Earlier this week, we celebrated the feast day of Saint Alberto Hurtado, a Jesuit who lived and worked in Santiago, Chile in the 20th century. Fr Alberto had a deep love of the poor and a thirst for social transformation, establishing El Hogar de Cristo, the Home of Christ, a charity which focused on addressing the issue of homelessness. This work continues today as one of the largest charities in Chile.

Alberto came from an aristocratic background, however, his father died when he was four and his mother had to sell the family farm to cover the family debts. Along with his brother and mother, Alberto found a home with different relatives, but they had to move from relative to relative from time to time. From early on in life, he knew what it was to be poor, and, in turn, it profoundly influenced his later ministry.

Alberto was given a bursary to attend the Jesuit high school in Santiago, named after Saint Ignatius. While he felt called to become a Jesuit, upon graduation he studied to become a lawyer and worked part-time in the afternoons and evenings to help support his mother and brother.

In 1923, at the age of 22, he joined the Jesuits and undertook his studies for the priesthood in Argentina and Barcelona. The Jesuits were suppressed in Spain in 1931, so he finished his studies at Louvain in Belgium. He was ordained a priest in 1933 and then completed a doctorate in pedagogy and psychology.

Upon returning to Santiago, he taught religion at his old school, Saint Ignatius and lectured in pedagogy at the Catholic University of Santiago. He was a popular retreat giver and he led his students in undertaking various works of service within the city.

In 1941, he was invited to become the director of Catholic Action , a youth movement in Chile. He served in this role for a number of years. In 1944 he was preaching a retreat to women and he invited the retreatants to think of the people in the city living in poverty, especially those who were homeless. One of the retreatants was so moved that she made a donation to Alberto that enabled him to begin his charity – Hogar de Cristo, the Home of Christ. This movement was inspired by the work of Fr Flanagan and his establishment of Boys Town in the USA. Fr Hurtado had come across this when he was undertaking some studies at the Catholic University of America in Washington, DC and living with the Jesuit Community at Georgetown University. The Archdiocese of Omaha has opened the beatification process for Fr Flanagan. Earlier this year, Pope Leo recognised the heroic virtues of Fr Flanagan’s life, and he was recognised as being Venerable, the last step before being beatified.

In the years the followed, Fr Alberto set up shelters for homeless children. It is estimated that between 1945 and his death in 1951, 850,000 children received some help from Fr Alberto and his companions. He was known for the green pick up truck that he bought in 1946; it would be seen each night, driving through the streets to assist those who needed help.

The Church’s social teaching and a thirst for social justice were key motivators in the life and ministry of Fr Alberto. From 1947 onwards, he became involved in the labour movement in Chile. He helped form the leaders of the labour movement in the social teachings of the Church. He authored three books – Social Humanism , the Christian Social Order and Trade Unions . He also established a periodical magazine, Mensaje ( or Message), to help deepen people’s understanding of faith and the connection to social justice.

Sadly, in May 1952 he was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. Alberto died three months later on 18 August 1952. At the time of his death, he was recognised as a national hero within Chile for his “Christ-like love of the poor” and the extraordinary good he contributed to Chilean society. There is a metro station in Santiago named after him.

Yesterday, Jesse Gray, our 2018 College Captain, flew to the United States of America to enter the Jesuit novitiate in Syracuse, New York. We do not have a novitiate in Australia. Another former student of mine from Xavier College, Anton d’Amico, is entering his second year of novitiate in Birmingham in the United Kingdom. It is the English-speaking novitiate for Western Europe, and it is full this year, with 8 first novices entering from France. This is why Jesse has been missioned to begin his Jesuit life in the USA East Province novitiate. We give thanks to God for Jesse’s generous and courageous yes to God’s invitation to explore religious life. As Jesse begins his Jesuit formation, our prayers and best wishes are extended to him.

Wishing you all every blessing.

From our Principal

Mid-point of Term 3

MR MARK TANNOCK

Remarkably, we are at the mid-point of Term 3 at the College. Our Year 12s continue with their Trial HSC Examinations and the College has been pleased with the commitment shown by the Class of 2026 to their studies. When they return to classes on 31 August, they will then undertake three weeks of further learning before the Valete celebrations in Week 10 of this term.

There will be a temptation for these and others to relax after the Trials, especially if they are receiving early offers for university placements. However, we strongly encourage each young man to maintain his commitment until his final HSC examination. The period between the Trials and the HSC is particularly important as it relates to academic performance. There is much that can be achieved if he remains committed.

We saw the virtue of commitment on full display last weekend in the final round of AAGPS fixtures to complete the 2026 winter sporting season. We are grateful to and proud of all our students who participated in the AAGPS winter sporting season. Congratulations to all. Early in the day at Newington College, our 1st and 2nd XI Football teams played valiantly in their final games before going down to the eventual premier in both competitions.

At the end of the day, our senior Rugby teams performed admirably in front of a very large crowd because of our host’s ‘Back to Newington’ Day. We are grateful to our friends at Newington for their warm hospitality.

_{Left: 1st XV, co-premiers with Newington Right: 2nd XV, co-premiers with Joeys}

Our 2nd XV won a co-premiership (shared with St Joseph’s College) as a result of a convincing victory in which they played with distinctive composure. Our 1st XV came from behind to win 50-47 in a remarkable game of sport. Our team was behind by 11 points with limited time to play before scoring and converting two thrilling tries. It was a genuine privilege to be there, and we are honoured to share the premiership with a very deserving Newington College.

