Welcome back! I hope that each of you had a wonderful break and enjoyed special time with friends and family. Time away from our everyday tasks can be remarkably therapeutic.
The start of a new year provides an ideal time to reflect on where we have been and where we are heading. The newly elected ONU Executive and Council look forward with excitement to the year ahead.
The Newington Golf Day this year will take place on 1 March at Bonnie Doon Golf Club. I encourage you to register for what will be a great day. The golf day helps raise funds for the ONU Mental Health Fund so please come along.
In addition we are holding the first of our business breakfasts on 6 March at King & Wood Mallesons, Sydney. These breakfasts are an excellent opportunity to hear interesting guest speakers, catch up with mates and expand your own networks.
The ONU Annual Dinner will take place this year on Friday 3 August. Last year’s dinner was a great success and we plan to make sure this year’s dinner is even bigger and better.
I also encourage you to participate in the ONU Careers Night, which is held at the College and will be on 5 June.
If you require further information or wish to express your interest in attending or supporting any of the abovementioned events, please contact the ONU Alumni Officer, Jennifer Chapman on 02 9568 9544 or alumni@newington.nsw.edu.au
I look forward to seeing you at one of our events for 2018. With my best wishes for a healthy and productive New Year.
Alex Baykitch AM (ON 1982)
ONU President
ONU Business Breakfast – 6 March 2018
The Evolving Career Path and the Impact of AI
The Old Newingtonians’ Union invites you to the inaugural ONU Business Breakfast. The Guest Speaker for this event is The Hon. Robert Webster JP (ON 1969).
This event is a not to be missed oportunity for all Old Boys whether you are starting your career or transitioning to a new career. Robert will discuss how in the 21st Century there is no one job for life and the impact of AI on our ever changing workforce.
WHEN: Tuesday 6 March 2018
TIME: 7:15AM – 8:30AM
WHERE: King & Wood Mallesons
Level 61, Governor Phillip Tower, 1 Farrer Place, Sydney
COST: $20.00 (Covers breakfast and supports the ONU Mental Health Fund)
The Hon. Robert Webster JP (ON 1969) is currently Head of Board Services – Korn Ferry.
Before joining Korn Ferry in 2001 Robert spent five years as Executive Director of the International Banks and Securities Association of Australia. Prior to his financial sector experience, Robert spent over a decade in New South Wales politics where he served as a Minister in the Greiner Government.
Robert is currently an ONU nominated member of the Newington College Council, and he and his wife, Caro are members of the Newington College Founders Society – the College’s Bequest program supporting the Endowment Fund.
If you require further information, please contact Jennifer Chapman – 02 9568 9544 or at alumni@newington.nsw.edu.au
Please note our next Business breakfast will be held on Monday 7 May 2018 at Newington and will feature our three 2017 Newington Medallists, two of whom are flying in from overseas to join us.
2018 Newington College Golf Day
All members of the Newington Community are invited to attend
THE NEWINGTON GOLF DAY
Bonnie Doon Golf Club | Thursday 1st March 2018
SCHEDULE
11.30 AM: Registration and Light Refreshments
12.00 PM: Golf Clinic
12.30 PM: Putting Competition on Putting Green
12.45 PM: Golf Announcements/Move to Tees
1.00 PM: Shotgun Start
6.00 PM: Drinks in Clubhouse
6.30 PM: Buffet Dinner, Presentation and Auction (Cash bar will operate)
9.00 PM: Approx. Close
EVENT
• All parents and Old Boys are invited and we welcome both male and female golfers of all abilities.
• Win a car, generously supplied by Chatswood Toyota – Ian Mayer (ON 1981) in the hole in one competition. There will also be prizes for the longest drive and nearest the pin.
• Individual Stableford.
• Alumni Year Challenge Trophy – best 4 Stableford scores from an alumni year (no matter which group they play in.)
• Arthur H.S. Rofe Trophy – best 2 Ball Stableford team of Old Boys.
