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Prayers

Ross Morrow (OR1968) passed away on 21 April 2026

Important Reminders

RSVP for the following events

ALL PARENTS | RSVP here for the "Parenting young men in the age of AI and digital media" session at 6pm, Wednesday 3 June.

YEAR 7 MUMS | RSVP here for the Year 7 Mothers/Carers & Sons’ Mass and Dinner at 5pm, Sunday 14 June.

YEAR 8 PARENTS | RSVP here by 3 June for the Year 8 "Men in Conversation" Breakfast at 7.30am, Thursday 11 June.

YEAR 9 PARENTS | Complete the form here by 1 June for your son to attend the Stand Tall excursion (8am departure), Thursday 4 June.

YEAR 11 & 12 PARENTS & STUDENTS | RSVP here by 10 June for a special morning presentation on 'Future pathways in an AI world" at 7.20am, Friday 12 June.

BOARDING PARENTS | RSVP here to join the Boarder Parents Function on 6pm, Friday 24 July.

For more details on any of these events, please check the College App.

From our Rector

The Life of Fr Joseph Dalton SJ

FR ROB DAVOREN SJ, ACTING RECTOR

When the lights of the College chapel have been extinguished, one always remains shining, that which illuminates the grave of Fr Joseph Dalton SJ, the College’s founder. I was privileged to recently celebrate the mass for Dalton House and in preparation, had the opportunity to research aspects of this remarkable Jesuit’s life.

Many would know Fr Joseph Dalton as the Jesuit who founded Riverview in 1880. He purchased land for the new ‘country’ school for six thousand five hundred pounds (about two million dollars in today’s money). This followed the Irish model of having a rural location for a Boarding school together with a city-based College for Day students.

Assistance came from Archbishop Roger Bede Vaughan, who formally invited the Jesuits to Sydney on the condition that they establish a boys' boarding school. Fr John Therry was a prominent early Catholic priest whose generous bequest enabled the Jesuits to purchase the Riverview estate in 1878.

Fr Dalton SJ has been described as the driving visionary behind the school's establishment. Such a vision was needed to ensure his chosen site was appropriate, since the Lane Cove area was primarily rural, known for timber-getting, market gardens, and small orchards in 1880. During the decade following, the district changed from an agricultural settlement to gradual suburbanisation but remained largely undeveloped until transport access improved. All access to Sydney was by water, usually ferries, and the first bridge crossing the Lane Cove River was not opened until 1885. Named the Fig Tree Bridge, it linked Linley Point to Hunters Hill.

_{Reference for map: Dictionary of Sydney archived in 2021-Atlas of the suburbs of Sydney 1895. (State Library of NSW).}

For much of the nineteenth century, the district named Lane Cove referred to the whole of the area on the northern banks of the Lane Cove River, from Greenwich to it, and it was only in 1895 that‘ Lane Cove' came to signify the present-day area of Lane Cove. The original inhabitants of the area were the Cameraygal group or clan, whose name for the Lane Cove River was Turrumburra. Along its banks, the Aboriginal people gathered seafood, and the Europeans cut grass for fodder and thatch. The slopes and gullies were forested with tall eucalypts, which settlers used for building and flooring. Bluegum, stringybark, blackbutt, red mahogany and turpentine were all prized by early timber-getters.

While we can be very grateful that Fr Dalton selected this ‘rural’ site for our College when establishing Riverview, we can also honour him as the founder of many other Jesuit institutions.

Fr Dalton’s first establishment was Xavier College in Melbourne in 1872, with its first classes opening to students on February 10, 1878. As with the above model of rural school plus a city school, Xavier was established as the Jesuit Boarding school for Melbourne, with the city school being St Patrick's College, East Melbourne, founded in 1854. While St Patrick’s closed in 1968, its old scholar union continues to thrive, with much of its fundraising directed to bursaries at Xavier.

Fr Dalton’s vision was again evident in choosing the location of Kew, which was famously described as being in the "far-flung countryside" built on a site originally known as Mornane's Paddock. It is located just 8 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne and occupies approximately 40 acres.

Fr Dalton’s guiding hand also led to the Jesuit stewardship of two parishes in Melbourne, which continue to this day. In April 1866, Irish Jesuit Fathers Joseph Dalton and James McKinery officially took charge of the Richmond mission. Fr Dalton was instrumental in selecting the site on Richmond Hill and overseeing the laying of the foundation stone for the permanent St Ignatius' Church. At that stage, our Hawthorn parish was part of the larger Richmond mission.

Fr Dalton was based in Richmond parish from 1866 until 1878. He loved the parish and was much loved by parishioners. In 1879, to the great sadness of parishioners and others, he departed for Sydney. Part of his farewell speech is below:

Before I say 'goodbye,' let me again thank you heartily for all your great kindness during the past, and for your kind wishes for my success in the future. With regard to the length of my stay in Sydney, that is in the hands of Almighty God. It will be as he wills it, 'Be there until I tell you.' Be the time of my absence long or short, I will never forget this, my first mission, and should Divine Providence conduct me here again, I shall gladly meet you where now I leave you, and where I first met you twelve years ago, before this altar of God.

Fr Dalton was not stationed in Melbourne again and spent the final 25 years of his life at Riverview.

Once in Sydney, he continued his remarkable pattern of establishing Jesuit works, founding St Aloysius' College in 1879 and assuming control of St Mary’s church in 1877. At that stage, the parish stretched northward to Pittwater.

The Riverview property was purchased in 1878, and the school commenced in 1880. That same year, St Michael's House was opened on the feast of Saint Michael (29 September). It became the original senior boarding house.

During Fr Dalton’s time at the College, several innovations occurred, and in 1890, Riverview was one of the earliest institutions in Australia to harness electricity. An electric generator was installed to light the College and power the Riverview Observatory over a decade before Sydney's municipal grid was officially switched on in 1904. Historical College records noted that the telephone was installed in 1898 with the designated exchange number listed as "No. 6, Hunters Hill Exchange".

Fr Dalton retired from active duty in 1883 and then moved with the aid of crutches. That same year, the Riverview Infirmary opened. This sandstone building, adjacent to the current Health Centre, is now part of the Jesuit Residence.

Fr Dalton died on January 4th, 1905, and was buried in Gore Hill Cemetery. The Dalton Chapel, named in his honour, was opened in 1909. Six years later, his remains were removed from Gore Hill and reinterred in Dalton Chapel, where they lie to this day.

The Jesuit Province archives in Melbourne house many of Dalton’s diaries (examples shown in the pictures below), which display his beautiful cursive ink penmanship. Also of interest are his notes from 1894, written in a College exercise book. As its cover shows, only the western end of the main building (now called Arrupe) had been built. At that time, there were only 120 students at Riverview.