At the commencement of the season, I asked all students representing the College to do so with humble excellence. All of our senior rugby players responded to this call. This quality is perhaps best exemplified by the 1st XV Captain Isaac Perkins and the young man who scored the winning try – Jack Plamondon . Issac and Jack are impressive young men who will be remembered for their sporting prowess, but they will be especially remembered as humble and gracious. Young men who are authentic and gentle in their relationships. Young men for others.

We are proud of sporting achievements because they demonstrate a willingness to commit and to cultivate one’s gifts. For Riverview, success is never an end in itself. It is a happy by-product of doing things well and being grateful for the gifts that God has bestowed upon us. We don’t seek to create shortcuts to success, because we just don’t think it is worth it. Sport is a means to mission.

Thank you to the boys for their willingness to cultivate and share their athletic gifts.

1st XV

James Hannaford
George Wormwell
Seb Conna
Hunter Reich
Tomma Tancred
Samuel Bull
Leo Hill
Isaac Perkins
Hugh Gacitua
Billy Bowen
Ned Attrill
Archie Hartman
Taj Scarr
Archer Mason
Jack Plamondon
Henri Dempsey

2nd XV

Jimmy Croall
Charlie Kimmins
Billy O'Hara
Paddy Phillips
Henry McRae
Harrison Polin
Riley Martin
Tom Symons
Andrew Larkin
Jagger Short
Henry Salter
Hudson Nichols
Albert Yuille
Samuel Barry
James Davis
James Hallam
Henry Perkins
Oliver Burgess

From the P&F

P&F Update - Term 3, Week 5

MRS CLAUDIA McINERNEY, P&F PRESIDENT 2026

The changeover week from winter Saturday sports brings a little downtime for some families and, hopefully, more focus on other parts of the curriculum! Congratulations to all the boys and coaching staff on incredible seasons across the fields, pitches and courts.

The weather held off for the Athletics Carnivals for Regis and the Senior School, and our SnowSports team have been conquering the mountain at Perisher for the State InterSchools SnowSports Championships this week. Congratulations to the boys, and thank you to Anthony Cook, the College staff, and the amazing parents who braved the cold to support them.

The P&F Committee and YGCs are planning the final two terms of events and activities — see upcoming events below — including the City Country Dads & Carers' Dinner (4 September) and the Jesuit Mission Bazaar (12 September). This year the P&F will host the famous Regis Lolly Stand, the P&F Merchandise Stand, the Boarder Stall, and the View Café. More information and requests for volunteers will be distributed next week.

Wishing our Year 6 mums a wonderful weekend away in the Blue Mountains, and our Year 12 and accelerating Year 11 students continued support during their Trials over the coming weeks.

Annual City Country Fathers & Carers' Dinner - Ticket sales close today!

Building on the special traditions of Saint Ignatius’ College Riverview, please join us at the annual Fathers and Carers' Dinner as we celebrate the wonderful father figures in the community.

Date: Friday 4th September, 6 - 11pm
Location: Dockside, Cockle Bay, Sydney CBD
Tickets: $150pp, includes three-course meal and alcoholic/soft beverages
RSVP: ticket sales close today, Friday 21st August - purchase here .

Guests will be seated with their son’s year group - please nominate which year group you would like to sit with. Attendees can purchase up to four tickets in one transaction, with that group seated together.

Please direct questions to the organising committee via PandFPresident@riverview.nsw.edu.au

Our traditional blazer pocket was painted by Trish Crampton, a Sydney-based painter and a graduate of Sydney College of the Arts. Trish is a past parent of graduates Oliver and Jack who graduated in 2018.

P&F Blue Raffle Prizes

Our Annual Blue Raffle (August/September) will launch next week. Thank you to all the families who have contributed incredible prizes for this important fundraising activity. It’s not too late if you do have any ideas or donations. Prizes include holiday homes, money-can't-buy experiences and tickets, sporting memorabilia, local services (beauty, gyms), fashion and accessories, wine packages, and business vouchers. Based on previous years, we can guarantee great coverage to a captive target audience and many happy winners!

All profits from the P&F fundraising go to the College Foundation Bursary Fund and to capital projects.

Please email PandFPresident@riverview.nsw.edu.au with any contributions or questions.

Year 5 Mothers & Carers' Lunch

What a wonderful afternoon we had at our Year 5 Mothers & Carers Lunch last Friday!

More than 80 mothers and carers came together at the beautiful Woolly Bay Hotel for an afternoon of great company, delicious food and plenty of fun. We were also blessed with gorgeous sunshine, with the sun streaming through the windows and beautiful views across Woolloomooloo Bay and the Finger Wharfs.

The room looked absolutely beautiful, with gorgeous florals adding a lovely touch. The afternoon began with drinks on arrival before everyone settled in for a delicious sit-down lunch.

It was a fantastic opportunity to relax, catch up and get to know other Year 5 mums and carers. Fun was certainly had by all, and it was a wonderful way to spend a sunny Friday afternoon together!