• Newington Challenge – best 2 Ball Stableford team of Parents or Friends.
• Submit a team of four or individual players will be placed in a four ball group.
CHARITY
Funds raised from this year’s Newington Golf Day go to the ONU Mental Health Fund – set up to provide financial support for the treatment of depression for members of the ONU family and the ONU Tongan Bursary Fund.
COST
$150 per person (includes)
• Green Fees
• Light lunch at registration
• Post round drinks
• Buffet dinner (cash bar will operate)
• Great prizes
SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES
Hole Sponsor – $1,980
• 4 Players in event
• Hole signage
• Opportunity to promote on the day
• Complimentary 2018 Newington Car Pass
for Sponsor
• Call for a list of event options to increase
the fun on your hole
CARTS
Please Note: There are a limited number of carts available and they will be allocated on a first in first served basis. Please call Jennifer Chapman, Alumni Officer on 02 9568 9544 directly if you wish to book one for the event.
I recently enjoyed the privilege and pleasure of writing the letter of welcome to all the new “boys” turning 70 in 2018.
The induction of these Old Boys into the 70 Club swelled the total number of school leavers eligible to join our club to roughly 2000 but alas, and understandably, infirmity, prior commitments and distance severely limit the ability of some members to take full advantage of what the 70 Club at Newington has to offer.
From small beginnings at the instigation of Ron Leckie (ON 1939), the club can now boast to be an organisation growing in stature while still remaining true to its roots. Roots that simply aim to engage those Old Newingtonians as they reach the age of 70 and keep them in touch with their peers and friends. Roots that facilitate the opportunity for Newington Old Boys over the age of 70 to either gather together over lunch, or simply contact one another, for a chance to reminisce about past years and catch up on current news. Informal, relaxed and social.
Fortunately we also enjoy the full support of the Headmaster and College in those endeavours and this, our twentieth year, will culminate in our 20th Birthday Lunch on Tuesday May 8. An informal, inexpensive and very enjoyable day.
It is also 60 years since Newington’s Cadet Band was formed by Jack Butler in conjunction with Phil Davis in 1958 and we understand that the Headmaster has something special in mind for us in what will be his farewell lunch with his many friends at the 70 Club.
I am excited about our lunch on May 8 and not only look forward to greeting familiar faces but many more new and lapsed 70 Club members on the day. Please note the date in your diary and phone a mate or two now to organise your table.
Gilbert Morgan (ON 1958)
Chairman – The 70 Club
Reunions
Hong Kong Reunion
On the 24th of November 20179 Newington College Old boys gathered at the Shanghai Fraternity Association for lunch. A special thank you to Dr Ronald Lu (ON 1962) for organising the lunch and to George James (ON 1957) for the motivation and initiative to have the lunch. A great time was had by all sharing their College experiences and expressing fond memories and deep gratitude for the opportunity of their education at Newington.
Class of 1958 (including Classes of 1957 & 1959) – 60 Year Reunion
This reunion will be held at the College on Saturday 24 February 2018. The group will gather for an optional Tour at 11:30am, then onto pre lunch drinks at Midday in the Phillip Davis OAM Year 12 Study Centre. If you wish to attend, please register here. If you have any questions please contact Jennifer Chapman on 02 9568 9544 or via alumni@newington.nsw.edu.au
2018 Reunions
Below is an overview of the upcoming reunions from Terms I to III. Those in orange are proposed dates for the year groups, if your year group does not wish to have your reunion at the College on the propose dates, please contact the Alumni Office soonest.
Overseas Reunions
2018 is a very exciting year for overseas reunions. We encourage all Old Boys to attend where possible, even if you are passing through the location, we would love to see you there. If you know of any Old Boys that have recently moved to Asia, UK and USA please have them contact the Alumni Office here to attend.