He published nothing, and his inner life is not revealed in his diary (1866-88). Those who knew him well attested that he was first and foremost a holy priest, and he was widely revered in Richmond and Riverview. His energy and vision were striking, and his work established the Irish Jesuits in the eastern colonies. St Ignatius’ College Riverview, and indeed the Australian Jesuit Province, continue to enjoy and be enriched by Joseph Dalton’s remarkable legacy, the result of his extraordinary vision, energy and confidence.

_{Fr Joseph Dalton SJ's diary & his 1894 red exercise book}

_{Fr Joseph Dalton SJ's diary}

OIU Lunch

As Term 2 continues to unfold with its wide range of activities, I have been fortunate to experience several new and memorable events. Among these was the Old Ignatians' Union Lunch on Friday 22 May at Doltone House, which brought together more than 500 attendees. Congratulations to everyone involved in making this significant gathering possible, including Christine Zimbulis and Heather Mitchell, whose contributions were greatly appreciated. The event featured Ben Fordham and Vince Sorrenti and raised money for the College Bursary Program.

Reconciliation Day

The College community gathered in the Gartlan on Wednesday for a special assembly in recognition of Reconciliation Day. Students, staff, and invited guests came together to witness a program prepared by our First Nations students, who opened the event with a traditional smoking ceremony and performed a series of cultural dances with great skill and pride.

A particularly heartening moment was the care shown by our older First Nations students as they guided our youngest learners from Mirrabrook into the venue.

We were also privileged to host visitors from the Torres Strait Islands, who taught our students several traditional dances. The assembly concluded with a powerful and passionate performance of Midnight Oil’s "Beds Are Burning". Sincere congratulations are extended to all who contributed to the planning and execution of this significant event, including Kaleb Taylor (First Nations Co-ordinator) and Tina Van Domburg (Liturgy & Retreat Co-ordinator).

As I reflected during the ceremony, I was reminded not only of the injustices experienced by First Nations peoples at the hands of my own ancestors, but also of the profound knowledge and wisdom that was overlooked and undervalued. The ability of First Nations peoples to read the stars, interpret natural signs of weather, navigate vast semi‑desert landscapes, track movement, and locate food and water in harsh environments represents a depth of understanding that modern society too often fails to appreciate.

Equally compelling are the cultural traditions that guided young boys through rigorous rites of passage into adulthood under the mentorship of respected Elders—practices that highlight a sense of community, responsibility, and identity that is often missing in contemporary life.

Arrupe Academy

On Wednesday evening, 80 of our Year 11 students participated in an engaging leadership seminar delivered by Katherine Zerounian, Principal of Redfern Jarjum College. Katherine’s insightful reflections and stories from her own leadership role sparked many thoughtful questions from the students. This event is one of four sessions in the Arrupe Academy program, and I commend Mr John Gilles (Director of Religious Formation, Ignatian Centre) for his coordination and leadership, as well as the students for their enthusiastic and active involvement.

Pentecost Sunday

On Sunday, 24 May, we observed an important celebration in the Christian calendar, commemorating the moment the Holy Spirit came upon the apostles and empowered them to share the message of Jesus with renewed confidence and courage. Often referred to as the birthday of the Church, Pentecost highlights themes that strongly resonate within a school community - renewal, unity, and the call to use our individual gifts in service of others.

For students, Pentecost offers a meaningful reminder of the value of listening, collaborating, and contributing positively to school life. It encourages us to recognise the strengths within our community and to use them to foster a spirit of hope, kindness, and connection.

I conclude with two meaningful verses from the Sequence for Pentecost:

Come, Spirit, make your home in us.
Grow us to be our very best
And show us how to practice love.

Come, Spirit, energise our being.
Help us to live as Jesus taught.
Lead us in work and prayer and play

From our Principal

Riverview Juniors Delight in Singin’ in the Rain Jr.

MR MARK TANNOCK, PRINCIPAL

Last night was the opening night of the 2026 Junior College Musical, Singin’ in the Rain Jr . It was a superb show with a large cast and crew of Riverview boys from Years 5 to 8 and a number of outstandingly talented girls from neighbouring schools, including Loreto Kirribilli, Marist Catholic College North Shore and St Michael’s Catholic Primary School, Lane Cove.

Riverview alternates between a Senior Musical and a Junior Musical each year, so last night was the opportunity for our junior boys to shine. And shine they did. The original Hollywood movie musical was faithfully adapted by Betty Comden and Adolph Green from their original award-winning screenplay. The script and the score were brought to life by the actors and musicians, and the joy of the production was infectious.

All students involved deserve our congratulations, with a special recognition of Elliot Johnston for his starring role as Don Lockwood – and I do believe a star is born. Alongside Elliot were Olive Smith, Chester Johnson, Lucy Sultana, Joshua Horan, Thomas Petterson, Bille McConkey, Angelique Camilleri and Helena Masztak. All were superb performers on the night.

In addition, congratulations to the following students:

Cast

Nicholas Atkinson, Jade Bottomley, Aaron Bradshaw, Archer Branson, Sunday Clyne, Matthew Coorey, Alexander De Mello, Henry Donaldson, Sophia Dunlop, Eloise Duxbury, Oliver Francis, Emmeline Hayduk, Teddy Harrington, Keegan Hau, Angus Healy, Gemma Hickson, Sebastian Howell, Paddy Hutchins, Polly Huxley, Edward Johnson, Jake Johnson, Jasper Johnson, Lannika Kaye, Eloise Jurdeczka, Sofia Liddy, Madeleine Lilia, Curtis Liu, Xavier Macintosh, Harriet Mansfield, Oliver Maher, Charles McDonald, Francesca Meech, Ewan Moir, Thomas Muir, George Obee, George Palmer, Juliette Palmer, James Payten, Hudson Pin, Marcus Pinzone, Lucinda Plenderleith, Zoe Price, Toby Pool, Anastasia Psychogios, James Sahabu, Alexander Sharkey, William Sharkey, James Stanley, Toby Thistlewood, Alice Webb and Hugo Yee

Crew

Christian Bowe, Jack Costa, Michael Dickason, Toby Dickinson, Marc-Felipe Lewis, James Hopper, Sam Liubinskas, Callan McInney, Thomas Miller, Oliver Nesbitt, Oliver Patrk, Max Quirk, Oliver Schmid, Tom Shanahan, Elliot Solomons, Joshua Tamana, Jasper Timms, Edward Thrum, Rhys Williams

Congratulations to all involved in this fabulous production. Thanks especially to our committed staff, who work so hard to give students such a rich cultural experience. Tickets for the final two shows tonight and tomorrow night at 7.30pm in Ramsay Hall can be purchased here .

The College recognised Sorry Day and Reconciliation Week this week with a number of events and programs. The cause of Reconciliation is important to us as a Jesuit school. Indeed, pastoral outreach to the First Australians was one of the earliest ministries of the Society of Jesus in Australia, when the first Austrian Jesuits arrived in South Australia in 1848, and again in 1865, when the Irish Jesuits arrived in Melbourne.