A heartfelt thanks to our wonderful Year 5 co-ordinators, Anna Longley and Andrina Graham, for planning such a special day for the Year 5 mums at the start of their Riverview journey.

P&F dates for your diary

Community events are the best way to stay connected with each other and we look forward to seeing you, whether on the sidelines, at the Music Gala evening, the First Friday Masses, the Jesuit Bazaar, the City Country Fathers & Carers' Dinner, or at one of your year group events! Click to see the many events happening in our community:

Year 6 Mums/Carers' Weekend Away (Leura/Blue Mountains) - Fri 21 August - Sun 23 August. Info HERE .
Year 10 Winter Drinks at the Greenwood Chapel - Fri 28 August - Tickets on sale HERE .
P&F First Friday Mass (hosted by Year 10, all welcome) - Fri 4 September
City Country Fathers + Carers' Dinner - Fri 4 September. Ticket sales close today HERE .
Year 8 Casual catch-up at the Diddy - Sat 5 September 5-8pm (note new time). RSVP HERE .
Jesuit Mission Bazaar - Sat 12 September
Year 5 Dad/Carer & Son Camping Trip - Sat 17 - Sun 18 October. See tickets HERE .
P&F First Friday Mass (hosted by Year 7, all welcome) - Friday 6 November

We look forward to seeing you at these events!

Regis Campus

Regis Athletics & BPSSA Carnivals

MRS CAITLIN REMEEUS, DIRECTOR OF REGIS CAMPUS

On Tuesday, the clouds parted, and Regis embraced every moment on First Field. The Regis Athletics Carnival was a fantastic celebration of participation, perseverance and Homeroom spirit.

From the 100m and 200m sprints and full participation in the 800m middle-distance races to long jump, high jump, shot put, and novelty events, students demonstrated determination, resilience, and sportsmanship. It was wonderful to see boys encouraging their peers, celebrating personal achievements and proudly representing their homeroom. Today, Regis hosted the Brothers carnival. It was a great opportunity to get ready for IPSHA. We thank Mr Balkin for organising both carnivals.

We would also like to congratulate our AFL team who made it to the semi -finals in the Paul Kelly Sydney North finals and congratulations to CIS rugby representatives, Finn M, Jax A, Edward G, Lachlan M and Kingston D who won the PSSA Rugby cup. We are pleased to note, Finn M has been chosen to represent PSSA rugby. We wish Edward G and Kingston D all the best in PSSA touch next week in Coffs Harbour.

And finally, well done to our band students who were awarded a silver award last Sunday at the Australian School Band and Orchestra Festival.

It has certainly been a full week at Regis and a wonderful reminder of striving to be our best both on and off the field.

Alex Noble at Regis for Book Week

RAPH, REGIS CAPTAIN

As part of Book Week celebrations, Regis students were captivated by Old Boy Alex Noble, who wrote I Fight, You Fight . He captured the hearts of the Regis students.

On Wednesday morning, Mrs Remeeus introduced Alex Noble to Regis. She referred to him as a shining star.

We were incredibly lucky to hear from Alex Noble. He made a big impact on us. Alex shared his inspiring story of resilience, how he coped in hospital and how he managed life with gratitude and courage. His talk encourages us to think differently about the challenges we face in our own lives. He told us to look at challenges as a positive and embrace them.

One of the biggest messages Alex spoke about was how fortunate we are. He challenged us to appreciate the simple things we often take for granted, such as our families, friends, a good night's sleep, our bed, our friends and even a meal prepared for us at home. His message reminded us that happiness can often be found in the ordinary moments of everyday life, and we should appreciate normal life.

Alex also encouraged us to aim high and always strive to be our best. He spoke about facing challenges with a positive mindset and not being afraid to take risks or step outside our comfort zones. Whether in sport, the classroom or on the playground, Alex reminded us that growth comes from giving our best effort and learning from setbacks.

Another powerful message was about standing up for others. Alex spoke about the importance of being an upstander rather than a bystander when someone is being treated unfairly. His words challenged us to show kindness, support our peers and make a positive difference in the lives of others.

Alex's visit left a lasting impression on the Regis boys. His courage, positivity and determination showed us that while life will always have its ups and downs, our attitude and mindset can make all the difference, and we should be grateful because we are lucky. We thank Alex for sharing his story and inspiring us to appreciate life, embrace challenges and be the very best versions of ourselves. On behalf of Regis, we want to thank Alex for being a bright, shining star and thank the Regis librarians for organising his visit.

Ignatian Centre

Seeking Donations of Books for Cambodia Immersion

MS REBECCA MARREN & MS SHARON BIGNOLD

Riverview has strong relationships with overseas communities through our Immersion Programs. One important relationship is with our Cambodian brothers and sisters, where, through Immersions and a weekly online reading program, Riverview students help break the cycle of poverty through learning English.

One key organisation Riverview works with is The Matesabroad Foundation, and Louise MacNamara, the Program Manager, is seeking our help.

Each year she takes our Year 11 boys on an immersion to Cambodia, and each boy teaches a different storybook. She has prepared extensive resources using each story as a springboard. The Khmer teachers will then use those books and resources as a library lesson. At present, they do not have enough copies of each book for the Khmer schools.

To that end, we would like to know whether any families have the following popular books in good condition that they no longer need.

