholarship aims to assist families
College to provide students’ with modern and relevant science in country South Australia who are seeking to provide a
teaching facilities. Subject to funding, it is hoped the work Catholic education for their son or daughter at Sacred Heart
will commence as early as November 2014. College. Each Year 10 boarder is encouraged to apply and
then members of the Whiting family interview a number
If you are interested in joining the committee or donating your of applicants. The Scholarship provides assistance toward
services or any items for the auction, please contact Jane Ping. school fees for a boarding student. In 2013 the Scholarships
were awarded to Georgia Crossman and Heyson Hinge. The
The Foundation assists in the organisation of reunions and, Scholarship(s) will again be offered in 2014.
where possible, the Foundation will assist with the mail-out
of information in relation to upcoming reunions. There were Pictured are Nick and Richard Whiting with 2013’s recipients’ Georgia
four reunions held last year. They were the Class of 2003, Crossman and Heyson Hinge.
celebrating 10 years, Class of 1993 celebrating 20 years, the
Class of 1988 celebrating 25 years; and the Class of 1979, who
celebrated a non-traditional “34” years. If you are interested in
organising a Reunion and wish to advertise it in the Blue and
Blue magazine, or you are aware of any upcoming reunions,
please contact Jane Ping on 8350 2590.

In October the Foundation, together with the Old Collegians
Association, hosted a light breakfast in the Parlour after Mass.
The next Mass to be followed by breakfast will be held on
Wednesday, 14 May. The breakfast will follow Mass and
should conclude by 8.30am. If you are interested in attending
the breakfast, please RSVP to Jane Ping on 8350 2590 or
email [email protected]. The Principal of the College,
Steve Byrne, will be in attendance to meet all attendees as

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Since 1996, the Sacred Heart Old Collegians Association has LIST OF DONORS 2013
awarded a Scholarship to a Year 11 student who intends
to pursue Year 12 studies at Sacred Heart. The Scholarship The following List of Donors includes those people who made
funds are made possible from life member funds from the Old a donation to the College Foundation in 2013. To each and
Collegians Association. The 2014 recipients were Kate Monks every donor, we thank you for your generous support of the
and Callum Reid. The Scholarships are offered to students who College. Your support is very much valued and appreciated
are passionate about their experience at Sacred Heart College and you remain in the thoughts and prayers of the College.
and will go on to promote the College and the Old Collegians Every effort has been made to ensure our List of Donors is
Association once they are themselves an Old Scholar. In accurate. Where requested, anonymity has been noted. If an
addition to receiving $1,000 off their school fees, Kate and error has been made, please accept our apologies and contact
Callum also received $500. me so we can ensure that the error is not repeated in future
years. If your name does not appear in this List of Donors,
THE HARVEY SUPPLE AWARD but you would like it to appear in future lists, please contact
me to discuss how you can make a donation to the College
The Harvey Supple Athlete of the Year Award is presented to an that will have a positive impact on the lives of the current and
athlete who has been selected by the Sports Department as the future generations of Sacred Heart College.
best Athlete of the Year across all sports at the College.
With best wishes and many thanks for your generous support.
Harvey Supple attended Sacred Heart College from 1938
to 1940. Harvey was a keen athlete at the College and has Jim Whiting
donated funds for the Athlete of the Year Award. The winner for President
the 2013 Harvey Supple Award was Jack Haarsma.
(O/S 66-74)
THE TRAVERS BEQUEST SOCIETY
Foundation Trustees Colin Windsor
Another way that the community can support the College is to Clem Kenny Darren & Liz Elliott
make a bequest in your will. Fiona Crosbie David Jefferys
To perpetuate the memory of Rev Dean L M Travers MBE, the Jim & Bronwyn Whiting David Parr
Travers Bequest Society is available to encourage more people Lawrence & Joy Smart Dean Button
to support the work of the Foundation. Dean Travis is one of Peter & Patricia Whelan Denis & Claire Noble
the greatest benefactors to the Foundation. Roly & Susan Vaughton Dion Moroney
A bequest - no matter how large or small - is a legacy of love Elvis Seman
and respect for others. It stands as a monument to the values Foundation Fellows Enzo Lombardi
you hold dear in your life, and it allows those values to extend Bernard Booth Eric Roughana
beyond your life. Chris & Jackie McGowan Father Rob Egar
Funds dedicated to the Travers Bequest Society, whether a cash Des Saint (AM) Francis (Frank) Wallace
donation or a percentage of the value of your estate, will help Ed & Michelle Keenan Frank Camporeale
us to provide the highest standards of education, resources Frank & Shirley Holland Gerald White
and personal development for our students. Graham Spurling (AM) Glenn Songaila
If you wish to assist in any way, please call the Foundation Harley Hooper Grant Macauley
Office on (08) 8350 2590. Ian Jamieson & Greg Carey
Joan Backhouse
Maryanne Kelton Jock & Oddy O’Sullivan
Kevin Gallagher John & Dorothy Mellor
Paul Teisseire John Campbell &
Peter Eblen
Peter & Anne Fritz Margaret Doyle
Peter & Kerryn Oates John Pattison
Rene & Vee Pols John Wallace
Richard & Filomena Libralato Jon Clayton
Tom & Wendy Vaughan Kath Moran
William Regan (RIP) Kevin Kelly
Kevin Markham
Foundation Members Kevin Mulcahy
Andrew Neagle Laurie Brooks
Annie Barry Mark McCabe
Anthony Shaw Matthew & Catherine
Barry Graham
Brenton White Haarsma
Brian & Elizabeth Crowe Maurice Howard
Brian Griffin Meg Haensel-Fuss
Brother John Furlong Michael Collett
Brother Jordan Redden Michael Jelly
Bryan Moroney Michael & Anne-Marie
Claude Esteve
Chris & Vicki Allen O’Grady
Michael Reynolds
Michael Wagner

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Moira Kenneally Sarah Causer Bernard H Booth Real Estate
Neville & Sharon Elliott Scott Shanks (Bernard Booth)
Noel Crowe Simon Tait
Patricia Gordon Sonia Turton Complete 4WD, Ute & Van Hire
Peter Henningsen Steve & Deana Byrne (Rob Davey)
Peter Hussin Steven Duke
Peter Klopotowski & Sue Klopotowska Steven Dunne Force Electronics (Robert Libralato)
Peter Kyloh Tony Shaw Ideal Shoe Repairs (Richard Libralato)
Peter McDonald Tony Whennan Marion Sand & Metal (Catherine
Peter O’Callaghan Val Stanuovo
Philip Chisholm Morton)
Philip Softley Sponsors Mobile Brake & Mechanical Repairs
Professor Denis Ralph 360 Private (Dan O’Toole)
Professor Konrad Muller Advance Sheet Metal (Ed Keenan) (John Laba)
Ria Hlawa Aluco (Chris Burns) Peter F Burns Real Estate (Peter Burns)
Robert Cameron Amorini (Steve & Suzy Bosley) Peter Oates Air Conditioning
Roger Shinnick Badge Constructions (Jim Whiting)
Ross & Janice Baker Beach Energy (Danny Burns) (Peter Oates)
South Coast Shopfitters (Ed Keenan)
Veolia Pty Ltd (David Parr)

SACRED SIGHTS 4WD TOUR 10th year anniversary

28/4/14 - 2/5/14 Don’t miss out only four space’s left, get in quick!!!!!