Our First Nations Program is this school’s distinctive response to our collective call to reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples in Australia. The high point of Reconciliation Week at Riverview is the Assembly, when all students from across the College (and our little friends from Mirrabrook Early Learning Centre) gather in the Gartlan Centre for a celebration of First Nations culture.

We were treated to a series of dances led by First Nations students, who invited other Riverview boys to join them. To see our First Nations boys so proud of their ancient culture and willing to share it with their school community is a gracious moment for us all to witness. The inclusion of the Kris family from the Torres Strait was wonderful as they shared their culture through music and dance with us.

We are grateful to the First Nations families and the College’s partners who joined us on the day.

This week, Pope Leo XIV released his first encyclical entitled Magnifica Humanitus - Magnificent Humanity. This encyclical centres on the emerging era of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and provides a guide to our response to this technological revolution. His Holiness draws on the Church’s rich Tradition of Catholic Social Teaching to encourage a future in which human dignity remains at the centre of our consideration of the relative merits and dangers of AI.

As a Catholic, Jesuit school, Riverview is well-placed to respond to AI in a manner that Pope Leo encourages. Embracing it as a means to the mission, but never allowing it to become an end in itself. To this effect, students across the College have been participating in a Month of AI, which includes classes across the curriculum, giving boys an opportunity to engage with AI in a meaningful way. One of the areas being addressed with students is the ethics of AI. The boys have been asked to consider:

Practices to embrace :

Always acknowledge your sources: Note when you've used AI tools and any other sources you've used in your research.
Always verify information: Cross-check AI-generated information with reliable sources. Remember that AI can confidently state incorrect information.
Always enhance, don’t replace, your learning: Use AI to deepen understanding, not to do your thinking or complete tasks for you.
Always make it your own: When using AI-generated content, summarise it and ensure you genuinely understand the ideas.
Always ask first: Always seek teacher guidance before using AI in learning or assessments.
Always be transparent: Acknowledge AI use in your work when required by assessment guidelines.

Pitfalls to avoid

Don’t plagiarise: Submitting AI-generated work as your own is academic misconduct, and it is unethical.
Don’t outsource your thinking: Resist using AI as a shortcut to avoid doing the actual work of understanding and analysing ideas.
Don’t accept everything at face value: Recognise that AI contains biases, errors, and potentially outdated information.
Don’t hide your process: Don't present AI-generated work as entirely your own thinking or analysis.
Don’t ignore the school’s guidelines: Follow the College’s Student Code of Conduct and your teacher’s specific instructions on how to use AI.
Don’t rely on AI alone: Use AI alongside your own research and reading, not instead of them.

The College will continue to explore the ramifications of AI for its educational mission, with this likely to be a key component of our new strategic plan. Parents are encouraged to engage with Magnifica Humanitus which can be accessed HERE.

From the P&F

P&F Update - Term 2, Week 6

MRS CLAUDIA McINERNEY, P&F PRESIDENT 2026

This week has been filled with many events and celebrations across all year groups and interests for our boys and parents alike. There are still a few tickets left for the Junior Musical tonight and tomorrow night if you want to experience the incredible talents of so many boys and girls on stage in the aptly titled Singin’ in the Rain .

For the parents and carers, see below for information on the Archibald Private Tours, the upcoming P&F Art Show and how you can help on the sidelines of sport to provide warm hospitality to our visitors as the weather gets more wintery and help raise valuable funds for the College’s Bursary Program and capital works.

We wish the 150+ Year 7 mums heading to Orange this weekend a wonderful weekend of new friendships and lifelong memories as you start the senior school journey. Have fun and safe travels.

This Saturday - 30th May

Thank you to all the parents who have signed up to help at the Regis BBQ, the Canteen, and the Merchandise tent this weekend. With the inclement weather and a few match cancellations, we will open the First Field canteen for hot coffee, pies, drinks and snacks. Please head down for some sustenance and warmth. You can buy your blue & white merchandise at the First Field/Father Mac Canteen, so visit us there to rug up with a scarf, stay dry under a golf umbrella, and support the boys from the sidelines.

We are still looking for a few hands to help; please sign up HERE .

Next Thursday, 4th June, Opens Rugby vs King's - calling all rugby fans

We are hosting King's 1st & 2nds from 2pm at First Field. This will draw a large crowd of boys & parents. It will be a fast & furious afternoon - making some good funds for the Bursary with all those hungry boys post-school. If you are a rugby family/supporter, day or boarding family, please, please, please sign up HERE to help man the BBQ or Canteen at any stage between 1-5pm.

Archibald Prize Private Tours - Ticket sales for Friday 5th June close this weekend

For over a century, entrants to the Archibald Prize from Australia and New Zealand have captured the spirit of their times through portraiture, reflecting the personalities and issues that define their communities. The Wynne Prize for landscape painting of Australian scenery or figure sculpture celebrates the diversity of representations of our country, and the Sulman Prize is for subject painting, genre painting, or a mural project.

This year, the P&F have booked 4 private tours over Terms 2 and 3. If demand is stronger, we will extend this. Please note the dates below for your year cohort. Ticket sales links are below, and your YGCs will provide more information in the coming weeks.

Year 7-11 - Friday 05 June 9:30am - Tickets HERE (please purchase ASAP, as sales will close this weekend so we can confirm numbers)
Year 5 & 6 - Friday 12 June 9:30am - Tickets HERE
Year 7-11 - Friday 24 July 9:30am - Tickets HERE
Year 12 - Friday 24 July 3:00pm - Tickets HERE

P&F Charity Art Show - Save the date - Thurs 25 June

On Thursday, 25 June, we will host the P&F Charity Art Show in Wingaru COLA Hall. Georgie Christie, from "Pop it up Art" , will again curate the art exhibition . We thank all the community artists for jumping on board and offering their pieces, and remind parents and carers to save the date. Ticket sales will commence next week.

All profits from the P&F Art Show go to the Bursary Fund. Please email PandFPresident@riverview.nsw.edu.au if you have any questions or would like to contribute to this very special exhibition.

Other P&F Events

Year 7 Mums/Carers’ Weekend Away - Fri 29 - Sun 31 May HAVE FUN!!
Archibald Tour Year 7-11 Friday 5 June 9:30am - Tickets HERE
Archibald Tour Year 5 & 6 - Friday 12 June 9:30am - Tickets HERE
Year 7 Mothers/Carers + Sons’ Mass & Dinner - Sun 14 June. Tickets HERE
P&F Charity Art Show - Thurs 25 June
Archbald Tour Year 7-11 - Friday 24 July 9:30am - Tickets HERE
Archibald Tour Year 12 - Friday 24 July 3:00pm - Tickets HERE
Year 9 Mums/Carers’ Weekend Away (Orange) - Fri 31 July - Sun 2 August
P&F First Friday Mass (hosted by Year 8) - Friday 7 August
Year 6 Mums/Carers’ Weekend Away (Leura/Blue Mountains) - Fri 21 August - Sun 23 August
P&F First Friday Mass (hosted by Year 10) - Fri 4 September
City Country Fathers + Carers Dinner - Fri 4 September
Year 8 Casual catch up at the Diddy - Sat 5 September
P&F First Friday Mass (hosted by Year 7) - Friday 6 November

Please keep your eye on the College App and WhatsApp messages for updates to all these events.