These are the books we need:

Are You My Mother? – P.D. Eastman
Bears in the Night – Stan and Jan Berenstain
Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? – Bill Martin Jr. (illustrated by Eric Carle)
Edward the Emu – Sheena Knowles (illustrated by Rod Clement)
Harry the Dirty Dog – Gene Zion (illustrated by Margaret Bloy Graham)
Hattie and the Fox – Mem Fox
I Wish That I Had Duck Feet – Dr. Seuss (writing as Theo LeSieg)
It's Not Easy Being a Bunny – Marilyn Sadler
Monkey Puzzle – Julia Donaldson (illustrated by Axel Scheffler)
Mr McGee and the Big Bag of Bread – Pamela Allen
Oh Dear, Look What I Got! – Michael Rosen (illustrated by Helen Oxenbury)
Pig the Winner – Aaron Blabey
Put Me in the Zoo – Robert Lopshire
Rainbow Fish – Marcus Pfister
Stick Man – Julia Donaldson (illustrated by Axel Scheffler)
The Best Nest – P.D. Eastman
The Bike Lesson – Stan and Jan Berenstain
The Gruffalo – Julia Donaldson (illustrated by Axel Scheffler)
The Magic Hat – Mem Fox
The Smartest Giant in Town – Julia Donaldson (illustrated by Axel Scheffler)
The Very Busy Spider – Eric Carle
The Very Lazy Ladybird – Isobel Finn (illustrated by Jack Tickle)
We're Going on a Bear Hunt – Michael Rosen (illustrated by Helen Oxenbury)
Wombat Stew – Marcia K. Vaughan
Wacky Wednesday – Dr. Seuss (writing as Theo LeSieg)
The Bears' Holiday – Stan and Jan Berenstain
The Very Hungry Caterpillar – Eric Carle
Macca the Alpaca – Matt Cosgrove

Please be aware IT IS THESE BOOKS ONLY - (no other titles are needed at this stage) and we are looking for them to be in good condition. This is a great way to help our brothers and sisters in Cambodia, as well as care for our common home by reusing unwanted books from the list above.

If you can help, please bring your donations to the Dalton House Office in the Senior School OR Ms Bignold’s Homeroom at Regis. Please bring in your donations by the end of October.

Teaching and Learning

Science Week Comes to Life with a Reptile Park Incursion

MS URSULA SEQUEIRA, ASSISTANT HEAD OF FACULTY - SCIENCE

As part of National Science Week "Seeds of Science: Nurturing knowledge for all", our Year 8 and Year 9 students at Riverview had the exciting opportunity to take part in a hands-on Reptile Park incursion on Monday 17 August in the Gartlan. The experience brought science to life as students explored the fascinating world of animal evolution, survival and adaptation.

The sessions explored the evolution of animals over approximately 370 million years, beginning with amphibians and tracing the development and diversity of reptiles and other animals. Students were introduced to an amazing range of live animals, including cane toads, turtles, star tortoises, blue-tongue lizards, shingleback lizards, pythons, an alligator and even a baby crocodile.

The park rangers used these animals to demonstrate how species have evolved and adapted over time to survive in different environments. Students were able to observe the animals up close while learning about their physical characteristics, behaviours and adaptations. The presentations provided a wonderful opportunity for students to connect the concepts they learn in Science with real-life examples of evolution and survival.

A highlight of the incursion was the opportunity for students to touch and interact with all these the animals. Students were encouraged to ask questions, and the park rangers shared fascinating information about each animal, creating an engaging and interactive learning experience.

The enthusiasm and curiosity of our students were evident throughout the sessions. They thoroughly enjoyed this unique opportunity to experience science beyond the classroom and develop a greater appreciation of the incredible diversity of life on Earth.

The Reptile Park incursion was a wonderful way to celebrate National Science Week, combining curriculum learning with an unforgettable, hands-on experience that students will remember for years to come.

Year 9 Global Studies and Environments | Model UN

MS MADISON LAWRENCE, TEACHER

Year 9 Global Studies and Environments students have been participating in a Model United Nations (MUN) program, stepping into the role of international delegates and representing countries from around the world. After researching their assigned nation, students debated a range of important global issues, including environmental sustainability and women's rights, while advocating from their country's perspective. Throughout the experience, students demonstrated excellent preparation, thoughtful engagement, and a strong respect for differing viewpoints. We are incredibly proud of the maturity and collaboration all students showed as they worked together to explore complex global challenges.

Student Voice

"Participating in the Global Studies Model UN was a fantastic experience. It gave me the opportunity to learn more about the United Nations while also having fun. Through debates with my classmates, I was able to engage with important global issues that I may not have otherwise explored. Representing Latvia and considering different perspectives helped me develop my research, communication, and critical thinking skills. It was an enjoyable learning experience, and I would highly recommend it to others. " – Harry C, Y9

New Horizons - Year 12 English Extension Revision Series

MS NATALIE BAINES, ENGLISH FACULTY

Every world on the page is an act of construction. What we encounter as the space and place within an imaginative text is built through accumulative decisions: what to include or withhold, what to amplify or leave unspoken, whose experience to select and whose to elide. This complex relationship between writer, text and reader is the spine of the Common Module, Literary Worlds. Across our recent twilight Revision Series, we wanted our English Extension students to discover that relationship through the reflections of writers, rather than merely define it as an abstraction to be recalled in examinations.