This event has been organized primarily as a fund raiser for the Sacred Heart College Foundation with a strong focus on fun, adventure
and social interaction with just a touch of competition between those fortunate enough to be taking part in the event. You will meet
a few of the numerous outback characters that live in the isolated parts of our great State that most people rarely, if ever, have the
opportunity to meet, whilst camping or swagging in some fantastic, isolated locations and enjoying true country hospitality.

Find out each morning where you are going, play darts, golf and other games, and spend each evening with catered food in a bush
setting.

 Yes, please book me a vehicle spot for $1,200 *Entry fees are tax deductible*

Vehicle spot must be booked and paid by end of February, with food levy by end of March

 Please book $450 food levy per person Number of entries

Name: Car Captain:

Address:

Telephone: Email:

Please accept my cheque/credit card payment : Mastercard/Visa (American Express not accepted)

Credit Card No: Expiry Date:

Name on Card: Signature:

Cheques to be made payable to the Sacred Heart College Foundation, C/- 195 Brighton Road, Somerton Park SA 5044.

Attention: Jane Ping

Sponsorship is also available at a cost of $1,000.
If you are interested in sponsoring the event,

please contact Ed Keenan on 0418 824 416 for further details.

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PRESIDENT’S REPORT–SHOC’s

In 2013, as you are aware, a new Principal was appointed at We appreciate your support for the Old Collegians Association
Sacred Heart College. and hope that you are happy and supportive of the direction
that the College is taking in conjunction with the Association.
As part of his role as Principal, Steve Byrne has been very This will enable the Association to grow and assist in providing
supportive of the Sacred Heart Old Collegians Association and current students with information and networking possibilities.
as such has set up an arrangement between the Old Collegians
Association and the College which enables all graduating It is also the intention of the Association to set up a business
students to become members of the Old Collegians Association, directory which all old scholars and community members can
without the payment of any additional fee. Their membership draw on if they require the services of a contractor or business.
will include a digital version of the Blue and Blue magazine. If you are interested in being named in this register, could you
also please provide your details to Jane Ping via her email
Financial members of the Association (Life, Blue or Annual address [email protected].
members) will be entitled to a hard copy of the Blue and Blue
magazine. If you would prefer to receive a digitalised version, In 2014, the College will be upgrading their website and the Old
please ensure that you have provided your current email Collegians Association will have a separate page linked to the
address to the secretary for the Old Collegians Association, Mrs website where old scholars will be able to update their contact
Jane Ping. details and also be kept apprised of upcoming events.

At this stage, the magazine will still be produced in hard copy, We are also pleased to advise that the Sacred Heart Old
but at some time in the near future, there will only be hard Collegians Association facebook page currently has 621
copies produced for Life Members. If you are a graduate of members. If you would like to join, just send us a friend request.
Sacred Heart College you still have the option to join as a Life If you have any reunions or events coming up, please feel free
Member at a cost of $400. If you are interested in becoming to advertise them on this page.
a Life Member, please contact Jane Ping at blue@blue@shcs.
sa.edu.au. The Association is always looking to improve and grow so if
you are interested in joining the committee or a sporting club,
Contact Details for please do not hesitate to contact Old Collegians Association
Sacred Heart President, Heath Treacy on 0411 225 915.
Old Collegians
Heath Treacy
President: President
Heath Treacy ([email protected])

Vice President:
Michaela Kenneally ([email protected])

Committee:
Danny Burns, Courtney Redden, Frank McIntyre

Athletics:
Luke Hildyard ([email protected])

Cricket:
Rav Prakesh ([email protected])

Football:
Tom Spurling ([email protected])
Rhys Barker (barkerrh@transfieldservices.com)

Netball:
Maddy Cracknell/Katie Fritz
([email protected])

Soccer:
Michael Cannavan
([email protected])

Student Reps:
Callum Reid and Kate Monks

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“Under the Spotlight” – Dave Whelan

Chief Executive Officer, Whelan Care As Chief Executive Officer of Whelan Care, he directed the
Old Scholar 1978 - 1985 development of The Homestead at Walkley Heights aged care
facility and more recently Trevu House aged care facilities in
There are parallels in David Whelan’s life that Gawler and Willaston.
underpin his success in sport and business. They have
provided direction to core values that he embraced Whelan Care today operates five major sites with 350 skilled
from his family and from his boyhood in Sacred Heart employees and around 260 residents in high and low care and
College. in serviced apartments.

Mateship, respect, humility, teamwork and communication skills David has managed this growth while maintaining positions on
are qualities he carries with pride as Chief Executive Officer of the Sacred Heart College Council and on the SHOCs committee.
a major aged care group, and as a career footballer, coach and More recently, he accepted an invitation from Glenelg Football
administrator. Club President and former Sacred Heart team mate, Nick
Chigwidden, to join the Board as Finance Director.
“Whether in sport or business, the important thing is to develop
a good culture,” David said. “I have carried a lot of the things I learnt from football into my
approach to business,” David said. “Individual performance
“I firmly believe that being part of Sacred Heart College contributes to team success and it is built on good relationships
provided me with an excellent grounding and a strong sense of and effective communication.
community.”
“I am very proud of my continuing involvement in the Sacred
David, 45, attended Sacred Heart Middle School and the Heart community and in my career in aged care. There are many
Senior College from 1978 to 1985, balancing a solid academic challenges in this industry, particularly in meeting new demands
commitment with a passion for sport. and expectations of an ageing society.