Year 7 Mothers/Carers & Sons' Mass and Dinner

Saint Ignatius' College Riverview, along with the Parents and Friends' Association, warmly invites Year 7 mothers, carers, and significant individuals, together with their Year 7 students, to attend the Year 7 Mothers/Carers & Sons’ Mass and Dinner on Sunday, 14 June at 5:00pm.

DATE: Sunday, 14th June 2026
TIME/PLACE: 5:00pm Mass at Dalton Chapel, followed by dinner in Ramsay Hall
COST: $85 per person, which includes a family-style dinner, with dessert and beverages. The student and guest must each have their own ticket.
RSVP: Friday, 6th June
TICKETS: Purchase them HERE .

Ignatian Centre

Arrupe Academy for Ignatian Leadership

MR JOHN GILLES, DIRECTOR OF RELIGIOUS FORMATION

Wednesday night saw the third session of the Arrupe Academy for Ignatian Leadership, attended by around 80 Year 11 students. The guest speaker was Mrs Katherine Zerounian, Principal of Redfern Jarjum College and a former staff member of Saint Ignatius’ College. She addressed the boys on the topic of Authentic Leadership and then posed a range of thoughtfully constructed questions. It is a wonderful expression of the close relationship between the two Jesuit schools.

Mrs Zerounian is pictured here with two students who were in her mentor group in Year 7, Brian Larkin and Thomas Bredenhann.

Regis Campus

Year 6 Solar Buddies

MRS CAITLIN REMEEUS, DIRECTOR OF REGIS CAMPUS

Today, Regis Year 6 hosted Loreto Normanhurst Year 6 students to work in cooperative groups to bring light to the marginalised. The students participated in the Solar Buddy program, which offered meaningful benefits for the students and the recipients.

The boys and girls built solar lights and learned about global inequality and the reality of energy poverty, helping them develop empathy and social awareness.

The day was marked by strong collaboration between students and staff, creating an atmosphere that was enjoyable, inclusive, and purposeful. Students engaged enthusiastically, demonstrating respect, kindness, and a genuine willingness to connect with others. It was a valuable experience that highlighted the importance of service, community partnership, and learning through shared experiences.

Teaching and Learning

Bridging Cultures: College Triumphs at the “Chinese Bridge” Speech Competition

MS FANG QIAN AND SARAH YE, CHINESE LANGUAGE TEACHERS

Our College once again solidified its reputation as the largest competing school at the NSW Preliminary Round of the International Chinese Bridge Speech Competition on Sunday, 17 May. This rigorous event challenged students through Chinese culture quizzes, formal speeches and cultural performances. Our boys once again rose to the occasion, impressing judges and audiences with their strong linguistic skills and deep appreciation of Chinese culture.

The depth of talent was on full display across multiple year groups. Year 10 Gianluca Di Pietro achieved an outstanding Third Prize. His success was credited to his confidence on stage and to the expressive delivery of his speech, violin performance, and poetry recital, capturing the beauty and emotional nuance of classical Chinese poetry.

Year 9 students Tom Carseldine and Joshua Garling delivered a brilliant traditional Chinese Crosstalk (相声) performance, showcasing impressive language skills and vibrant stage presence, earning laughter and applause from the audience. They were each awarded Merit Awards for their excellent performances.

Year 11 Sachin Sundaraj also impressed the judging panel with a traditional Chinese tea ceremony demonstration. His careful tea-brewing skills and authentic understanding of the ritual highlighted his genuine passion for Chinese culture, earning him an Award of Merit.

All our participating students deserve the highest commendation for their diligence in preparation and perseverance. Navigating the steep learning curve of a foreign language and performing under pressure requires true dedication, and our boys met every obstacle with grit and enthusiasm. We are incredibly proud of how beautifully they represented our college community on the state stage, and we are already looking forward to building more linguistic bridges in next year's competition.

The Month of AI

MRS DEB WILLIAMS, HEAD OF INNOVATION AND RESEARCH

Earlier this term, we announced a 4-week focus on artificial intelligence (AI), which we labelled “The Month of AI”, leveraging the expertise of Day of AI Australia and relying on the generosity of teaching staff.

Thus far, students have explored AI systems and how they work, as well as the ethical implications of AI, with a particular focus on algorithmic bias and its social impact.

To consolidate their understanding of each lesson and to ensure knowledge and skills are developed across Years 7-12, mentor groups were encouraged to complete the two short games listed below, which we invite you to explore at home.

The Pyramid Puzzle Game
Inky’s Great Experiment

The Pyramid Puzzle Game adapts philosopher John Searle’s (1980) thought experiment, “The Chinese Room Experiment”, to examine the provocation: if a computer responds to questions in an intelligent way, does that mean it is intelligent? The game demonstrates the possibilities and limitations of artificial intelligence and reinforces the central message to students that human intelligence is distinct from machine intelligence.

Inky’s Great Experiment, a game designed by Day of AI Australia and suitable for students aged 12-20, presents a series of trolley problems that are initially abstract and then increasingly realistic. As students respond to a number of ethical dilemmas, their responses are compared to those of three large language models. Students are led through ethical concepts such as utilitarianism and algorithmic bias, which are pertinent to our AI series.

To complement the Month of AI lessons, students were issued an infographic on the ethical use of AI this week via their House leaders, with specific reference to practices to embrace and pitfalls to avoid . We kindly ask students to place the infographic in a prominent position in their homes, such as on a study desk, for reference when completing homework and conducting research. Much of the content in the infographic is synchronous with the updated Student Code of Conduct.

Additionally, two competitions were launched with students and staff this week: a critical reading competition facilitated by the Christopher Brennan Library, titled ‘Spot the Bot’, which students will complete during their scheduled wide reading lessons, and a Prompt-a-thon. The latter involves students working in groups of 2-3, collaborating with generative AI to solve a real Rivierview issue under timed conditions. Details were emailed to all students and staff. Please encourage your child to participate.

Finally, a special presentation for Year 11 and 12 students and their parents will be held on Friday, 12th June, in Ramsay Hall, between 7.30 and 8.15 am. Professor Danny Liu, one of Australia’s leading experts on generative AI and learning, has generously agreed to explore future pathways for students and what students need to thrive. Please click here to RSVP to this event.