In the first lecture, drawing on her upcoming memoir Buckets of Hope and her own experience of conflict, Abang Othow spoke about building a world from the reality she had lived through, and the weight of that responsibility: a duty to those who cannot tell their own stories, and a refusal to reshape their pain into something a reader might more easily accept. To reconstruct war, she reminded us, is to decide whose suffering is brought inside the world and whose is left at its margins, which lives are individuated and which are absorbed into the collective.

In the second session, Kate Horan, author of The Inheritance and On the Edge , turned that thinking toward the craft of writing itself. She spoke about voice, identity and viewpoint as a writer's deliberate choice, focusing on who is granted interiority and who is left at its threshold, observed but never inhabited. Everything, she suggested, follows from selection: whose consciousness the story occupies, and therefore what the reader is permitted to know, to feel and to disregard. Hearing an accomplished novelist describe these as deliberate acts of worldbuilding changed how our students read the texts before them and how they approach their own creative writing. Point of view was understood not simply as a device to identify, but as a question of authorial intention.

These sessions reminded us that the module asks for more than critical analysis: a literary world carries the imprint of its writer and the values built into its architecture.

The rubric for the module speaks of literary worlds opening "new horizons": not the promise of unfamiliar places, but a challenge to see the world differently. There is something deeply Ignatian in this discernment, which honours the dignity of each person represented. Learning to ask whose voice a world carries and whose it silences is not only preparation for examinations, but a habit of attention that reaches beyond the page.

We express our sincere gratitude to our Riverview parents Abang Othow and Kate Horan for generously sharing their writing lives with our students.

Co-Curriculum

Summer Sport Selection Update

MR ANDREW SZABO, HEAD OF SPORT

A reminder that summer sport selections are open on Clipboard, allowing families to register for the upcoming season. This process needs to be completed as quickly as possible so that we can declare teams, staffing, and training schedules.

Before making your selection, please carefully read the detailed information provided in the activity description and season outline. At the end of the registration process, you will also be required to acknowledge several important conditions by selecting the relevant checkboxes.

Please note that Basketball, Golf, Sailing and Tennis have strict participation limits due to available facilities and the number of teams fielded by other schools. If an activity has reached capacity, students will need to select another sport.

Rowing is open for all students to select; however, ergometer trials will be conducted to determine places in each year-group squad. Families of students who are not selected for a squad will be contacted and asked to return to Clipboard to choose another activity.

Year 11 students are entering their final year and may elect to participate in only one sporting season across the school year. They may therefore apply for either a summer or winter sport exemption. This exemption can only be accessed by selecting the sport exemption link in Clipboard. If an exemption is not selected, the system will record that no choice has been made.

Once an activity has been selected, the choice will be locked in. If you need to change a selection, please contact me so that the original choice can be removed before another selection is made.

All students must be registered for a sport utilising the Clipboard system. Under no circumstances are students allowed to turn up to a summer sport trial without prior registration by parents. This process will allow us to estimate numbers of teams, coaches required and training schedules.

Clipboard can be accessed via the College App or CLICK HERE.

The Football Report | 15th August

MR PETER STEFFAN, SENIOR FOOTBALL TEAMS MANAGER

1st XI GPS Round 7, August 15, Buchanan Field, Newington College.

Riverview 1 (Sam Rowe) defeated by NC 4.

Riverview’s 1st XI faced the same scenario as the 2nds when they faced the formidable Newington College on their home pitch in the final match of the season – the last hurrah for Year 12 students. A win was a requirement to join Newington at the top of the table, but came with the knowledge that a victory over Sydney Grammar would allow them to leapfrog both teams and take the Premiership.

The match followed the early pattern of the Second XI match, with Newington scoring virtually from the kick-off, Riverview equalising shortly after and Newington scoring again to take the lead. Sam Rowe, having earned promotion to the 1st team, was on the spot to score the equaliser. While all this was going on, Captain Angus, who had been battling injury since the Grammar match at the end of Term 2, was forced from the field early in the piece to spend an extended and frustrating period looking on but unable to join the fray. Riverview got the ball into the net to equalise again, but the goal was disallowed. This was a telling blow to the team, and they found it difficult to recover. Had the goal stood, the rest of the match may have unfolded differently.

The teams went to the break at 2-1 to the home side. In the second half both teams strove to assert their dominance over the opponent. It was not until well into the half that Newington were able to find another goal, increasing the steepness of the hill that the Riverview boys had to climb. Unfortunately for those clad in blue, on the field and over the sideline, they were not able to reach the summit. Newington scored another late goal to replicate the score in the GPS Plate Final played in May. This result secured the Premiership for Newington, despite Grammar having won their match. Congratulations to the Newington 1st XI on their undefeated defence of the Premiership.

2nd XI GPS Round 7, August 15, Buchanan Field, Newington College.

Riverview 2 (James Stack, Marcus El Haddad) defeated by NC 4.

The ultimate match of the 2nd XI GPS football season brought together the long-term powerhouses of GPS football under cloudy skies at Back to Newington Day. In the 2nd XI Premiership race, Newington held first place with Shore School in second and Riverview a close third. If Riverview could secure victory and Shore fail to do so, then SIC and NC would have shared a joint Premiership.