Inspiring Future Generations
CHRIS WILD (ON 1991) INDIGENOUS BURSARY DONOR MATCHING PROGRAM
We are excited to announce that your donation to the Chris Wild Indigenous Bursary will be matched $2 for every $1 donated between now and 30 June 2018. If a donation to our Indigenous Bursary program is something you have been thinking about, then now is the time to make that happen.
Our 2018 goal is to raise $1.2 million by 30 June. Why $1.2 million?
With the ongoing support of a number of generous Old Boys, Parents and the College, we are able to offer 2 for 1 matching for up to $400,000 of fundraising. If we raise $400,000, matching funding of $800,000 will be gifted, giving us $1.2 million.
Supporting the Newington Indigenous program will benefit
the whole community with our young men ready
to inspire future generations by their
knowledge and leadership.
$1.2 million also sees us all but halfway to our goal of $5 million and with the goodwill and support of current and new Ambassadors, this will mean we can award a Wild Bursary every year from 2020. Imagine the difference your donation can make to the future of our country.
Every donation small or large makes a difference. We look forward to your support.
At the 2017 ONU Annual General Meeting it was with great pleasure that the ONU President, Alex Baykitch AM (ON 1982) granted Mr Clive Woosnam OAM and Mrs Helen Woosnam OAM Honorary Life Membership of the ONU.
It was an honour to have them both in attendance to receive their membership. Mr Woosnam OAM was a staff member of Newington for 35 years. Joining the staff as a Geography teacher in 1970, he had filled many roles at Newington, including as Head of the Boarding House (a role that he shared with Helen), Housemaster, Master of the Lower School, Registrar, Alumni Manager, Master in Charge of Rugby, plus coach and referee, Athletics and Cricket coach, editor of the New Focus magazine, as well as having charge of the archives, leading rugby tours and — described at his farewell dinner as ‘The Welsh Wizard of Words’ — compering numerous College events. He was subsequently awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) in 2009, for his services both to education and to the broader community through his roles in culture and musical societies, notably the Sydney Welsh Choir. In receiving this honour, he joined his wife Helen, who had been awarded the OAM in 2000 for her work with children with disabilities and with Children’s Week. In recognition of their long association with Newington’s alumni community, Clive and Helen are now Honorary Life Members of the Old Newingtonians’ Union.
Rod Bosman (ON 1978) Director of Community and Development is in regular contact with Clive and Helen. Sadly, Clive is in late stage pancreatic cancer and it could take his life at any time. But to see him or speak with him, you would never know. This letter perfectly sums up his positive spirit and outlook on life. It is with Clive’s permission that we share with you a recent letter from him
TERMINAL CANCER LEAVES PLENTY TO LAUGH AT
When the invitation to the palliative care Christmas party arrived, it didn’t take me too long to accept. After all, I reasoned, this should really be a memorable occasion: the last such event we would probably ever experience. I arrived at the rooms in the hospital with my wife Helen to find about 30 people there, and a band with three electric guitars, a keyboard and drums. I looked around at the gathering and was suitably impressed.
“They don’t look too bad for palliative patients”, I remarked to Helen, “except that poor fellow over there – his days are certainly numbered. And that woman in doorway is living on borrowed time”.
I decided that there were three or four more in the same position but the group as a whole seemed surprisingly healthy. Surprising, that is, until the MC thanked every one for coming, especially the volunteers, nurses and admin staff, who all raised their hands as directed when being thanked. I suddenly realised that I was the only patient there. And the poor sick souls seemingly at death’s door were people employed to help me.
I always imagined that if I were given a few months to live I would be totally depressed and incapable of appreciating other people’s humour, let alone be able to think up humour of my own. Yet, when the moment came in late December 2016 that the oncologist told me I had two months to live untreated, a median figure of six months to live with treatment and a one in twenty chance of lasting two years, I accepted his words with no sense of surprise and have felt not a whiff of depression since that day.