He was a top achiever in football and in tennis while gaining “But it is a people business with a focus on quality care. I enjoy
excellent marks in the classroom, particularly in mathematics helping others and believe the people in our business are good
and biology, for which he won an academic award in his final corporate citizens.”
year.
David and his wife, Jo, have three children – Amy, Sam and Jack.
While he was still at school, David’s parents – Trevor and Carol Jo works in an administrative role with Whelan Care.
–purchased Brookleigh Nursing Home, the former property of
sporting legend Victor Richardson, which had been converted “There are many exciting career opportunities in aged care,”
into a 15 bed aged care facility. It was the beginning of a David said. “But in whatever path they choose, I encourage
commitment by the Whelan family to quality aged care that has young people to pursue their potential with passion and energy.
spanned three decades of growth and achievement.
“That outlook was instilled in me at Sacred Heart, and I am sure
While studying economics and accounting at Flinders University, it is shared by most of the generations of students who have
David worked in a number of part-time jobs in the family been part of this unique school community.”
business, along with stints as a labourer and kitchen hand.
Trevor Gill
In 1986, he broke his leg while playing under 19s football for
South Adelaide, but recovered to notch up four league games
with the club before another serious leg injury forced his
retirement from senior football.

After graduating from university in 1989, David could have gone
straight into the family business, which by then had grown to
include the Oaklands Nursing Home, later expanding to become
Oaklands Residential Care.

Instead, he sought wider commercial accounting experience
in the Auditor General’s Department and later with Deloitte
Australia, specialising in auditing and insolvency matters.

Meanwhile, he continued playing football with the Goodwood
Saints, winning a premiership along the way, before being
seconded to Deloitte in the United Kingdom, where he gained
further expertise in auditing software.

In 1997, David joined Whelan Care as Executive Officer
playing a vital role in the expansion of the business with the
development of Mitcham Residential Care Facility.

After being assistant coach at Goodwood Saints for three years,
David was appointed coach of Sacred Heart Old Collegians
(SHOCs) Football Club from 2003 to 2005, later serving as
President.

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WHERE ARE THEY NOW? stories of war heroes who crawled back to Pt Moresby amidst
gunfire after their ankles were shot off, it really puts your pain
Old Scholars Success Stories in perspective and makes it easy to keep walking!
What was your highlight from the trip?
KAKODA TRAIL The whole trip was fantastic and it is too hard to pick just one
highlight. The things that I think will stay with me for the rest of
Old Scholar Amy Noll (10-12) took a gap year in 2013 and my life are:
took on her dream of walking the Kokoda Trail. She was selected • The opportunity to meet, shake hands with and say a sincere
in the Kokoda Youth Leadership Challenge for 17-25 year olds,
and this is what she had to say about the experience: thank you to a surviving fuzzy wuzzy angel from WWII. This
man and his people made a huge contribution to Australia’s
What made you want to walk the Kokoda Trail? success in the 1942 campaign.
• Being selected by our group leader to lead the group across
Growing up in Port Augusta, at the heart of the Flinders Ranges, the finish line at Ower’s Corner. It was a real honour to walk
I spent many weekends climbing hills and mountains with my my extraordinary, hard-working friends under the arches
mum, dad and brothers, Daniel (OS 07-09) and Darcy (OS 11- after 10 days and 130km of mental and physical ups and
13). It was a dream of mine to walk in Papua New Guinea to downs.
experience a part of what our Aussie diggers went through in Would you advise others to follow in your footsteps
WWII, especially since it was where my grandfather fought. For and do you have any advice for them?
this reason I studied my Year 12 research project on walking The Kokoda Trail has such a strong significance in Australian
the Kokoda Trail and became even more passionate about history and I strongly encourage anyone interested to
experiencing it for myself. experience it. Applications for the Youth Leadership Challenge
open in March and I am happy to talk to anyone interested. My
How did you have to prepare for the trail? main advice would be to do lots of climbing in preparation and
to pack as light as possible!
From the day I found out I was selected, I started walking up
and down hills around Adelaide and the Flinders Ranges every Our team at the finish line- the arch at Owers Corner
weekend. I progressively added extra weight to my backpack
until I was carrying the required 15kg. As well as this, I trained
by swimming, running and going to pump and pilates classes.

Who did you go with?

Along with the other young trekkers from SA, WA and NSW,
our group included two fantastic Adventure Kokoda Australian
guides and 22 Papuan men. These men had an incredible level
of strength and fitness and a few of them walked barefoot! They
were extremely helpful and on one day even chopped down a
tree, carried it over a kilometre and made a bridge for us over a
freezing, fast flowing river.

What was it like, physically and mentally, as you were
walking?

Compared to others, I was fortunate enough to not have
any major setbacks on the trail. Some members of our group
suffered from gastro, tinea, ankle swelling and knee injuries.
My only struggle was a few blisters on my toes, which made
some downhill sections quite painful. When you’re listening to

At Nauro on day 8 Meeting Mr Luala, a surviving fuzzy wuzzy angel from WWII.

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KENYA Over the school holidays we met Carol and Tony, who are 12
and 8 years old respectively. Unable to return home due to
Joe Waugh, Sam Lemm, Tyler Ross and Caitin Hayes unfortunate family circumstances, they were living with the
(All Old Scholars 2010-2012) sisters and helping with day-to-day tasks such as cooking and
farming. Sister Silvi explained to us Carol and Tony’s desperate
We spent August 2013 in the company of the Kenyan situation and lack of school funding. Since the children’s past
community of Naroosura. Invited by Kenyan Priest, Father sponsor is no longer able to support them financially, we saw
Michael, of the Blackwood Catholic Church. The opportunity the opportunity to offer our help to continue sending Carol and
arose to travel to the Narok Region of Kenya and stay in the Tony to school.
care of his cousin, Father Ambrose. As three of us had already Overall, our trip to Kenya has left us with a wealth of experience
had the incredible experience of travelling to India in 2011 and an abundance of memories. We are glad to have had the
as part of the Sacred Heart Marist Immersion Team, we knew opportunity to help the community of Naroosura and would like
this was too incredible an opportunity to pass up. We saw to thank everyone who showed generous support of the cause,
the potential to experience Kenyan life, while also assisting a many of whom are from the Sacred Heart community.
community in need.
Tyler, Joe, Sam and Caitin
The community of Naroosura was in need of a reliable water
source, due to the lack of current infrastructure. As a solution The Naroosura Health Care Centre Team
to this issue, it was proposed by Father Ambrose that the
construction of a rainwater tank, which would store clean and Water tank construction under way
safe water for the school and local community, would be a
worthwhile project. From here, a fundraiser was organised and
held by the Lemm, Waugh, Hayes and Ross families to support
the cause. We had an overwhelming response of generosity
from our friends, family and the local community, many of
who are members of the Sacred Heart community. As a result
of the fundraiser we were able to raise $6,000, enough for
the construction of the 50,000 litre concrete water tank in
Naroosura.