The game commenced at a hectic pace, with Newington opening the scoring in the third minute, Marcus El Haddad equalising in the fifth minute and Newington scoring again almost immediately. That’s the way the score remained until half-time despite the enthusiastic efforts of both teams to add to their tally of goals. Play continued at a fast pace, with no quarter asked or given as time wore on. At half-time, Coach Casali urged the players to commit fully to the effort, assuring them they had the quality to match their opponent as long as they had the desire and put in the required effort.

Ten minutes into the second half, James Stack scored the important equaliser – his third match on the scorer’s sheet in a row – and for the next twenty minutes play ebbed and flowed as both teams strove to break the deadlock. As the clock ran down and the pressure to claim the win intensified, the Riverview team pushed forward. Unfortunately, the boys couldn't find a way through the watertight defence that had seen Newington concede only 2 goals in the previous 6 rounds of the competition. In the shadows of the finish, Newington was able to find another goal and then a fourth in the dying stages of the game. The 4-2 victory provided the competition points Newington needed to stave off the challenge mounted by both Riverview and the Shore School and secure the Premiership for them. Congratulations to the Newington 2nd XI, worthy Premiers in the 2026 season.

Read the full Football Report HERE .

The Rugby Report | Premiership Wins!

MR CRAIG MORRISON, RUGBY SPC

Now that the dust has settled after the roller coaster of emotions last Saturday afternoon, we can perhaps begin to reflect on a season that has had it all - the good, the not-so-good, the history-breaking, the heart-wrenching, the exquisite, the clunky and the miraculous.

Season 2026 reached a fitting finale last weekend with Riverview teams playing throughout the day at Riverview, Hunters Hill, Edgecliff, Northbridge and Tempe, before many converged on Newington's main oval for a virtual GPS final between the two form teams of the 1st XV GPS competition.

The heroics began early on Saturday morning with both the 14As and 15As turning the tables on their round 5 clashes against some very big and strong Newington sides to earn two very hard-fought and deserving victories. Both teams have had tough matches against big opponents this season, but if Saturday showed us anything, it showed that speed of play and decision-making, skill execution under pressure, good technique in contact areas, and strong communication will always overcome any perceived size advantage.

Whilst the Opens age group continued their dominance over the competition in all grades, it was the 6th XV who capped off a remarkable undefeated season with a 21-12 victory over Grammar 2nd XV at Weigall Oval in Edgecliff.

Not to be outdone, our 13Cs also completed an undefeated season with a win over Newington 13Bs 26-5.

With undefeated seasons at Regis Campus as well last weekend, we will certainly take the time to recognise these teams later on.

Statistically, we lost just one game against Newington teams (in the same age and grade level), whilst some teams found the going a bit too tough against higher-graded teams from other schools and a few tough fixtures against Joeys teams.

The upside, though, was 89% wins against Newington teams on the day, which is a fantastic endorsement of a lot of what has happened this season. We have certainly shown strong credentials across the board against many other programs.

In the end, the 1st XV game last Saturday afternoon provided one of the most dramatic finishes that I have been involved in over many years of coaching. Whilst Newington may feel they had it in the bag and lost it, our boys now feel that all too well and were more than deserving when the ball sailed right off the posts at the 70th minute to give us the victory. History-making moments, two wins against Newington and a shared premiership are definitely a pass.

Most importantly, the 1st XV depicted a style of play and an approach to rugby that younger players in the College can aspire to. As we begin reviewing Season 2026, the style embedded into Opens Rugby this season is a blueprint for future years. The commitment to finding space, technique in contact and superior skills comes from practice, “when nobody is watching,” and starting your training before you are told to.

If we reflect on this season, we probably started our own preparation too late and lost focus in the middle. We have plenty of areas for improvement, including our defence and contact skills, which are significantly impacted by our athletic development. We need to improve our strength and power to be more effective on the field. This will be a focus for Season 2027.

It was clear early in the season that strong messaging from coaches around an attacking style of play, the importance of defensive pressure, moving the ball to space, and good technique in contact was getting through to many teams. A lot of growth throughout Term 2 led to an epic weekend against Joeys after the holidays where all teams were up for the contest, despite three weeks away.

It was visible after the Joeys game, however, that intensity at training, attendance, frequency of sickness/injury and the general attention to detail have fallen away, and this was reflected in a lacklustre performance at Kings. Fair to say that training intensity lifted for the final round on the back of the excitement around our 1st XV, but this post-holiday and post-Joeys slide is something we need to be aware of next season.

We look forward to celebrating this season's successes in the coming weeks and learning from our experiences this year, so that in 2027, we all contribute to taking the Program another step toward our ultimate vision: “the most respected rugby program in the country”.

TOP PERFORMERS

6th XV and 2nd XV

The 6th XV completed an undefeated season playing a great style of rugby, whilst the equally entertaining 2nd XV dominated Newington to restore their early-season dominance and secure a shared 2nd XV premiership with Joeys.

Opens Teams

Clean sweep of Newington after a similar feat against Scots

13A, 14A, 15A

Fantastic victories with 15As and 14As turning the tables on their Round 5 games against Newington

1st XV MATCH REPORT
MR ANTHONY CALVASSY, 1ST XV COACH

Oh, wasn’t that one for the ages
Riverview 50 v Newington 47

Saturday’s Round 10 clash with Newington will go down as one of the great games in Riverview Rugby history. In front of a 12,000 crowd, the two teams produced a contest full of attacking rugby, momentum swings, incredible courage and ultimately, one of the most dramatic finishes imaginable.

