St Pat’s News
Celebrating a special Old Collegian’s mighty milestone
Our oldest known Old Collegian Laurie Larmer OAM (SPC 1935-40) celebrated a mighty milestone recently, enjoying his 99th birthday with a special celebratory lunch at the Emerald Hotel in south Melbourne with family and friends, including a number of fellow Old Collegians. We wish Laurie a very happy birthday from the entire SPC community! We…
John Dowling (SPC 1949-51)
We extend our deepest sympathy to the family of Old Collegian John Dowling (SPC 1949-51) who sadly passed away on 6 September 22, aged 89 years, of prostrate cancer. John is survived by Mary and children Luke, Danielle and Adrian and grandchildren Rowan and Patrick. John came to SPC from De La Salle and was…
Mario Bortolotto (SPC 1972-75)
Dual Carlton premiership player and Old Collegian Mario Bortolotto (SPC 1972-75) sadly passed away on 9 September 2022 at St Vincent’s Hospital in Melbourne after a short illness with his family by his side, aged 65 years. We extend our deepest sympathy to Mario’s extended family, including his wife Birgit and children Steffanie, Isabella and…
Kerry Francis Mullane (SPC 1965)
Our deepest sympathy goes to the family of Old Collegian Kerry Francis Mullane (SPC 1965) who passed away suddenly at home on 23 September 2022. Kerry was the loving husband of Clare and proud father of Rebecca, Justin (SPC 1988-93), Joey, Laura, Shaun (SPC 1994-99), Tim (SPC 1998-2003) and Emily and an adored pa to…
Peter Lennard Bettes (SPC 1960-65)
We were saddened to hear of the passing of Old Collegian Peter Lennard Bettes (SPC 1960-65) on 5 September 2022 after finally losing his battle with leukemia after 12 years. In that time, his family paid tribute, saying Peter “never lost his sense of fun, his big smile or his consideration of others before himself”….
Principal’s Message
by Principal, Mr Steven O’Connor Welcome to Term 4 It is always a good thing when students and staff return to school following a break. There is a sense of fresh energy and enthusiasm amongst people and it has been a joy to witness that this week, as we commence the final term for the…
Senior School Report
by Director of the Senior School, Mr Hamish McCrum Unit 3/4 Practice Exams, September/October Holidays In Term 4, a huge amount of work is completed and the clock always appears to be racing for our Year 12s. Their time with us is coming to an end, and the finish line that always looked so distant…
Director of Sports Report
Director of Sport, Ms Tina Benoit, provides an update on sporting activities at the College. Please click on the link below to view the Sports Report. Sports Report Term 4 Week 1 SPC Welcome To Rowing Invite And Boat Christening
George Dolan (SPC 1943-45)
We extend our deepest sympathy to the family of Old Collegian George Dolan (SPC 1943-45) who sadly passed away on 8 August, 2022 in Wantirna, Victoria and is survived by his wife of 32 years Judith and extended family. George is remembered as a quiet and easygoing gentleman who appreciated the opportunity to attend school…
Mission Report
by Assistant Principal – Mission and Identity, Mr Geoff Brodie Peace and joy to all. At the end of last term, Australia woke to the news of the death of Queen Elizabeth II. At our College we lowered our flags to half-mast and joined in prayer just before lunch. Over the following days we had…