Co-Curriculum

2026 Summer Sport Photos are Available to Purchase

CO-CURRICULUM DEPARTMENT

2026 Summer sport photos are now available for purchase on the Melba Studios website. Photos from previous years are also accessible.

View and purchase the photos HERE

Select "Schools"

Password: CCPHOTOS

Senior teams and rowing squads will be uploaded upon the conclusion of the Head of the River Regatta and the Summer Co-curriculum Assembly on the 29th of April.

Opens AFL - Round 4 Wrap

MR JOSHUA CONLON, OPENS AGE GROUP COORDINATOR

1st XVIII vs Cranbrook 1st XVIII

The 1st XVIII continued their dominant early-season form with a 3rd straight 100+ point victory. The final score of 21.12 - 138 to Cranbrook 1.4 - 10 wasn’t flattering for Cranbrook, but they were to be commended for their physicality and bringing the contest to the View Boys. Unfortunately for them, it seems the more heat in the contest, the more Hudson Savage rises to the occasion. While Huddo went about another week of massive stats, his mate Charlie Pobje had his best game of the season so far with 10 marks, 3 goals and 29 positive attitudes.

Ben Walker went on an absolute tear across half back with multiple spoils and handballs to himself, a sign of his dominance. After attending the last 2 training sessions in rowing and then basketball gear, he is looking for someone on the Riverview Taekwondo team to loan him some gear for training next Monday.

The versatility of the forward line was again on full display. This week a chance for both Cam Ellis and Angus Teseriero to shine with both kicking 5 goals each.

Their efficiency in front of goals was facilitated via the silver service coming from the midfield, with Lachlan McCullagh dominating the ruck and raising the bar every week, while Ed Stewart continued to operate with his renowned clinical efficiency.

Some forced changes are coming this week for the boys after Jude Feilen left the game with an ankle injury. After Dr Xavier Quoyle said, ‘it’s definitely broken,’ it was encouraging to see Jude walking around after the game.

All eyes now turn towards a Jesuit showdown vs St Aloysius' at midday Saturday on 4th Field.

2nd XVIII vs St Andrew's 1 st XVIII

It was an absolutely unreal effort across the park from the 2s boys in a narrow and very frustrating loss against St Andrew's 1s.

I cannot fault the boys' ticker in a scrappy, highly physical game in the slippery conditions of ELS Hall Park. Unfortunately, St Andrew's wouldn’t go away, and late in the 4th, they retook the lead after we controlled the 2nd and 3rd Quarters.

A few special mentions go to Lucius Pimpini and Tom Osborne. Lucius was BOG by a margin, racking up bulk contested possessions and really making the difference at the stoppages. It was certainly telling when he went off with a leg injury in the 4th, which probably gave St Andrew's the sniff they were after.

Massive credit to Lucius, who showed great grit to come back on and run it out. Tom Osborne was also a standout, putting in a monster effort in the ruck. After Pat Welsh, unfortunately, left the game in the 1st Quarter with a suspected concussion, Tom stepped up. His ruck taps to advantage unlocked Lucius and the other midfielders, and were a large reason we dominated the 2nd and 3rd terms. In the end, although we probably didn’t get the rub of the green and walk away with a win, the boys’ effort was certainly deserving of one. We’ll keep building week-on-week, and I can’t wait to get a rematch with St Andrew’s later in the season.

The Cross Country Report

MR ALEXANDER GODBOLD, CROSS COUNTRY SPC

The squad had a tough week of training as we build towards a couple of selection events in the coming weeks. We knew going into Saturday’s race that we needed to treat it as solid race prep, which meant pushing ourselves and giving it a hot crack. I was very proud of how the boys attacked the race; we had some excellent results across the board, and I will begin with young AJ Lukas .

After Ben Case’s fantastic win in the intermediate’s last week, AJ came into his junior race to show he can do it too. This was AJs first race back after being unwell but watching him move you wouldn’t have thought it. He controlled his race beautifully and held off a fast finish to claim first place in the junior race. Well done AJ!

While winning is great and the success of the hard work leading up to the race should be celebrated, what I love at the moment is the commitment and dedication of all our juniors.

It is tough training and competing in an individual sport, but it is heart warming to see the likes of Sachin Agnew and Ted Niland continue to improve their technique and their race craft and we still have a lot of races left!

Our intermediate runners are pushing their way forward with Marc-Felipe Lewis and Xavier Chan continuing to improve their race pace and flow.

Our seniors are a great group who are not only excellent at getting around supporting each other but the younger groups as well. While we are managing some sickness and niggles within the team all boys finished in the top 100 overall.

I would like to recognise Charles Fuller , James O’Connor , and Andy Scott on their performances last Saturday. A special shout out to Ben Case who after his win in the intermediate’s the week before finished 11th overall (8th GPS) in the Opens race on Saturday.

To end I will share a few RAPS the boys prepared and shared with us at training. Cross Country is about developing a STUDENT ATHLETE not just an athlete.

Running through the mud, yeah I’m chasing the next place
Heart beating fast but I keep that pace
Hills getting steep, still I never slow down
Cross country king, yeah I’m owning this town

Sweat on my shirt, dirt on my shoes
Everybody tired but I got no excuse
Coach yelling “push!” so I sprint to the end
Finish line close, now the crowd going crazy again

Andy Scott Yr 11 and Jackson Smith Yr 11

Feet hit the dirt in the cold morning rain
Long hills are built to power through pain
Alex shouted, “Keep running, stay strong.”
We pushed through the mud as the race rolled on

Burning lungs, tired legs, hearts racing fast
Every session helps us get faster
Hills keep our legs strong
Through every win or defeat
Cross Country told us never to retreat

Tobias O’Hea Yr 8

Everybody says, “Running gives freedom and peace,”
But there's war in my mind and war in the middle east,
And I’m six k’s deep beggin’ God for release,
Actin’ all tough at the start with the pack,
Two hills later got a stitch in my back.

Got that runner build, skinny arms, fast feet,
Eat enough food for a whole damn street.
Friday rest day got me feelin’ elite,
Saturday race got me cryin’ to the beat.
My mates play footy, they get tackled and rest,
We just run in circles like a cardio test.
“Why you do cross country?” honestly bro,
I forgot at kilometre two years ago.

Maxwell Kinchela Yr 7

The Football Report

MR PETER STEFFAN, SENIOR FOOTBALL TEAMS MANAGER

1st XI GPS plate Finals Round, May 23, Wanderers’ Field, The King's School.

Riverview 1 (Lucas Gestekamp) defeated by NC 4.

The last time SIC and NC faced off for the GPS 1st XI Plate was in 2023 when NC won 1-0, reversing the previous year’s result when SIC prevailed with the same score. Riverview’s preparation was interrupted by the CIS Cup Conference A final loss on Tuesday and the injury to Mateo Shipman at training on Friday.