We started exactly as we had planned, coming out with plenty of intent and scoring the opening two tries of the match. Newington responded quickly with two tries of their own, setting the tone for what was always going to be a fiercely contested afternoon.

We knew going into the game that possession and territory would be critical. If we could control where the game was being played and maintain possession for long periods, we believed we would give ourselves the best chance of winning. The first half became a high-scoring affair, with both teams attacking with freedom and intensity. Eight tries were scored before half-time, with Riverview taking a 31–21 lead into the break.

Newington came out firing in the second half and began to do exactly what we had done so well in the opening 35 minutes… control territory and apply pressure. Their big forward pack proved extremely difficult to contain, particularly through their rolling maul. They crossed for three maul tries before we finally managed to break the line and score in the 55th minute.

With the momentum firmly in Newington’s favour, a penalty conceded by Riverview gave them another opportunity, and only moments later they crossed for their fourth rolling maul try of the afternoon. Suddenly, with just 10 minutes of regular time remaining, Newington had established an 11-point lead.

Time was dwindling, but the fight was not.

Pinned deep inside our own 22, we were awarded a goal-line drop-out. Billy Bowen showed tremendous quick thinking, taking the kick himself and immediately chasing through. An offload to Hunter Reich saw him streak down the sideline, putting us deep inside Newington territory before we were awarded a penalty.

With only one minute remaining in regular time, we crossed the line to reduce the deficit to just four points at 47–43.

We secured the ensuing kick-off and, almost immediately, earned another penalty after Newington were penalised for a no-arms tackle. This was it. One final opportunity.

We had around 60 metres to travel.

A lineout was set, and the call was made for a 1–1 pattern play. Jack Plamondon took the ball and swept back towards the blind side. He split two defenders, and as the crowd rose with every step, he faced the final obstacle — the fullback.

Jack swerved left.

Then right.

He beat the fullback, and suddenly there was nothing between him and the try line.

He streaked away for 30 metres and crossed in front of the Riverview crowd, sending the sea of blue and white into absolute delirium.

Try.

Riverview had taken the lead.

Archer Mason calmly slotted the conversion from out wide, extending our lead to 50–47 with one minute of injury time remaining.

Surely that was it?

Not quite.

With the final seconds ticking away, we conceded a penalty approximately 40 metres from our own line. Newington opted to take the shot at goal. The kick went up...

And drifted right.

The final whistle sounded.

Riverview had done it.

From 11 points down with 10 minutes remaining, we had somehow turned the game around to win 50–47 and secure a joint AAGPS Premiership with Newington .

It was an extraordinary finish to an extraordinary season.

The scoreboard will tell the story of the final score, but it cannot capture the belief, courage and connection that carried this group through those final minutes. When the game appeared to be slipping away, the boys refused to accept that the fight was over.

They stayed in the moment. They trusted the process. They backed one another. And they kept fighting until the very last whistle.

To finish the season as Premiers is an incredible achievement. To do it the way this group did is something they and everyone connected to Riverview Rugby will remember for a long time.

What a way to finish.

AFL Season Wrap-Up

Thank you to the entire AFL community for all the time and effort making it another successful year for the program. Whether it was the first or final year competing for the college in AFL, all of the players represented the college with distinction, and the spirit that has defined the program’s culture.

A snapshot of the final round of play for each team is below, with the highlight being the Junior Bs fantastic Grand Final victory!

Match Reports
Jun A

48-25 Loss

The scene was set for an epic Grand Final. A huge turnout of supporters cheered on the Riverview boys. From the opening bounce, the boys showed a real fight in the contest, refusing to give Waverley anything easy. Despite Waverley’s ability to win momentum and create scoreboard pressure, the boys kept competing hard and never stopped challenging them. The effort and commitment from every single one out there was commendable and a great sign for a strong group that I look forward to watching grow and develop together. The final score didn’t reflect how close the game was. Waverley managed goals in the last minute of 3 of the 4 quarters, reflecting the final margin and the small moments that turned the game.

The Riverview midfield worked all game tirelessly, and George Willson, Jorge Pyke, and Thomas De Meyrick all deserve commendation for their efforts. Harry Lunn,

Thomas Sheppard and Austin Williams all had moments where they impacted the game with ball in space. Romeo Bryen and Luca Hillyard both were relentless on the back half. I have no doubt this will be the first of many big matchups this group will have against Waverley.

