Posts by St Patrick's College
Rev Fr James Laurence Nihill (SPC 1953-58)
We were notified recently of the passing of Rev Fr James Laurence Nihill (SPC 1953-58). Fr Jim passed away several years ago, on 3 March 2015. He is survived by several cousins and relatives still living in and around the Runnymede/Elmore district. Jim attended SPC in the 1950s and was a boarder from Elmore, following…
Read MoreWhere are they now – Tom McMaster (SPC 2009-14)
The College recently reconnected with Old Collegian Tom McMaster (SPC 2009-14) who has moved up to the Sunshine Coast after his first two years as a doctor in Ballarat to continue to hone a surgical career. Tom shares some of his fondest memories of his time at school, including Year 9 camps and an impromptu…
Read MoreWhere are they now – Joseph Connellan (SPC 1972-75)
The College recently reconnected with Old Collegian and former boarder Joseph Connellan (SPC 1972-75) who is inspired by helping others and the mantra that “one person can make a difference”. Where has life taken you since leaving SPC? After a false start working in banking and investment, I began a career in working for…
Read MoreWhere are they now – Aaron Noonan (SPC 1994-99)
The College recently reconnected with Old Collegian Aaron Noonan (SPC 1994-99) who has forged a very successful career in motorsport media and travelled the globe covering some of the most popular sporting events around the world. Where has life taken you since leaving SPC? I’ve been based in Melbourne since I finished at…
Read MoreDesmond Joseph (Joe) Delaney AO (SPC 1943-44)
We are saddened to learn of the passing of College SPC Legend Desmond Joseph (Joe) Delaney AO (SPC 1943-44) on 3 February 2024, aged 97 years. Better known as Joe, a Funeral was held at Our Lady of Good Counsel Catholic Church in Deepdene on 12 February. Joe was honoured for his work as a…
Read MoreStudents flourish in PAC
SPC students and staff have relished the move into our exceptional new Performing Arts Centre.
Read MoreKeeping our community up-to-date
It was a big first week for students and staff at SPC. You can read all about it in our first edition of the Crest newsletter for 2024.
Read MoreGap year with a difference
Former College Dux Toby Clack is ready to hit the books again after a whirlwind gap year in which he was crowned the Under 18 eight-ball World Champion.
Read MoreAward recognises Noah’s selfless contributions to community
Before he was named 2024 College Captain, Noah Quick was earning accolades for his volunteering efforts.
Read MoreCobain a natural leader in new environment
Leadership comes naturally to Year 12 student Cobain Tipiloura and earned him a much-deserved Ricci Marks Rising Star Award.
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