Along with the manual labour of digging the foundation of
the water tank, we worked in the local Health Care Centre
on Wednesdays, which is run by the Franciscan Sisters. On
Wednesdays the centre is flooded with Masaii people from the
surrounding lands who travel as far as 30km by foot to receive,
what is by our standards, very basic and fundamental health
care. Furthermore, we took part in the Narok District Catholic
Youth Week, which just so happened to be in Naroosura during
our stay. This was great fun and involved seminars, sports,
singing and dancing by students from all over Kenya.

During our month’s stay we were fortunate enough to travel
throughout Kenya and visit a range of memorable sites other
than the village of Narosura such as Masaii Mara game reserve,
Amboseli National Park, Mt. Kilamanjaro, Nairobi city and
Mombasa coast.

Youth Week Soccer Tournament

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ARNOLD (DES) SAINT (OS 44-47) Ashes Urn. Winning some early County matches was the only
success as the Australians were playing out of season while the
Congratulations to old scholar Arnold (Des) Saint (OS English, who have a very structured League, were nearing the
44-47) who was honoured with an AM in the Australia Day end of their season.
Honours 2014. Des was honoured with this AM due to his
roles in aged care and sporting and community associations, Michael, who plays as an opening batsman and wicket keeper,
including the Hutt Street Centre, Southern Cross Care and described the highlights of the tour as the Test matches,
Greyhound Racing SA. He volunteered for Meals on Wheels receiving his baggy green with player number 20 and
and was a Calvary North Adelaide Hospital Board member for Captaining Australia against Worcester.
21 years from 1970-1991, including holding the position of
Chairman from 1986-1991. He is a member of the SA Over 60s playing group and has been
a member of their team at the last 5 National Carnivals.
Des has always been a proud and generous supporter of
the Sacred Heart College Foundation and has recently been Michael’s father was also an old scholar in 1932.
instrumental in raising funds for the first Marist School in East
Timor. WILLIAM “BILL” DENNY (OS 58-64)

MICHAEL WILLSON (OS 54-58)

Old Scholar Michael Willson 1954-58 now retired to Adelaide Lieutenant Colonel (Ret’d) William Thomas “Bill” Denny
from Kangaroo Island was fortunate enough to take part in a 3 AM has been extremely busy since graduating from Sacred
week cricket tour to England late in 2013. Heart College in 1964. Bill is a senior public servant and retired
Michael was Vice Captain of the first official Over 70s cricket officer of the Australian Army, best known for his advocacy of
team to tour England, playing 7 County sides and 3 one day veterans’ and indigenous issues. He was made a Member of the
`Tests`. The 50 over International matches at this level are Order of Australia (AM) in 2006, and was a South Australian
referred to as Test Matches played for an identical trophy as the state finalist in the Australian of the Year awards for 2014 for
his work as a veteran and community advocate.
Opening the batting for Australia at Hampshire
Bill is a former member of the Regular Army, having seen active
service in the Vietnam War after graduating from the Officer
Cadet School, Portsea. Bill subsequently served with the 86th
Transport Platoon of the Royal Australian Army Service Corps.
Shortly after returning from Vietnam in 1972, he was promoted
to Captain and posted as aide-de-camp to the Governor-General
and service with the British Army. As aide-de-camp, he was
at Government House when the Governor-General dismissed
Prime Minister Gough Whitlam on 11 November 1975. Bill also
served in Papua New Guinea and with the British Army in West
Germany.

After leaving the Army in 1990 as a Lieutenant Colonel, Bill built
a diverse career in the fields of road transport, real estate and
the retirement village sector and since 2008 Bill has been the
Director of Veterans SA. He was appointed as a Justice of the
Peace in New South Wales in 1988, and in South Australia in

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Brother Paul began his career as a secondary school teacher of
Chemistry, Physics and Religious Education at St Paul’s College
in Traralgon in Victoria. He has been the Principal of a number of
Marist Schools. Br Paul was Provincial of the Marist Brothers in
Melbourne and now takes up the role of Community Leader in
Adelaide as well as Chaplain at Aquinas.

CHRIS MURPHY (OS 84-86)

1994. In 2005, he was appointed to the board of Reconciliation In last year’s March edition of the Blue and Blue a story was
SA, a not-for-profit organisation that promotes reconciliation featured about Chris John Murphy (OS 84-86) and the
between Aboriginal Australians and non-Aboriginal people at a wonderful artwork that he created in the Adelaide Airport
state level. In 2006, he was appointed as a ministerial advisor Brighton Jetty Classic Sculptures Exhibition. Last year, Chris
to the then Attorney-General, Michael Atkinson, and was also won the outdoor section of the competition and this year
made a Member of the Order of Australia in the 2006 Australia Chris has been hard at work again, receiving the “People’s
Day Honours List for service to the community, particularly Choice Award,” winning with the sculpture of a very large
veterans and their families. 4M high steel giraffe. Chris said: “We wanted to do something
completely different from last year, using a technique where you
In 2008 Bill was appointed to head a new portfolio created make up a framework like a skeleton then patchwork on top
within the government, Veterans SA. He completed a Bachelor of that. It’s not too dissimilar to paper-mache – but we’re using
of Laws and Legal Practice with honours as a mature-age steel.”
student, and in 2010 he was admitted as a barrister and
solicitor in the Supreme Court of South Australia. Along with The event was inspired by Brighton Surf Life Saving Club
former Governor of South Australia, Sir Eric Neal, Denny was co- members after they experienced sculptures at Cottesloe Beach,
chair of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander War Memorial WA, which had been modelled on the famous Bondi Sculptures
Committee that raised the funds for the construction of the by the Sea. The event is an annual event which displays
memorial alongside the Torrens Parade Ground. The memorial sculptures that are inspirational, enticing, imaginative and
was unveiled by the Governor General of Australia, Quentin interactive. The sculptures range in size and feature both indoor
Bryce, in November 2013. and outdoor displays. We look forward to seeing what Chris
will create for next year!
Bill has been Chair of the RSL Anzac Day Committee for 16
years, was founder of the ANZAC Eve Youth Vigil Ceremony and MICHAEL CASH (OS 89-91)
instigator of the Vietnam War Memorial. Bill is also Chair of
the State ANZAC Day Commemoration Council and is patron of Michael Patrick Cash attended Sacred Heart College as a
many veterans’ organisations. He is planning to represent South boarder, graduating in 1991. Since his time at Sacred Heart,
Australia in the planning for the Centenary of ANZAC. Michael has worked in the engineering industry, recently
winning the very prestigious “Young International
In January 2014, Denny announced Tunneller of the Year” award on 26 November 2013.
that he would be the lead candidate Michael was presented with his Award at the NCE International
of a grouped independent ticket called Tunnelling Awards at the Grosvenor House Hotel, Park Lane,
“Your Voice Matters”, running for the London.
South Australian Legislative Council
in the March 2014 election. For more Michael was born and raised in a small farming community on a
information about “Your Voice sheep farm in Port Kenny, South Australia with his five brothers
matters” see http://yourvoicematters. (all Old Scholars of SHCS) and sister Angela. After graduating
com.au/our-candidates/. from Sacred Heart, Michael was accepted into the University

