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Peter John Collins (SPC 1956-57, PY1960)
Our deepest sympathy to the Collins family on the passing of Peter John Collins (SPC 1956-57, PY1960) who passed away on 21 July at home, aged 78 years. Peter was the loved and loving husband of Bernadette and the late Mary; dearly loved dad of Jayne-Louise, Julian, Marita, Joanne, Michael (SPC 1990-92) and a grandfather…
Simon Scarff (SPC 1981-86, PY1987)
We extend our deepest condolences to the family of Old Collegian Simon Scarff (SPC 1981-86, PY1987) who died tragically in a house fire in Ballarat earlier this year. A Funeral Mass was held for Simon at St Patrick’s Cathedral on 4 March, 2022. Simon was a day student and attended SPC from Year 7 to…
John Brants (SPC 1961-67)
We pass on our deepest sympathy to the extended family of Old Collegian John Brants (SPC 1961-67), who passed away peacefully on July 1, 2022 at WB Messer, Queen Elizabeth Village in Ballarat with loved ones by his side. He was the loved son of Thekla and Voldemars Brants (both dec); dearly loved and loving…
John Francis Brady (SPC 1954-57)
We extend our deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Old Collegian John Francis Brady (SPC 1954-57) who passed away peacefully on 15 July 2022 at Mercy Place, Sandringham, aged 82 years. John was the son of John and Carmel and loving older brother of Bryan (SPC 1956-57, PY1959), Rosemary, Suzanne and Catherine. John…
Where are they now – Jobe Quick (SPC 2014-19)
The College recently reconnected with 2019 College Vice Captain Jobe Quick (SPC 2014-19) who is aspiring to study medicine and remembers Year 12 at SPC as among his most fulfilling periods of his life so far. Where has life taken you since leaving SPC? Since graduating from SPC in 2019, I have been granted the opportunity…
Hearty meals and conversations at OCA Winter Warmers Lunch
We welcomed back nearly 30 Old Collegians from far and wide for our OCA Winter Warmers Lunch earlier today at the Golden City Hotel in Ballarat. The lunch is aimed mainly at Old Collegians, who may now be retired and attended SPC between the 1940s through to the 1970s, however a warm invite is extended…
Old Boys in the News – June 2022
Our Old Collegians have been busy including: Old Collegian and former AFL footballer Brett Bewley (SPC 2008-13) was kept quiet with a masterstroke move in his Darley game against East Point, read more in this story, click here Great to see Old Collegian and Rebels forward Aaron Cadman (SPC 2016-20, PY2021) earning selection for Vic…
Where are they now – Steve Allen (SPC 1997-2002)
The College recently reconnected with Old Collegian Steve Allen (SPC 1997-2002) who we look forward to seeing on a regular basis as the project manager for the College’s exciting new state-of-the-art Performing Arts precinct, which is beginning to take shape in Wanliss Street. Steve shares his interesting pathway to where he is now and some…
Where are they now – Geoff Tan (SPC 1985-88)
The College recently reconnected with Geoff Tan (SPC 1985-88) whose work as an environmental health officer has made for a very busy time during recent disasters including the NSW bushfire and COVID-19 pandemic, however it has made for a very challenging, interesting, varied and rewarding career. Where has life taken you since leaving SPC?…
Fond farewell to long-serving staff member Glenis Kydd
After 21 years distinguished service to the St Pat’s community, tomorrow marks Glenis Kydd’s last day at the College. Glenis started her time at St Pat’s working in the library before moving into Student Services and then to her present-day role in reception. Every boy who has studied at St Pat’s over the last 21…