Perhaps it’s because I didn’t believe him, as I don’t feel ill in any real way and certainly don’t feel that death is just around the corner. Perhaps it’s because, if I’m wrong, and death suddenly stares me in the face, I think I can handle the situation and accept my fate without too much complaint. Perhaps it’s because I really have found comfort or humour in my situation.
Until December 2016 I did my daily crossword to stave off Alzheimer’s and keep my brain fit. Now, theoretically, I don’t have to worry about my brain in ten or twenty years’ time – I can do my daily crossword simply because I enjoy it. Moreover, all sorts of physical ailments can now be ignored. I won’t bother with my imminent colonoscopy, and I won’t need to wait for the Tinnitus hotline to answer – it can just keep ringing.
Chemotherapy does pose some side effects but even they can have a positive side. My taste buds have been deadened by the treatment. It means my porridge needs more sweetener and some salt to provide any flavour, but my rough red quaffing wine now tastes as smooth as Grange Hermitage! And the 26 kg of my former weight removed by my voracious tumour means that I can walk further and faster than I have for years, much to the delight of my Dalmatian Ozzie, who comes on my 7km morning walk to feed the fish in Pittwater. What’s more, I can eat as much as I like, or my diabetes will allow.
One delicate problem I haven’t solved is that of stomach gas. With my pancreas totally non-functional and a radioactive isotope implanted in it I have become a significant contributor to global warming. It is also potentially very embarrassing socially, and my well-behaved dog gets a lot of peculiar looks from friends who haven’t worked out the correct source of the aromas coming their way.
Chemotherapy hasn’t been in any way unpleasant, but I must admit that radiotherapy has been quicker and more enjoyable. Though there is no heat on the skin, the whole process is reminiscent of lying on the beach, looking up at the white fluffy clouds in the blue sky moving across the ceiling. I have suggested that the hospital play a CD of breaking waves and the cries of seagulls to complete the illusion. Were the treatment not in midwinter I would have arrived at the hospital clad in swimming togs and clutching my towel.
At least I now know where to find the radiotherapy unit at RNSH though it is not mentioned outside or inside the lifts. I’ve discovered that all I have to do is follow the signs to the Mortuary in the basement, and there it is!
Clive Woosnam
Clive Woosnam OAM & Helen Woosnam OAM
Alex Baykitch AM (ON 1982) & Helen Woosnam OAM
Clive & his dog Ozzie on Australia Day 2018
Valete
The Newington Community farewelled the following Old Boys since our last Valete in October 2017:
Gordon Clarke (ON 1946) Des Reynolds (ON 1952)
Laurie Gluskie (ON 1951) Stuart Slatyer (ON 1956)
Rodney Grace (ON 1978) Sidney Smith (ON 1946)
William Johnson (ON 1987)
Remembering Old Boys
Stuart Slatyer (ON 1956)
Stuart started at the Wyvern House Preparatory School in 1948. There he served as a Monitor and played in the senior cricket and rugby teams. In the senior school he served as a Sub Prefect in 1955 and a Prefect in 1956. A keen cadet, he held the rank of Cadet Under Officer and commanded a platoon in 1956. He was an all-round sportsman. He played cricket in the 1st XI three years in a row, leading the team and being awarded Colours in his final year at school. He played rugby in the 1st XV in his last two years at school and was a member of the 2nd Rifle Shooting Team. In athletics, he was a member of the Senior Athletics team, served as its Vice-Captain and was runner up for Open Athletics Champion in his final year at school. He also played tennis and served as Co-Captain of the Day Boy team. He was awarded the Harry Kershaw Cup for best all-round sportsman in 1956. He also served as a student elected representative on the Cricket, Football, Tennis and Athletics Sub-committees of the College’s Athletic Committee (with his father serving as an Old Newingtonians’ Union (ONU) representative on the Committee). For his services to cricket at the school, he was awarded the ONU Service Prize for Cricket.