BR PAUL GILCHRIST (OS 60-69)

Chaplain Br Paul Gilchrist FMS, BSc, BEd, MEd,
GradDipEdAdmin, MTh

In 2014, Brother Paul Gilchrist made the move from Our Lady of
Sacred Heart in Alice Springs to take up the position of Chaplain
at Aquinas College, North Adelaide.

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of South Australia, School of Mines and received a Bachelor Leaders (ACEL). Alice is now in
of Engineering in mining engineering, as the first and only her sixth year of teaching and
member of his family to receive a university degree. While still is recognised for engaging and
in Australia he gained experience in all aspects of the mining motivating teachers to integrate
industry by working a wide variety of jobs from the bottom level concepts of environmental
up, giving him tangible experience rather than just theoretical sustainability and ecological justice
knowledge. These experiences make him invaluable as someone into their professional practice.
who takes a holistic view of a construction project rather than Alice motivates, challenges, inspires
seeing it from one perspective which leads to success on every and helps staff and students to
level. develop their understanding and
capability in the Sustainability
In 2001, Michael moved to England and applied his extensive area. Alice leads the Marymount
knowledge of mining to the field of civil engineering and then in Sustainability Action Group
2002 Michael moved to the United States. which was established in 2012 and she has generated support
and momentum to establish three school gardens, mapped
Since 2008, Michael has worked as the Regional Manager for ecological sustainability across the curriculum and led the
Southland Contracting Inc. Western Division as well as Project school to become a “zero waste” school.
Manager for the Lake Mead Intake #3 in Las Vegas, Nevada and Alice led the development of an integrated learning task with
the New Irvington Tunnel Project in the San Francisco Bay Area. the Year 6 team of teachers and has mapped the curriculum
Michael is described by his peers as a true leader, creating across Years 6-9. Her inspiration has led many other teachers
dynamic and innovative teams and driving his teams with to begin to undertake responsibility for Ecological Sustainability
efficiency. He consistently achieves his goals, meeting project within their teaching.
timelines, generating success well beyond the expectations As the co-ordinator of the Marymount Sustainability Action
of the City and County of San Francisco. Michael has been Group comprised of students, staff, parents and members of
recognised as being innovative, taking creative approaches to the community, Alice has led the group to identify and establish
solve problems. He has made tangible differences to the New strategic action plans relating to waste, spirituality, gardening
Irvington Tunnel Project in which he has operated in many ways, and creating a school environmental management plan. Alice is
from the creation of major infrastructure improvements to the currently the acting Leader of Learning at Marymount College.
creation of new locally trained and developed work forces. He Under Alice’s leadership of the Marymount Sustainability Action
has distinguished himself as a leader with technical expertise Group, the school has been fortunate enough to receive awards
in tunnel assessment, analysis, specification, construction and recognising the environmental sustainability initiatives she has
site supervision, partnering and complex operations applied to successfully driven. Marymount College was a finalist in the
tunnel engineering. South Australian Community Achievement Awards under the
category of Environment and Sustainability.
This award is organised by New Civil engineer, Ground
Engineering and the International Tunnelling and Underground ELEANOR KELLETT (OS 04-06)
Space Association, recognising the most innovative and
successful projects, companies and individuals from across the Eleanor Kellett was a student at Sacred Heart in 2004 - 2006.
global tunnelling industry. After she left Sacred Heart, Eleanor commenced as a trainee in
Governance at Onkaparinga Council, and quickly established
ALICE JANE DUNLOP (nee Gill) (OS 02-04) herself as a valuable member of the Governance Team and
finished her five year career with them as Executive Assistant to
Alice Dunlop attended Sacred Heart College from 2002 to the Mayor.
2004 with her three brothers James, Robert and Timothy. After
graduating in 2004, Alice completed a Bachelor of Education Eleanor with Congressman Mike Kelly (US House of Representatives
and Bachelor of Science at Flinders University. She is currently Pennsylvania’s 3rd District) and Kym Beasley (Australian Ambassador
enrolled in a doctorate research degree through Curtin to the United States) while an intern in Washington DC
University.
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In 2013 Alice was awarded the Educational Leadership
Learning Award from the Australian Council for Educational