This year’s edition of the match was another fast and high-quality affair. Newington scored first when a hard shot took a deflection to wrong-foot the keeper, Antony, and cannon into the net. The Riverview boys had more chances in the first half than their opponent, but it was not until the last minute before the break that Lucas Gestekamp virtually ran the ball into the goal after impressive team play brought the ball forward.

In the second half, Newington scored three more goals, including another deflection, this one from a free kick just outside the box. The 1-4 result suggests the Riverview team was well outplayed, but this was not the case; they competed well with the boys from Stanmore. However, the rub of the green was definitely with the latter.

From here, the Riverview team will travel to Northbridge as their first step in pursuit of the Premiership for 2026.

2nd XI GPS Plate Finals Round, May 23, Wanderers’ Field, King's

Riverview 1 (James Stack) defeated by Newington College 6.

Last year, the Riverview 2nd XI advanced to face Newington College in the GPS Plate final, to be played at Kings. As it was, the finals were washed out, and the Plate winner was decided on penalties at Riverview when the Colleges met in their GPS round. Well, it was on again for 2026 with SIC and NC finishing atop their pools and so matched to meet in the final, again scheduled at King's and again with rain around.

The match commenced, and within the first dozen minutes, Newington had netted three times, putting the Riverview boys firmly on the back foot. Facing fast, committed opponents, the Riverview boys stabilised and pulled one goal back from the left foot of James Stack from the right side of the field. The quarter hour leading into the half-time break saw the Riverview boys competing more effectively, but still another goal was conceded shortly before the break. The coaching staff called for a more committed effort in the second half, and with the horse already bolted, the boys battled on but still conceded a couple more goals to reach the end of the match on the wrong side of the humbling 6-1 scoreline. The Riverview team was beaten by a better team on the day and will need to regroup before presenting to Northbridge on Saturday to commence the GPS competition rounds.

Read the full Football Report HERE .

The Rugby Report

MR CRAIG MORRISON, RUGBY SPC

With most teams away at Joeys last weekend, it was one of those days when we had a full day of matches against the same opposition across the program. With games kicking off at 8am in many age groups, the slightly slippery conditions created by recent rain meant skills would be tested, and the tackle contest would play a huge part in how the matches played out.

Across the board, the Riverview teams were committed to defence for long periods against an opposition that was not as creative with the ball as they were direct and relentless. We often matched that relentless effort in defence; however, the lack of possession in many games was too much to overcome, which meant the scoreline followed a similar trend – “you cannot score without the ball”.

The open age group were a shining light on the day, winning 7 of the 12 opens matches, including 4 of the top 7 grades. Most importantly, they showed the rest of the program what can be done when a team commits to the breakdown and support play, uses the ball creatively with short passes, angles and deception and does not kick possession away.

We knew that this round of fixtures would tell us where we are at and it is clear that our attack has huge potential for growth however, we really need to focus on our core skills – catch and pass with precision, react more instinctively as a support player to receive a pass or attack the breakdown, and have the confidence to move the ball to space with good vision, communication and decision making. These really are the key work-ons for the program here and now.

Many teams did these things for periods of the game, but could not maintain it under the pressure of Joeys strong defences for long enough. In many instances, we kicked the ball away rather than committing to maintaining possession, moving the ball into space and challenging the opposition's defences. When we commit to doing these things well as a team across the program, we won’t just compete better; we will win these tough matches.

This is our DNA, and we will be working hard between now and Round 2 to realise the style of game that is in our DNA and to ensure that we commit to creating that competitive advantage over all our opponents.

Defence is the other 50% of any game, and for large parts of the day, all teams showed resilience in defence despite an uneven share of possession, which is on us to address before we play again.

Many scorelines on the day reflected a wait for possession and field position against us. The apparent inevitability of this reality is something that players, coaches, old boys and parents can all play a part in challenging and changing for the long term, as we look to write a new chapter in the history of Riverview Rugby.

1st XV lost to Joeys 22-24

The 1st XV travelled to Hunters Hill on Saturday to face traditional rivals St Joseph's College in wet and rainy conditions, although the surface remained excellent throughout the afternoon.

We started superbly, scoring two early tries inside the opening 10 minutes to take control. Joeys responded through a counterattack try after a lapse in our kick chase line, but we maintained the ascendancy to lead 15–5 at halftime.

The second half again began strongly for the boys in blue and white, extending the lead to 22–5 through dominant lineout work and brutal defence that continually forced Joeys into errors.

To their credit, Joeys mounted a late comeback, scoring three tries in a 15-minute period to edge ahead 24–22 with only minutes remaining.

We refused to go away and, with one final opportunity, marched 50 metres upfield through 15 phases while maintaining possession in a desperate attempt to reclaim victory. Despite the effort and composure shown in the closing moments, the winning play was not to come.

While the result was disappointing, Riverview were the better side for long periods and produced a performance full of physicality, resilience and intent.

Anthony Calavassy – Coach

This Saturday

We travel to Bellevue Hill and many other parts of Sydney to face Scots, whilst the 3rd XV play their first competition match against TAS, who travel to Riverview from Armidale.

This week's TOP PERFORMERS

2nd XV defeated Joeys 29-19

In wet and torrential conditions, the 2nd XV of Riverview produced a disciplined and composed performance against St Joseph's College. Preparation during the week focused on clearer 22m entries, converting opportunities when presented, improving breakdown efficiency, and securing first-phase lineout possession, all of which proved invaluable. The team started strongly, scoring two first-half tries to lead 14–5 at halftime despite the relentless rain. Sustained pressure and strong execution early in the second half extended the lead to 21–5. Joeys responded in typical fashion to close the margin, but a well-executed set play sealed the contest, with the side finishing deservedly 28–19, winners.

Phil Koen - Coach

4ths and 6ths

Both the 4th and 6th XV defeated Joeys, playing the type of attacking rugby that all teams should be aspiring to. Showing the depth of talent in our opens group, both teams moved the ball to space, controlled possession through support play and were equally effective in defence. Winning 7 of 12 opens fixtures on the day shows that when we play the Riverview way and commit defensively to the tackle and line speed in defence, we rewrite the order of things in our favour.

Under 13C’s defeated Joeys 13Cs 40-14

The 13C’s gave a fantastic performance against Joeys on the weekend, winning 40-14. A strong defensive performance, backed by outstanding ruck work, set the platform for good attacking rugby, which led to a dominant performance from the boys. Their ability to shift the ball across the field opened up the Joeys ' defence and helped them control the entire match. With this game being their first against Joeys, the boys rose to the challenge and took it to them in every aspect of the game.