Stuart was a founding influence in the establishment of the ONU Younger Set and remained at its head for many years organising social functions with great flair. In 1952, he met Wendye Hart, a Ravenswood girl, that started a life long love affair with when they were married in 1962. He gave her an Afghan Hound that Christmas and this was the beginning of their life long success with breeding purebred dogs, for which they became world renowned. In 1969 their son Lachlan (ON 1986) was born and became the third generation of “the Slatyer boys” to attend the college, starting at Wyvern Lindfield in 1977.
After leaving Newington Stuart joined Washington H Soul Pattinson & Co Ltd (owned by the Newington Milner family) as an apprentice Pharmacist after graduating from Sydney University. He became Special Projects Manager in 1960 and in 1968 was appointed General Manager (Pharmacy) and Director of the Parent Company and all Subsidiaries; the youngest Director ever. Stuart continued in these positions during the dynamic growth of the Company until 1979.
In 1979 he was appointed NSW Manager of Shopping Centres for Westfield Shopping Centres as the General Manger. Amongst his responsibilities was twice every year was organising the national theme promotions which gave Westfield its high-profile community position that attracted customers to the Centres. The company sent him to America in 1980 to attend specialised training in Centre Management and Financing.
Stuart in 1981 was appointed by the Federal Court as Joint Scheme Manager to Chem-Buy Pharmaceuticals Pty Ltd, a cooperative wholesaler to member Retail Pharmacists. He continued as the Consultant Manager of FH Faulding & Co Ltd Wholesale NSW and finally developed in National Marketing Office.
In 1989, with his wife Wendye, he moved to a property on the Hawkesbury River and retired in order to establish a highly successful turf farm concentrating on developing specialty grasses. After three floods in two years, they ceased growing turf, and began their next highly successful venture, publishing Ring LEADER – National Dog in January 1998.
Stuart passed away peacefully on Friday 12 January with his wife Wendye by his side after a long battle with dementia. He leaves behind his wife, son and five grandsons.
Colin Still (ON 1960)
Colin’s passing was noted in the October 2017 edition of the ONU E News. The Sydney Morning Herald Obituary for Colin Still was published shortly thereafter and can be found here.
2017 Newington Medal
On Monday 4 December 2017 at the Newington College Prize Giving Day the following were awarded the 2017 Newington Medal:
His Hon. Magistrate GREG GROGIN (ON 1976)
A student at Newington from 1967 to 1976, Greg commenced at Wyvern in Year 3. In 1975 he was awarded the ONU Service Prize for Rugby and in 1976 was Le Couteur House Captain, won the Jack Thorncraft Trophy, was Cadet Lt./CUO and a Prefect.
It was noted on his final report that he was “cheerful, co operative, a full participant in all the school’s activities, a Prefect who set a fine example, always resourceful and reliable”. With these attributes, Greg pursued a career in the New South Wales Police Force but it was whilst working as a Police Prosecutor that he discovered his true vocation, the law.
Through the SAB, Greg was admitted as a Solicitor and later to the Bar. In 2010 was appointed a Local Court Magistrate, a position he has served with distinction for seven years following his recent appointment as an Acting District Court Judge.
Newington has been the recipient of Greg’s community driven spirit for fifty years. Commencing as a Student Leader, Greg’s contribution to the College has varied from being a Rugby Referee to ONU President to serving sixteen years on the College Council until his retirement earlier this year.
On Council, Greg served as Honorary Secretary and most recently as Deputy Chairman. He served under four Council Chairman and worked with three Headmasters, helping to steer the College through some of its most challenging times in living memory.
Current College Chairman, Mr Tony McDonald (ON 1976) states “Greg’s contribution to the Newington Community has been outstanding and selfless… putting others first when governing the College, focussing on outcomes rather than personal kudos. He has set the bar for future Council members with his unstinting and unselfish devotion to what is in the best interests of the boys and the Newington Community as a whole.”
Acknowledging Greg’s outstanding contribution, he is first and foremost a family man. He and Wendy have raised two outstanding Old Boys; Nicholas (ON 2009) and James (ON 2012).