Whilst working full time, Elle had also been studying Justice way to Denmark to compete in the World Canoe Marathon
and Society full time at Flinders University but changed her Championships in September. I am pleased to report that Roger
focus after a year and commenced her Bachelor of International and Jason won a Bronze medal in the Masters Doubles (C2)
Studies, majoring in American Politics. Early in 2012, she won over 17 km and came 13th in the Open Men C2 over 26 km.
a position as an intern for eight weeks working on Capitol Roger also won a silver medal in Masters Singles (C1) over 17
Hill in Washington DC. Eleanor worked for Congressman Mike km. Well done Roger!
Kelly and learned much about American politics during this
time. Whilst she was away, she fell in love with the life in SHOC SPORTS
Washington and with concentrated effort managed to gain
successful employment back in the city she enjoyed so much in SHOC FOOTBALL CLUB
her internship.
She was successful in gaining a position in the Australian The SHOCFC Management Committee has announced that
Embassy in Washington in August 2012 as an Executive Peter Caven has been appointed SHOCFC’s first Director of
Assistant for the Minister Councilor of Trade on a two year Coaching and that Adam Marling will step up into the role
contract, meanwhile continuing her university studies to of A Grade Coach.
completion and commencing her career in International
relations. Adam “Spud” Marling has been an Assistant
She has recently won a position in the Department of Defense A Grade Coach in 2011 and 2013, and has
at the Embassy in Washington and started this in October 2013. coached the Reserves for 3 years. He is a
Elle is very excited with this opportunity as this is where she former A grade player, keen student of football
would like to base her career. She will remain in Washington tactics, a good people person and is, of course
until the end of 2014. a dedicated Club man. He ran a very “close
second” to Peter last year when Peter was
Amy (OS 10-12) and Darcy Noll (OS 11-13) are siblings appointed and with a year’s further experience
who attended Sacred Heart as boarders, their home town being under Peter will do a great job as A Grade Coach.
Port Augusta. Both Amy and Darcy have a passion for medicine.
Amy graduated in 2012 and was successful in being accepted While this decision will mean a reduction in the day-to-day
into medicine. Her brother Darcy graduated last year as Dux commitment to the Club from Peter, his involvement with
of the boarding house with an ATAR of 99.7 and has also been the Club and the A grade side will remain significant. The
accepted to study medicine. Good luck to both Amy and Darcy. reduction in commitment has been forced upon Peter by a
change of circumstances in his work. Notwithstanding the work
Daniel Corcoran (OS 07-09) took a gap year after finishing commitments, Peter will be side by side with Adam at all games
Year 12 and took the opportunity to work while overseas. He and as many training sessions as possible. Importantly, in the
worked for a surveying firm which inspired him to do some newly created role he will remain deeply involved in the off-
further study. Working outside and also using your head was season recruiting campaign and will mentor all the coaches, an
very appealing to Dan. Last year, he completed his study in the exciting innovation for the SHOCFC.
Bachelor Geospatial Science at UniSA and plans to follow with
his Masters this year. He has thoroughly enjoyed the course Peter said of the role:
and has been able to combine study with employment with the
same firm. “I know I have only been with SHOFC for less
than 12 months but I can honestly say I love the
ROGER FRENCH (Staff member at SHCMS) club, people and the SHOC community. I feel it
is my club and don’t intend to walk away but
Canoe championships merely step back and support others that can
In the last edition of the Blue & Blue an article was published fully commit to the time frame in leading the
featuring Roger French and his canoe achievements with club. I certainly owe a lot of people who assisted
partner, Jason Nejman. Roger and Jason were on their and supported me in season 2013.”

28 We are pleased that the Marling and Caven team will continue
in 2014 as we resume our efforts to build on the success that
started in 2013.

Committee positions for the Football Club for 2014 are as
follows:

• Scott Collins Chair
• Tom Spurling AAFL President
• Henry Spurling AAFL Secretary
• Rhys Barker Management Meeting Secretary
• Josh Richardson Treasurer (assisted by Brad Atkinson)
• David Whelan Long term advisor and BMH liaison
• Adam Keegan
• Floyd O’Toole
• Dion Moroney
• Neil O’Dea
• Justin Hartshorne
• Brent Roberts

• Paul Fahey; and A Grade’s Outright Victory over Modbury CC at Banksia Park High
• Rav Prakash memory, needing a win in the final round to ensure their place
in the finals series.
We wish the Sacred Heart Old Collegians Football Club every In a year in which the club has struggled for numbers, on the
success for the 2014 season. back of the retirements of Simon Tregenza, Trent Gray and Ben
Griffith, it has been very pleasing to attract new players such as
SHOCFC Management Committee Harry Kitschke, Peter Spurling and Tom Simpson to the club, all
of whom have been regulars in the A Grade, and to receive the
SHOC CRICKET CLUB SEASON REPORT support of various Old Collegians in filling in and contributing to
the B Grade.
The SHOCCC has seen significant improvement in its playing list The SHOC Cricket Club would particularly like to thank all of its
in the 2013/2014 season, despite the A Grade last year making sponsors who have provided enormous assistance to the club
its first finals appearance in almost a decade. this year, in what has been a crucial year for getting the club
back on track.
The T20 team, led by Rav Prakash, won their way through the We would like to wish all of the other SHOC teams every
Group stage of the competition on the back of some impressive success for their upcoming campaigns, and we again look
bowling by young gun Harry Kitschke and second year player forward to working with the SHOC community to build a bigger
Shane Dalziell (both taking 5 wickets at an average of 13.60), and better club.
a hat-trick from T20 “X Factor” Sam Gordon-Smith and some
great batting from club stalwart Matty Adamson (74*, average 29
of 84) and Sam Hutchison (average 31.50).

47 from Sam Hutchison and 41 from Jed Wilson was enough to
hand SHOCs an unlikely one wicket victory over an impressive
Reynella side in the Round of 16, before the club’s remarkable
streak came to an end in the round of 8 when it fell to Unley at
Sacred Heart College Main Oval. It was a fantastic campaign
from the T20 team, exceeding all expectations after being
pooled in a group as difficult as Australia’s in the upcoming
Soccer World Cup.

The 2 day season has again proved a mixed bag for the club,
with some unbelievable victories being soured by some very
deflating losses. For the first time in recent memory, the A
Grade has not been reliant on captain Jed Wilson to carry the
load, with Rav Prakash (highest score 60), Sam Potts (highest
score 72) and Henry Spurling (highest score 39) the leading
run scorers, whilst Sam Gordon-Smith has enjoyed his most
consistent year for the club, scoring 40 and 39* and averaging a
team high 31.75 for the season.

The A Grade bowling attack has been led by Shane Dalziell and
Jed Wilson with 12 wickets a piece at an average of 13.83 and
14.92 respectively, with great support from youngsters Harry
Kitschke (10 wickets at 19) and Peter Spurling (6 wickets at
12.83).

The B Grade has benefited from the return of Cail Harris
(captain), Cam Carroll and Nick Forster to regular cricket this
season, and has managed to lure out various big name players
for cameos, including Garreth Hutton, Rob Gill and James Gill.
Garreth’s 6/33 on debut was one of the highlights of the season.

With the bat for the B Grade, Cam Carroll (highest score 74*,
average 43.33) led the way, with great support from Nick
Forster (highest score 56, average of 25) and Nathan Grasby,
who has enjoyed by far his best season to date, hitting an
impressive 40 and averaging 18.29 at the top of the order.

The B Grade bowling attack has been very balanced this year,
with numerous bowlers taking 5 wicket hauls. However, Cam
Carroll has led the way with two 5 wicket hauls and 13 wickets
for the season at 13.69, and has found great support in first
year captain Cail Harris who has taken 10 wickets at 19.40 and
Sam Cracknell who took his first 5 wicket haul for the club on
his way to 10 wickets at 19.50 in a very consistent campaign.