Oliver Galvin - Coach

GPS Representative Team at the CIS Championships

MR PETER STEFFAN, SENIOR FOOTBALL TEAMS MANAGER

A last-minute venue change due to rain-forced field closures brought the GPS Representative team together at The Hills Grammar. The 16 players selected include 5 of Riverview’s 1st XI, Sam Ryan and Kobe Ellis, who had represented the GPS previously and Antony Nobilo, Angus King and Matteo Shipman.

Game 1 for the GPS squad was with CAS, a longstanding and formidable opponent. While the GPS team had more chances to score, the critical moment in the match came when a Sam Ryan shot was blocked by the ’keeper at the CAS goal, and a fast breakout led to a goal from CAS at the opposite end. Kobe, Angus and Antony took part in the match, but Matteo sat out game one, having entered the tournament recovering from a training accident. No further goals were forthcoming with CAS winning 1-0.

All 5 Riverview players were involved in the second match, but unfortunately, GPS were towelled up by AICES, who won 3-0.

Game three went better for the GPS with Matteo providing assists to the first two goals on the GPS team's way to a 4-2 victory.

The first match on Day 2 saw the GPS squad pitted against the hitherto undefeated ISA team. The GPS played their best game of the tournament, with the Riverview field players contributing, although Antony was left out for the entirety of the final match. It wasn’t until late in the game that the GPS team broke the deadlock and hung on to win 1-0.

The final game ended in a 4-1 win, bringing the tournament to a positive conclusion for the GPS team.

The Riverview boys contributed well to their team. Kobe chased, competed, defended and distributed effectively. Angus let no one pass and overlapped forward when the opportunity arose to add to the team’s attacking options. Matteo’s accurate delivery contributed to goal-scoring opportunities, and his athleticism ran down opposition raids. Sam caused havoc in the opponents’ defence and created numerous chances. Antony was solid at the back, cleaning up inbound threats, marshalling the defence and distributing incisively.

Boarding

Update from Year 9 Boarding

MR ALEXANDER KERTESZ, YEAR 9 HEAD OF DIVISION

It has been a positive and vibrant start to the year in the Year 9 Boarding division at Riverview. Being new to the division myself, I am grateful for the warm welcome extended to me by our boys, families, and the wider school community. That same genuine hospitality has embraced our 14 new boarders, who have settled into their home away from home.

Term 1 was all about connection and rhythm. Staff and students spent time navigating new routines and getting to know each other. Of course, we balanced the onboarding with plenty of fun, making brilliant memories such as during a day out at Raging Waters and enjoying the sunshine and fresh calamari during our Year 9 BBQ Boat Trip. As we transitioned into Term 2, our focus shifted toward character development and navigating the modern world. We began working on our in-house pastoral initiative, the Men of Honour program. The boys were captivated by an enthusiastic presentation from Glen Gerreyn, who spoke powerfully about the vital rites of passage from boyhood to manhood. We have since begun unpacking these insights in reflective focus group workshops.

In step with the digital age and coinciding with the month of AI, the boys also heard from Mrs Deb Williams. She delivered a timely session on how to leverage generative AI responsibly, framing it as a tool to support and enhance the boys' study practices.

I am immensely proud of the growth our young men have already shown, and grateful for our staff and the care they provide the boys day in and day out. I look forward to everything the rest of the year has in store for us.

Boarder Parents Function | Tickets available now

Boarding parents and carers are warmly invited to join College leaders for a relaxed and enjoyable evening on Friday 24 July at 6.00pm, in the foyer of Ramsay Hall.

Enjoy drinks and canapés in a fun, social atmosphere, bringing our boarding families together for great company, connection, and plenty of laughs.

CLICK HERE to purchase your tickets and confirm your attendance.

Performing Arts

Our Intermediate Theatresports team is heading to the Semi Finals!

FINN SENIOR, YEAR 9

This past Monday, our Intermediate State Theatresport team competed at Monte Sant Angelo Mercy College against seven other schools for a chance to advance to the semi-finals. The team consists of Finn Senior (OWE) and Tom Carseldine (ROM), William Carney (OWE), Thomas Saadat (DAL), and Wilbur Lusher (CAM). The senior theatresports team had competed well the week before, but our team exceeded expectations and finished 3rd overall. We have been working hard all term in preparation for this heat, and we are thrilled with the result.

Theatresports is a team improv competition; each team plays 1-minute, 2-minute, and 3-minute game rounds. However, the teams also partake in an open scene at this comp. There are multiple games per round, each with different rules that affect the scenes created. A host provides the prompt to the team before they begin, and a 5-second team talk will follow before they play. A game cannot be selected more than twice, and judges assign scores on a scale of 1-5 for entertainment, technique, and narrative (storytelling). It was our team’s 4th round (3-minute game) that got us over the line in the end. It was even more impressive, considering we were unable to play our first-choice game in the final round. We had such a great time and encourage anyone who can to support our Senior Team at the Semi Finals at Sydney Grammar next week, Monday, and our Intermediate team in our Semi Finals at St. Augustine's on the 9th of June.

We extend a special thanks to all the boys, family, friends and teachers who were there to see our team at Monte. Thank you to Claire Lusher for helping with transport and to our coaches, Mrs Wentriro, Mrs Ellis, Mr Heydon and Ms Stern for all their support and time

Theatresports is challenging and incredibly hard to do well. You need to be able to get up on stage, think on the spot, plan an entire scene in 5 seconds, work from ideas, and not freeze when alone on stage. We are proud of our courage to perform at this level. We highly recommend that year 7-8 students sign up for Junior Theatresports starting in Week 8. It’s a lot of fun, you learn so much from it, you build teamworking skills, confidence, and it’s another way for you to hang out with your friends and make new ones.

So get down to Sydney Grammar and Saint Augustine’s to cheer for our Theatresports teams in their semi-finals!

Senior Theatresports Semi Final:
Team: Oli Schmidt, Harry Johnston, Bede Egerton-Warburton, Benny Dickinson, Hugh Wentriro
Where: Sydney Grammar
When: Monday, 1st June, 7pm-9pm
Tickets: Purchase at the door: $10/$15

Intermediate Theatresports Semi Final:
Team: Finn Senior, Tom Carseldine, William Carney, Thomas Saadat and Wilbur Lusher.
Where: Saint Augustine’s
When: Tuesday, 9th June, 7pm-9pm
Tickets: Purchase at the door: $10/$15

Singin' in the Rain Jr | 2 more performances!

MR PETER WATTERS, HEAD OF FACULTY - MUSIC

Opening night of Riverview’s Junior Musical, Singin' in the Rain Jr , was a tremendous success, with audiences enjoying a lively and entertaining evening filled with outstanding performances, energetic dance numbers and plenty of laughter.

With two performances still remaining tonight (Friday) and Saturday at 7:30pm, we encourage families and friends to secure their tickets before they sell out and support our students as they continue this wonderful production run. Don’t miss the opportunity to enjoy a fantastic evening of entertainment and celebrate the creativity, commitment and enthusiasm of our young performers.