It is due to Greg’s 50 years of tireless work, commitment and enduring love of Newington that it is an honour to name Greg Grogin the Newington Medallist (Australia) for 2017
BRIAN SOMMERLAD (ON 1958)
Brain Sommerlad was a student at Newington College from 1954 to 1958, being awarded the Stretton Waterhouse Memorial Prize in 1956 and the Wigram Allen Scholarship in 1957.
Upon leaving Newington, Brian attained his Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery in 1966 from the University of Sydney, followed by being both a Junior and Senior Resident Medical Officer at Sydney Hospital (1966-1968) and Royal Alexandra Hospital for Children, Sydney (1967-1968). In 1969, Brian commenced his extraordinary career at the Great Ormond St Hospital for Sick Children, London as a Senior House Officer (Plastic & Orthopaedic) and it continues today as a Consultant Plastic Surgeon.
In 1970 Brian was made a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons, England. He is also a Fellow of the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health and in 1998 became a Fellow of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (Hon). In 2000 he became, a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh (Hon). He is also a Full Member of eleven international Medical Associations.
In 1971, Brian was a Surgeon in the Australian Surgical Team, Bien Hoa Hospital, South Vietnam, being awarded the Vietnam Logistic and Support Medal and the Australian Active Service Medal.
For the last four decades Brian has held positions as a Plastic Surgeon throughout hospitals in England, specialising in surgery for children and adults with cleft of lip and palate and associated conditions. He has been particularly involved in the development of the operating microscope for cleft palate repair and teaching fellow surgeons in Indonesia, India, Sri Lanka, Uganda, Bangladesh and China. It was these experiences that led to his philanthropic work throughout the Third World.
This lifelong and extraordinary contribution to medicine and the impact it has on so many people provides an inspirational example of achievement for past and present students of the College. It is an honour to name Brian Sommerlad as a Newington Medallist (International) for 2017.
IAN DIERY (ON 1967)
Ian Diery commenced at Newington College in 1958 and graduated in 1967. Whilst at the College he was a member of the 2nd XV in 1966 and in 1967, the year the 2nd XV won the GPS Premiership. Ian was a Cadet Lt./CUO, in 1966 awarded Letters – Rugby, and in 1967 was a Sub-Prefect.
Ian was awarded a Commonwealth Scholarship and went on to study Civil Engineering at the University of New South Wales. In 1976 the desire to travel led Ian to the United Kingdom. After a year of travel and working in different roles in the United Kingdom, Ian commenced at Wang Laboratories U.K. in 1978 as a salesman – computers and word processing.
From 1978 to 1987 Ian worked his way within Wang Laboratories, to reach the position in 1987 of Wang Executive Vice President World Wide Sales and Marketing.
In 1989 Ian was appointed by Apple Computers in the position of Senior Vice President – Asia Pacific, Canada and South America, an incredibly large remit and a role that Ian distinguished in and that led him to become Apple’s Executive Vice President World Wide Sales and Marketing in 1991. 1992 was the pinnacle of his career at Apple, he was appointed the Executive Vice President World Wide Sales, Marketing, Manufacturing and Engineering. At the time it was the second highest position at Apple.
In 1997 Ian became President and Chief Executive Officer of Electronic Scrip, Inc. (ESI). ESI introduced the eScrip program in 1999 and has distributed over $250 million to schools and youth organisations across the United States. His philanthropy continues via the Australian Independent Schools USA Foundation. Ian has been a Board Member since 2007.
It is noted by Ian’s fellow classmates, that he is indebted to the experience gained at Newington, to be a leader of many and to attain professional relationships that span the globe. It is for his leadership both professionally and personally, that it is an honour to award Ian Diery the Newington Medal (International) for 2017.
