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Reliving memories of Head of the Lake race from over 50 years ago
When we shared long-lost footage from the 1969 Head of the Lake race recently, it sparked many memories from our Old Boys, including one of original SPC crew members. John Coffey (SPC 1965-69) was the stroke in the 1969 SPC firsts crew alongside Gregory Baker (SPC 1967-69), Peter Connelly (SPC 1965-70), bow Graeme Vear (SPC…
Where are they now – Nathaniel Winfield (SPC 2004-09)
The College recently reconnected with Nathaniel Winfield (SPC SPC 2004-09) who is always a friendly face among the students and staff as a current teacher at SPC and Head of the Religious Education Facility. Nathaniel was recognized for these attributes with his nomination this year in the College’s governing body, EREA’s staff awards program, for…
Old Boys gather for 2020 OCA Christmas Lunch
We were delighted to warmly welcome Old Collegians to our 2020 OCA Christmas Lunch on Wednesday, December 9. Around 20 Old Boys, who attended school mainly in the 1950s and 60s, made the most of the opportunity to enjoy good food, great company together and picture-perfect weather at the College’s OCA Pavilion, overlooking the Main…
Old Boys in the News – December 2020
Our Old Boys have been busy, including: Congratulations to Don Grant (SPC1943-50, PY1951) who was presented with his Order of Australia (AO) for his distinguished service to surveying recently at an investiture ceremony in Sydney, which had been postponed earlier in the year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Don, who lives in Bathurst, was appointed…
Where are they now – Jim Waight (SPC 1985-90)
Old Collegian Jim Waight (SPC 1985-90) is fighting cancer on two wheels by entering a team in the 2021 Murray to Moyne Bike Ride to raise funds for cancer research. Jim was diagnosed with a form of blood cancer in 2019 and after enduring cancer treatment, he is now in remission. The “Jimmy’s Licorice Allsorts”…
Where are they now – Ethan O’Brien (SPC 1999-2004)
The College recently reconnected with former student Ethan O’Brien (SPC 1999-2004) who has tried everything from working in the mines in Western Australia to backpacking across Central America and being a scuba diving instructor in the Caribbean where he met his future wife. The couple have made their home in Oregon, in America and are…
Where are they now – John Cosgriff (former staff)
The College reconnected with much-loved former staff member John Cosgriff who was a teacher at SPC for 32 years and excelled in sharing his love and knowledge of mathematics and football with students. John reflects on the joy he gained by nurturing students to help others as they worked together to help the homeless and…
Where are they now – Michael Glenane (SPC 1967-72)
The College recently reconnected with Michael Glenane (SPC 1967-72) who has dedicated 47 years of his life to the police force and has worked in some of the world’s most dangerous hotspots, including Timor-Leste, Afghanistan, Iraq, Cyprus and PNG, to help control law and order. Michael shares his story as well as the memories he…
Where are they now – Nathan Barnes (SPC 2002-07)
The College recently reconnected with Nathan Barnes (SPC 2002-07) who credits SPC for some of his most memorable moments and treasures the time he spent at St Patrick’s College. After forging a career as an electrician, continuing his love of footy beyond school and now as a family man, Nathan hopes his baby son Patrick…
Where are they now – Paul Miller (SPC 1976-81)
The College reconnected recently with former day student Paul Miller (SPC 1976-81) who provides advice, support and mentoring to aspiring business owners as an entrepreneurship facilitator for the Ballarat region. He believes more people will start their own businesses due to the impact of COVID-19. Paul looks back on his time at SPC and believes…