Whilst the A Grade now need results to qualify for the finals,
the B Grade are poised for their first finals campaign in recent

HEARTSPACE TAKES ITS FINAL BOW

When Chris Havey retired from teaching drama at Sacred Around 100 young people have been involved in Heartspace
Heart from 1986 - 2000, he rallied up some Old Scholars and since its inception in 2001. Of these, around three quarters
founded Heartspace Theatre Company in 2001. Chris was the were Sacred Heart Old Scholars. Many lifelong friendships
founder, director and most definitely the ‘heartbeat in Heartspace’ have been formed and cemented over the years and, to many,
throughout its colourful and successful life. The companies Heartspace will always be a second family.
first show was ‘Hold Me’ performed to adoring audiences in
the Crown and Septre. The following year the group went Special thanks must go to Chris Havey for his founding of
on to perform Shakepeare’s ‘King Lear’ at the Adelaide Fringe the company, sheer hard work, incredible insights into all
and has since performed in every fringe up until 2013. Smaller, things theatre, and giving all participants the opportunity
intimate and highly popular shows were also held on an to perform with such a wonderfully close, fun, loyal and
annual basis in the Parlour. talented group; Carolyn Gutters, for her administrative work
for a number of years; Benjamin Goodyear as senior member
Memorable to many was the show written and directed by and for his administrative work, providing Heartspace with
Chris himself ‘Creatures from the Black Saloon.’ It had a cast of bonus performances; Matthew Trainor for his performance
over 20 and can be summarised by the Advertiser’s review as of large and significant lead roles over the years; Brian Sexton
“Deliciously Quirky”. Other highlights have included ‘Innocence for stagecraft tips; and to Jo Hocking (formely Hackenorf),
Lost’ loosely based around Grimms fairy tales and starring whom was senior member and big sister of Heartspace since its
Damien Sunners, who recently performed in a lead role for inception and there until the end.
the Melbourne Theatre Company. Plays of a dramatic nature
have included Lonescos ‘Killing Game’, Shakepeare’s ‘Macbeth’ Heartspace would also not have been possible without the help
and Dostoesvsky’s ‘Crime and Punishment’. Comedies were also of the College and wishes to thank Peter Macabe and Jane
a popular genre of Heartspace including ‘It was the Mushrooms’, Ping for their ongoing support throughout the years.
‘Frankie Mullet’ and ‘Brief Encounters’.
A reunion of everyone who has ever been involved in
In 2011 Chris Havey retired as Director. Guest director, Greg Heartspace is currently being organised for this year. Heartspace
Hay, went on to direct Heartspace the following year in Louis is interested in getting in touch with all members who have
Nowra’s ‘Cosi’ with Chris as Assistant Director. This saw been involved in any capacity across its inspiring lifespan. If
Heartspace’s biggest audiences, with over 900 people attending you have previously been involved in Heartspace, or know
across five nights. In 2013 the company would perform its final someone who has, then please call Mark Smytherman on
show, this time David Williamson’s ‘Influence’, another huge 0411 739 852.
success directed on this occasion by Libby Parker.

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COMMUNITY NEWS

CAMBODIA BIKE RIDE

It’s been ten years since Brigitte Nelson (OS 82-85),
Marymount teacher and Year 11 student Harry Nelson’s mum,
passed away, so I am organising a bike ride in Cambodia. It
takes place during the Term 3 school holidays. Our trip last
year raised over $109,000 and it would be great if we could
raise another significant amount for Daw House Hospice who
do a wonderful job at helping terminally ill patients and their
families.
For further information please contact Mark Nelson on
[email protected] or go to the the website:
http://connectadventurescharitychallenges.com.au/trips/
cambodia-bike-adventure/

REUNIONS

CLASS OF 2003 10 YEAR REUNION

The class of 2013 held their 10 year reunion on 29 October 2013
at the Holdfast Hotel Glenelg. Approximately 100 old scholars
attended and all thoroughly enjoyed the opportunity to catch up
with people that many had not seen since school. The reunion
was organised by Jessica Whiting and Daniel Head.

Pictured are the “last ones standing” - from left to right: Greg Horan,
Sean James, twins Kit Burns and Lauren Stanley (nee Steven), Daniel
Head and Tyron Wheeler

CLASS OF 1993 20 YEAR REUNION

Old Scholar Claire Hyland organised a 20 year reunion on
5 October. The reunion was held at The Theatre Bar, Hotel
Metropolitan in the city. It was a great turn out with unique
name tags created by School Captain, Claire! It was a great
turn out and a fabulous night was enjoyed by everyone who
attended.

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CLASS OF 1988 25 YEAR REUNION

On 26 October 2013, a group of about 75 people attended
the Class of “88” 25 year school reunion. It was held at
the Watermark hotel (some had not been there since it was
“Lennies” back in the day)!
It was a great night with the finger food laid on, much
reminiscing and a slide show put together by Kathy Jellie of
photos from school days, previous reunions and anything in
between.

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Many people travelled long distances to get there, including
several boarders from all over the country, along with a few
scrags who have spread their wings interstate! Highlights of
the night were people catching up with others they had not
seen since they left school.
Thanks must go to Rachel Elliott (nee Field), Rachel Thewiss (nee
Texera), Kathy Jellie and Todd Miles for helping to organise the
reunion.
If anybody did not hear about this reunion and wants to forward
their details onto me so that I have them for future reunions,
please email me (Neil O’Dea) at [email protected] or
contact me on 0406 945 540.

CLASS OF 1979

Julieanne Meredith (nee Ames) organised a Class of 1979
reunion at the Goodwood Hotel on 2 November last year. Peter
Rogers helped out on the night and a great time was had by all.

SACRED HEART OLD
COLLEGIANS

BUSINESS LUNCH

4 JULY 2014
1.00pm

ROBIN HOOD HOTEL

Keynote speaker

John Fitzgerald (OS 76-77)
(with a Wimbledon focus)
To book a seat, please register with

Daniel Gallaher at
[email protected]