Final tickets can be purchased HERE.

Community News

Hunters Hill Wharf Closure

Please note that Hunters Hill Wharf will be temporarily closed from Monday, 15 June to Friday, 26 June for maintenance. Walk 450 metres to the nearest bus stop on Ferry Street to catch a bus to the city.

Plan ahead at https://transportnsw.info/

2026 Bursary Appeal - Light the Way

MR IAN LAWTON, HEAD OF PHILANTHROPY

This year’s Bursary Appeal, Light the Way , invites our community to support students who rely on bursary assistance to attend Riverview. I warmly encourage you to watch Alex Fry’s story and consider making a donation.

Recently, we met with Alex Fry (OR2015) to record his reflections on the impact Riverview has had on his life. What struck me most was not simply what he has achieved since leaving school, but how clearly he could articulate the influence the College continues to have on him.

Alex grew up in Yass and arrived at Riverview as a young boarder, far from home. He quickly found what so many students before him have discovered: strong relationships, high expectations, and a community that believed in him.

His teachers and coaches consistently encouraged him to “ give it my best go ”. Over time, those words helped shape something deeper; a lasting confidence in his own potential.

Through life in the Boarding House, sport, and friendships, Alex developed resilience, independence and leadership. By Year 12, he had grown into a leader among his peers and was appointed Boarding House Proctor.

Reflecting on his time at Riverview, Alex said:

“The sense of discipline gave me the confidence to believe I could achieve much more than I thought possible. And the community is something I still feel strongly connected to today.”

After graduating, Alex remained closely connected to the College, returning to coach rugby while completing his university studies. Today, he continues to reflect with gratitude on the opportunities made possible through the Bursary Program.

Last year, Alex became a bursary donor himself; a powerful expression of the generosity that sustains this program.

The Riverview Bursary Program exists entirely because of the support of our community. Each bursary represents belief in a young person’s potential and in the transformative power of a Jesuit education. Importantly, Riverview does not offer talent-based scholarships. Instead, donations are directed to funding means-tested bursaries; because scholarships are about the school, but bursaries are about the boy.

Alex’s story is one of many. Together, through this year’s appeal, we can continue to light the way for the next generation.

Watch Alex’s story and donate to the Bursary Program HERE .

A conversation with Yasmin London

MRS GABBY SMITH, DEPUTY PRINCIPAL STUDENTS

Parents and carers are warmly invited to join an important and timely session with leading digital safety expert, Yasmin London, on parenting young men in the age of AI and digital media:

6pm-7:30pm Wednesday 3 June, Ramsay Hall
RSVP HERE

Drawing on her real-world expertise in the complex challenges of digital culture and the wellbeing of young people, Yasmin will offer practical insights into the influences shaping adolescent identity, attitudes, and relationships. Parents will discover:

- What is actually going on in your son’s online world right now
- When gaming becomes a problem worth acting on
- How your son is using AI and its potential risks
- Practical and realistic strategies that can be immediately applied

With Yasmin’s experience advising schools, governments, and global technology platforms, the evening promises to be engaging, thought-provoking, and highly relevant for all families navigating the opportunities and challenges of raising young men in today’s digital landscape.

A livestream link will be made available for boarding families.

Juana Network | Amplifying Women’s Voices: Literary Power, Representation, and the Women’s Prize for Fiction

MS NATALIE BAINES, HEAD OF PROFESSIONAL LEARNING

The Women’s Prize for Fiction is one of the most successful, influential, and popular literary prizes in the world, championing and amplifying women’s voices and nurturing a global community of readers.

Women’s voices in literature are essential for reshaping cultural narratives, challenging dominant perspectives, and broadening collective understanding of human experience. Prizes such as the Women’s Prize for Fiction play a critical role in addressing historical inequities in publishing by elevating diverse female authors and fostering a global literary community. Through recognition and visibility, these platforms ensure that women’s stories, across cultures, identities, and lived realities, are not marginal but central to contemporary literary discourse.

This year’s shortlist spans an incredible breadth of themes, geographies, time periods, and literary styles. The six shortlisted novels each interrogate the roles women play in society and the power they hold, exploring themes of agency, human connection, and the joy of literature.

The full list in alphabetical order by author surname is:

Flashlight by Susan Choi (Jonathan Cape, Vintage, Penguin Random House UK)
Dominion by Addie E. Citchens (Europa Editions UK)
The Correspondent by Virginia Evans (Michael Joseph, Penguin Random House UK)
The Mercy Step by Marcia Hutchinson (Cassava Republic Press)
Kingfisher by Rozie Kelly (Saraband)
Heart the Lover by Lily King (Canongate)

We invited all staff to join us in reading the shortlisted books and engaging with the judging process before the announcement of the winner on Thursday 11 June. This is an opportunity to come together to celebrate women writers and connect with others in our community through the power of words and literature.

We look forward to discussing the winner in the next weeks.

Parents and Friends Great Autumn Regatta

MR JIM BUSTEED, ASSISTANT ROWING SPC

Last Sunday, after a month of training on the Lane Cove River, the Riverview parents and friends of Rowing competed in the Great Autumn Regatta hosted by Pymble Ladies' College.

Twenty-two eights from seven schools, including King's, Newington and PLC competed, with Riverview boating seven crews.

The Riverview crews shone on the day, taking the Gold Medal in both the Men's and Women's events with four crews making the A Final.

All parents had an amazing experience, making new friends and connecting with old ones, and had a first-hand opportunity to see what is involved in Rowing and what the sport offers their sons at Riverview.

Christopher Brennan Library

What's new at the Christopher Brennan Library?

MS JENNIFER POCKNALL, LIBRARIAN

What’s new?

The Lost Voices of Pompeii tells the stories of seven people on their last day in Pompeii. Drawing on the latest archaeological discoveries, Dr Jess Venner brings the ancient streets to life through the eyes of those who lived, worked, loved, and ultimately met their fate in Pompeii. Here is a community more complex, diverse and human than we ever imagined.

What’s on?

The library is hosting a competition - Spot the Bot

Two well-known authors have generously given us a passage of writing to use, one is fiction and the other non-fiction. Similar passages have been generated using AI.

To enter the competition, students and staff need to read a hard copy of the pieces in the library.

This critical reading competition requires you to decide which version of the same event or situation was written by a human and which was created by generative AI. After identifying “the heart behind the words”, you then need to justify your decision. Critical thinking lies not just in spotting the differences but in explaining why they matter. (For transparency, Microsoft Copilot was used to generate each AI extract, in line with the College’s AI guidance.)

Prayers

Ross Morrow (OR1968) passed away on 21 April 2026

Ross is the younger brother of Melvyn Morrow who was a well-known teacher at Riverview and Donna Lukas. He was grand-uncle to AJ Lukas (current Year 8 student) and Charles Lukas (Year 6 student). May he rest in peace.

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