On Monday 7 May all three Newington Medallists will be guest speakers at the ONU Business Breakfast. Later in the day they will then address our boys at the full school assembly where Brian Sommerlad will be presented with his Newington Medal.
His Hon. Greg Grogin (ON 1976)
Mr Brian Sommerlad (ON 1958)
Mr Ian Diery (ON 1967)
ONU Centennial Trust
The Trust recognises and financially rewards Old Newingtonians who have excelled in their chosen field and who contribute in a meaningful way to the community. The Trust awards funds in the order of $10,000 – $20,000 in any one year to up to four recipients so they may undertake study or research. To be eligible, applicants must have completed at least one year of Senior School at Newington College. There is no age restriction although preference is given to applicants under 40 years of age.
How do I apply?
Applicants must complete and submit an ONU Centennial Trust Application Form by 30 June 2018. For more information or to apply online visit the site here.
Achieving Alumni
Class of 2017
Congratulations to the following for achieving the perfect IB score of 45 (99.95 ATAR) :
Mitchell Long (ON 2017)
Matthew Putt (ON 2017)
Jarrah Lindhout (ON 2017)
The College has produced its 2017 Results Magazine, please click here.
2017 Movember
Congratulations to the 2017 Newington Old Boys Team JT Senior Mo Bros. The Old Boys set a goal to raise $15,000 and not only achieved but exceeded their goal and raised $20,000.
Bob Jordan (ON 1956)
Please click here to read a profile of Bob Jordan (ON 1956) in the Grafton Daily Examiner on his work as an Ovarian Cancer Australia Community Ambassador.
Alexander Lewis (ON 2000)
A review of Opera Australia’s production of The Merry Widow at the Sydney Opera House starring our very own Alexander Lewis (ON 2000) can be read here.
Makuach Maluach (ON 2016)
A great start to the season for Makuach Maluach (ON 2016) for the University of New Mexico, profiled in the Albuquerque Journal here.
Alex Bruce (ON 2016)
Congratulations to Alex Bruce (ON 2016) a Newington College dedicated Rugby Referee has been offered a place at Curtin University to study Medicine. We wish Alex all the best for his studies and thank him for his contribution to Rugby at the College.
Fin McDonald (ON 2011)
Fin McDonald (ON 2011) has been accepted in the ANU Rural Training Scheme for 2018. Fin will be working out of Young Hospital, NSW.
Jackson Ford (ON 2016)
Congratulations Jackson Ford (ON 2016) selected to compete for Australia (surf boat crew) early 2018 as an u23 pathway crew.
Jesse Coyle (ON 2012)
Congratulations to Jesse Coyle (ON 2012) who was the second ever winner of Cycling Australia’s L’Etape Australia in wet conditions in Jindabyne. Jesse took on over 3000 riders and claimed the trifecta of cycling jerseys. Awarded the yellow jersey as the Overall Winner, the white jersey for the fastest U25’s rider and polka dot jersey for King of the Mountain.
Jonathan Gilbert (ON 1995)
In November 2017 The Australia Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade announced Old Boy, Jonathan Gilbert (ON 1995) as Australia’s next Ambassador to Kuwait. Congratulations Jonathan.
Nick Kay (ON 2010)
Congratulations Nick Kay (ON 2010) on your selection to the Boomers squad in 2017. Click here to read more.
Philip Cram (ON 1974)
Newington’s Head of Grounds Fotis Doulougeris and his wife Nicola happened upon an Old Boy on their recent travels through country New South Wales. The highlight of their trip was to discover a B&B in Carcoar owned by Newington Old Boy, Philip Cram. Upon entering the B&B Fotis and Nicola noticed a Newington Boater on the hatstand. They asked Philip about the boater and the Newington connection. He shared with Fotis that he also has a piece of marble from the long ago demolished Sevington House fireplace.