Cost yet to be determined

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OBITUARIES Automation, in 2010. It was a very successful business to
which he devoted a lot of time to but never forgot his friends
Carmelite Very Reverend Peter Byrth (OS 47-51) and family. When the cancer returned, he refused to accept
peacefully passed at the age of 80 on 19 December 2013 at the standard practices in Australia and he
the Mary Manning Walsh Nursing Home in New York. After researched and went to China, where he
completing his education at Sacred Heart College, Peter entered met a Dr Gong who became known as his
the Carmelite Order in Australia. He professed first vows on 10 “brother”. Kingsley’s life ended way too
March 1953, taking the religious name of Fabian. On 10 March soon and he will be missed by everyone
1956, Peter made his solemn profession with the Carmelite who knew and loved him, especially his
Province of Australia and began studies at the University of parents James and Maria and brother
Melbourne, earning a Bachelor’s degree in Education. He was Adrian. His memory will live on in their
ordained a Carmelite priest on 21 January 1959. He also hearts and minds forever.
earned a master’s in divinity degree in pastoral theology from
Immaculate Conception Seminary in Darlington, New Jersey. Image courtesy of Adam Pfeiffer: West Augusta Cricket
Club A Grade (honouring Tim with a minutes silence)
Father Peter began his ministry serving as curate at Saint Joseph
Parish in Port Melbourne, Victoria and went on to teach at Timothy Kenneth Whitelum (OS 73-77) lost his long
Whitefriars College, Donvale and Saint Simon Stock College battle with cancer and sadly passed away on 17 January 2014.
in Pendle Hill, Sydney before being elected in 1967 as Prior Timothy was a great family man and also a passionate and
Provincial of the Province of Australia, serving 2 consecutive dedicated Westie coach for many juniors at the West Augusta
three-year terms. In 1974, he became pastor at Our Lady of Cricket Club. Our thoughts are with his wife Lina and children
Mount Carmel Parish in Adelaide and in 1976 he served as Stephanie (OS 02-04), Patrick (OS 03-05), Jessica (OS 07-08) and
Headmaster at Whitefriars College in Donvale, Victoria. Alice (08-10).

From 1978-1982 Father Peter took a sabbatical working on his Peter Dean (OS 02-04) passed away on 24 October 2013.
Master’s in Divinity degree at Immaculate Conception Seminary Peter was the beloved son of Bernie Dean and Jane Goode,
in Darlington, New Jersey. He then returned to Australia for the loved brother to Mark (OS 99-01) and Simon (OS 05-07). Peter’s
Australian Chapter in 1982. In 1984 he suffered a heart attack parents were supporters of the Foundation and Bernie was also
and returned to the United States to join the Province of the a staff member at SHCS for many years.
Most Pure Heart of Mary where he served at Saint Anastasia
Parish in Teaneck, New Jersey. Maria Russo (OS 87-88) sadly passed away on 10 February.
Maria will be missed by Mark and family.
In 1993 Father Peter was elected Eastern Commissary Provincial.
During that time he also served at Saint Joseph Parish in ENGAGEMENTS
Bogota, New Jersey. In 1996 he became the Director of the
Lay Carmelite Office in Darien, Illinois and in 1999 he became Congratulations to Robert Gill
associate pastor at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish in Tenafly, (OS 00-02) and Nicola Seals who
New Jersey. Father Peter retired in 2008, living at Mary Manning became engaged at Brighton Beach
Walsh Nursing Home, New York where he remained until his on 18 January 2014. Robert also
death. works at SHCS. We wish Robert
and Nicola all the best on their
May he rest in peace. impending wedding.

Kingsley Vyner Snow (OS Congratulations to old scholar and boarding supervisor
99-01) sadly passed away on Stewart Macdonald (OS 03-04) and Adriana De
22 June last year at the tender Cicco who recently became engaged.
age of 29. Kingsley lived life
to the full and left a lasting Congratulations also go to boarding supervisor Daniel
impression on all who knew Royals and Angelique Schar who also became engaged.
him. Kingsley attended Sacred We wish them both all the best.
Heart from 1999 to 2001 and
is very fondly remembered by
the Sacred Heart community,
in particular, Elizabeth Waters,
who was his home room
teacher. Kingsley grew up on
a farm and loved to muck
around with his brother Adrian
(OS 01-03). He also had a
passion for cars and learnt to drive at an early age on the farm.
Kingsley suffered cancer shortly after graduating from SHCS but
he never let it hold him back. He completed an apprenticeship
with SAGE Automation, then quickly went on to work in
many other roles before opening his own business, Komplete

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WEDDINGS

Jamie Annese (OS 04-05) married the beautiful Bianca (nee Pacecca)
on 14 December 2013. The wedding party consisted of Jamie and
Bianca’s siblings, some of whom are also Old Scholars.

Matthew O’Connor L to R: Anthony Pacecca, Patrick Pacecca, Joshua
(OS 04-06) married Amy Annese, Aaron Annese (OS 05-07) Jamie Annese (OS
Sanguesa in the Sacred Heart 04- 05), Bianca Annese (nee Pacecca), Nicole Kroemer,
Chapel on 28 December. Carly Ostler, Leanora Lopresti (OS 03- 05) and
The bridal party consisted Kahrynn Annese (OS 11- 13)
of the groom’s brother
Scott O’Connor (OS 06- 35
08), Andrew Coates and
Lloyd Patch (who travelled
from England), Maid of
Honour Jessie Myatt, Jessica
Sanguesa and Margot
Sanguesa (who travelled
from Spain).

Catherine McMahon
(OS 99-01) married
Tom Ames on 24
January at St Mary’s
Catholic Church in
North Adelaide. Also in
the wedding party were
Old Scholars Belinda
Grant (nee McMahon)
(OS 96-98), Alice
Hateley (nee Ware)
(OS 99-01) and Maria
Fenech (OS 99-01).

Alice Jane Dunlop (nee Gill) (OS 02-04) married Shad Dunlop on 16 November at Anderson Hill Winery
Lenswood. The wedding was officiated by Father Tom Gleeson. The wedding party was attended by bridesmaids
Chloe McGrath (OS 02-04), Sarah Vincent (OS 02-04), Elise Barrett (OS 02-04) and Nichola Gould and groomsmen
Matt Aitchison (OS 99-01), Robert Gill (OS 00-02), James Gill (OS 05-07) and Scott Thomas.

Paul Beck (OS 85-87) married BIRTHS
Thuy Ninh in Ho Chi Minh City
last year. The wedding was Dan Ryan (OS 97-99) &
attended by the couple’s family, Music Director at SHCS
including Paul’s brother Andrew and wife Kiara Ryan
Beck (OS 85 – 86) and numerous (nee Ashman) (OS 01-
friends, including Robert Lee (OS 03) welcomed Mitchell
85-87), John Dalzell (OS 85–87), Harvey into the world
Frank Woods (OS 85–87) and Frank on 30 November 2014.
McIntyre (OS 85–87). Mitchell joins big brother,
Caleb Ryan, who was born
Renee Hill (OS 03-05) married 28 May 2012.
Christopher Thorpe in the Sacred
Heart College Chapel on 11 We congratulate Paul Beck (OS 85-87) and
January. his wife Thuy on the birth of their beautiful
daughter, Jessie An Beck, who was born on
Letters to the editor and other 24 December 2013. ‘An’ means Peacefulness
newsworthy articles and photographs in Vietnamese.

can be emailed to
[email protected]
or you can contact Jane Ping

at the Foundation Office
on 8350 2590.

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Telephone: 8294 2988
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