St Pat’s News
Where are they now – Br Laurie Collins
The College reconnects with former principal Br Laurie Collins who shares many memories of his time at St Patrick’s College- and explains his life’s work since then. Where has life taken you since leaving SPC? Since completing my 10 years (1992-2001) as Principal of St Patrick’s, I have experienced a remarkably varied and interesting…
Solving the mystery behind an old silver trophy
The College received a call from the son of an Old Collegian recently who was delving into the history of a beautiful and ornate silver cup found in his late father’s possession. Michael O’Connor said the silver trophy, now in his possession, was won by his father Bernard O’Connor at a SPC event back in…
Young Gallipoli soldier’s medals preserved
The framed medals and effects of Gallipoli soldier, Private Noel Gambetta (SPC 1912), pictured above,- have been preserved forever after being spotted on an online auction website recently. The beautifully-framed memorabilia was purchased by Xavier College in Melbourne, where Noel was also a student, with his older brothers. The framed display contains the World War…
Where are they now – Gavin James (SPC 1970-75)
The College is reconnecting with Gavin James (SPC 1970-75), who has enjoyed a successful developing career and now operates Lake Wendouree Luxury Apartments. Where has life taken you since leaving SPC? I worked in family business in Ballarat before buying into an equipment rental company in Melbourne. I lived in Melbourne before selling…
Where are they now – Aaron Lewicki (SPC 2005-10)
The College reconnects with Aaron Lewicki (SPC 2005-10)– who credits his time at SPC for nurturing his passion to- continue helping others,- organising approximately 30 Edmund Rice Camps since finishing school. Where has life taken you since leaving SPC? Since SPC I have worked as an ABA Therapist with ‘Helping Hands Early Intervention…
Where are they now – Paul McKee (SPC 1992-97)
The College reconnects with Paul McKee (SPC 1992-97), pictured above with his family,– who had a great time recently returning to St Patrick’s College for his Class of 1997 20-Year Reunion, looking as young as the day he left. Where has life taken you since leaving SPC? Time has certainly flown and I can’t…
Congratulations to Danny Moore (SPC 1983-84)
We catch up with one of the College’s long-standing staff members, current teacher and Old Collegian Danny Moore (SPC 1983-84), who was recently recognised by the Catholic Education Office with an award for 30-years of service to education.- Well done Danny! – Danny, tell us about your time as a student at SPC. My initial…
1st XI Soccer – SPC d Damascus
St Patrick’s 11 defeated Damascus College 0 GOALS: Alex Worthington 4, Lachlan Wright 2, Tiernan Sommers, Marcus Parini, Josh de Voogel, Mark Ritchie, Ryan Schorback BEST: Alex Worthington, Talan Flockhart, Darby Gaffney, James King, Josh DeVoogel, Ryan Schorback, Jack Gaffney, Mark Ritchie We didn’t begin well and weren’t switched on for the first 5 minutes….
Headmaster’s Message – June 8, 2017
Dear Parents, Carers, Friends and Students of St Patrick’s College, Last week, at the Aboretum in Canberra, I joined Principals from Edmund Rice Education Australia (EREA) schools throughout Australia to be a part of the formal apology to victims and survivors of child sexual abuse. The apology, delivered by the Executive Director, Dr Wayne Tinsey,…
Junior School Report – June 8, 2017
Junior School End of Semester Exam Schedule – Sessions 2 & 3 Sessions 4 & 5 Wednesday, June 14 Year 7 & 8 English Year 8 Humanities Thursday, June 15 Year 7 & 8 Mathematics Year 8 Science – Year 7 PATR Testing 7G-J Friday June 16 Year 8 Advanced Maths – Year 7 PATR…