If you are in the area, Philip’s B&B is Stoke House Carcoar, 12 Naylor Street, Carcoar NSW 2791 www.stokehousecarcoar.com
Sydney Churchward (ON 1941)
The College was honoured to host Sydney and his family late last year. Sydney has terminal cancer and was keen to see Newington one last time. Sydney is 92 years old and has enjoyed a long and wonderful life and isn’t it fantastic that he wanted to see the College one last time.
Hugh Churchward, Sydney Churchward (ON 1941), Rick Churchward
Focus on Careers – We Need Your Expertise
ONU Careers Night will be held at the College on Tuesday 5 June 2018. We are seeking Old Boys to attend a forum with senior students to discuss your current career and your career path. We would welcome all professions and trades. We have been told by the students they are very interested in Trades and would like to speak with as many tradespeople as possible.
For the first time this year, at the request of the boys themselves, we will also be holding a forum with a panel of young Old Boys to advise senior boys on transition from school to tertiary education.
If you have any questions, please contact Shane Serhon, Head of Careers, sserhon@newington.nsw.edu.au If you wish to register to participate, please contact the Alumni Office, here.
We have received a request from a current Year 12 student who is seeking an apprenticeship as an electrician upon completion of the HSC. If you or someone you know are able to assist, please contact the Alumni Office.
Sydney Philharmonia Choir
Men who love singing can join Sydney Philharmonia Choirs in 2018
Sydney Philharmonia Choirs are looking for men who love singing to join them for the 2018 season. They are recruiting for:
If you are between 18-30 years old you might be interested in joining VOX, our young adult choir who sing in their own concerts plus join the other auditioned choirs in various programs. http://www.sydneyphilharmonia.com.au/vox/
The complex and challenging repertoire performed by VOX, Chamber Singers and Symphony Chorus means you must be able to read music to become a member of the choirs.
Festival Chorus- our largest choir, performing as a mass choir in two programs per year. http://www.sydneyphilharmonia.com.au/festival-chorus/
Rehearsals are held on a Monday every week for Chamber Singers, Tuesday for Symphony Chorus and Wednesday for VOX, 80% participation throughout the year is expected for these ensembles.
Festival Chorus performs on Thursday evenings once their programs commence. Free vocal training is offered before rehearsals each week.
Interested members are invited to contact Eva at Sydney Philharmonia on 8274 6204 or by email on eva@sydneyphilharmonia.com.au.
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Stay In Touch
The stories and achievements of our Old Boys and Past Parents are a constant source of inspiration for our current students and to all our Newington community. Help us keep abreast of your achievements by sharing your stories with us and also make sure you keep your contact details up to date with Newington.
Here are ONU E News, we value your feedback and welcome your stories, suggested story ideas, or any comments. Please send your feedback to: alumni@newington.nsw.edu.au
Welcome Class of 2017 to the ONU and your first edition of the ONU E News.
Congratulations on your achievements in the HSC/IB and best wishes for the year ahead.
The ONU values you and would like you to stay in touch. We ask that you keep us up to date with your news and most importantly your contact details.
Please check with your fellow classmates if they received the ONU E News and if they did not please ask them to contact Jennifer Chapman – ONU Alumni Officer by clicking here.
We encourage you to stay connected to other Old Boys via the ONU Online Community which you can access here.
We look forward to seeing you at ONU Events throughout 2018.
GPS Reunion – Orange
The President of the Great Public Schools Old Boys’ Unions’ Council cordially invites you and your wife/partner to our
Inaugural Orange Lunch
Date: Saturday 5th May 2018
Venue: Derek Pigot Auditorium
Kinross Wolaroi School
59-67 Bathurst Road, Orange
Time: 11:45 am for 12 noon
Dress: Smart Casual and Old Boys’ Tie
This luncheon will give you the opportunity to catch up with friends within the local GPS community.
Cost: $75.00 per person (Includes lunch & beverages)
If you wish to attend please contact Paddy Flower (Treasurer) GPS OBU Council Inc. PO Box 77, COLLAROY NSW 2097 Email: gpsobu@itcnsw.com