Jun B

61-23 grand final win against Waverley on 4th Field to crown us premiers, and what a win it was. The boys were keen from 11am when the warm-up started and were led by our captain Nick Atkinson, right until the final siren. The boys came firing out of the gates at the start of the 1st with the help of Tom Sheppard kicking a couple; however, all the energy exerted came back to bite us at the end of the 1st when we couldn’t track back defensively, leaving a narrow 14-8 quarter-time lead. 2nd quarter started, and the boys came out firing yet again, but this time with no intention of letting the footy inside our defensive 50. Thanks to the rock-solid half-back line of Zach Hammond, Hamish Berry and Aidan Simeon, as well as some outstanding individual efforts from Tom Walter, the footy never got close to our goal, and these boys started the transition offence, which led us to a nice lead at the half. The boys knew if we wanted to win, we couldn’t step our foot off the gas, so the pressure continued in the 3rd, where we saw Hugo Stuart emerge from the midfield, kicking a couple, like always, as well as Zach Hammond, who was rucking and using his famous big boot to set up our forward line perfectly to extend our lead. 4th quarter comes around, and we knew we had the game in the bag; the ultimate class of our team was showing, the handball link-ups through the corridor displayed by our Year 7s Tommy Norris, Luca Neal and Giovanni Fontana, the kick-to-kick play seen through Austin Jones, Henry Wotton and Charlie Beaman. It was liquid footy and illustrated the boys' improvement individually and as a team from the start of the season. Ultimately, super proud of every single one of them for their efforts today and across the season, and a well-deserved win to back that up today!

Jun C

Down on numbers again today, unfortunately. The boys turned up keen for a challenge against a strong Knox outfit, with the weather being much more fitting than the past two wet matches. Knox started off strong, challenging our backline; however, a strong tackling and defensive display by Jake Johnson and Seb Howell denied Knox many opportunities. Bouncing off this momentum, Lucas Barnett led the forward pack with multiple strong runs and fends, leaving the Knox backline stunned. The scoreline took a turn, however, in the second half with goals by Jake Johnson and Spencer Graham continuing his multi-game goal-kicking streak. Overall, a strong performance from the view boys challenging another B side. The boys should be very happy with their performance this season, with immense improvements seen in every facet of the game. Very much looking forward to seeing how these boys continue to develop in the future.

Int A

For the boys' final game of the season, we matched up against a strong Newington team at home. We got off to a good start as Sterling kicked the opener after getting the call-up. As always, our midfield did a good job at winning contested ball scenarios, and the team showed overall promise early. However, in the second quarter, Newington started to really dominate the game. Out-of-back transition goals proved costly for the boys, despite the strong efforts of our backline and Lado Kuron. Newington dominated the possession count for the next two quarters, and their margin grew gradually. A strong effort from the lads resulted in a tough loss; however, the boys should be proud of their efforts that game and throughout the season, having improved much from the start of the year.

Int B

A 76-34 win over Waverly was an incredible way to finish the season. Despite a string of losses in the last few rounds, all the boys rocked up ready to play and give it their all one last time. From the first bounce it was clear that we weren’t going to back down. Our midfielders immediately began dominating; Stirling stepped on every Waverley player in sight, and Yalyal dominated the ruck contests. Playing 13 on the field with no subs meant that we had to make the most of every possession to ensure we didn’t get outrun by the opponent’s fresh legs. Our backs and forwards stepped up to take on this challenge, with hardly a single fumble or dropped mark the entire game. All of us coaches watched in awe as the flawless skill execution continued throughout the game. A strong Finish in the fourth quarter meant the 15-or-so-point lead we’d held throughout the game widened to 30+ to seal the win. Well done, everyone; what a way to top off a great season!

1st XVIII

The 1st XVIII entered their final game of the season in a playoff for 3rd vs Cranbrook. While there was a disappointment not to be involved in the Grand Final, there was a sense of excitement to have Henry Meaney suiting up for the first time this year. He didn’t disappoint, kicking 3 goals for the game and setting up several others. This included a sublime 45-degree switch kick to find Charlie Caine on the lead, who proceeded to slot a bomb from 50m. Josh McMeekin was everywhere in the midfield while Lachie McCullagh made his physical presence felt across the entire ground. Danny Mackay’s rebound out of defence left everyone wondering what could have been if he was fit during the season. Xavier Quoyle was his usual mercurial self up forward, only to be overshadowed by 3 late goals to Will Thrum. Consecutive free kicks allowed him to put an exclamation mark on the conclusion of his AFL season. Cranbrook were competitive early; however, the longer the match went, the more Riverview asserted dominance to run out victors by over 100 points.

Attention now turned to the Awards dinner to celebrate the season that was.

Team Awards

We would also like to congratulate the following players who received awards for their outstanding effort and play throughout the season. These were all announced at the final training last week. Open’s awards will be given out at the end-of-season dinner on Friday, the 28th of August.

Jun A:
B&F - George Willson
Runner Up - Thomas De Meyrick
Coach's Award - Luca Hillyard
MIP - Thomas Sheppard

Jun B:
B&F - Hugo Stuart
Runner Up - Joe Sivewright
Coach's Award - Charlie Beaman
MIP - Zach Hammond

Jun C:
B&F - Jake Johnson
Runner Up - Seb Howell
Coaches Award - James Lynam
MIP - Lucas Barnett

Int A:
B&F - Bede Mercer
Runner Up - Jacob Collins
3rd B&F - James Rees-Woods
4th B&F - Lucas Ball
Equal 5th B&F - Bailey Hanson
Equal 5th B&F - Sam Poynton

Int B:
B&F - Stirling McAssey
Runner-up - Sebastian Koromilas
3rd B&F - Yal Yal Hick
4th B&F - Stuart Ellis
5th B&F - Will Rees

With the season concluding and athletics starting soon, we strongly encourage all AFL athletes to participate. The skills and fitness it develops will benefit any player for the summer season and for next year’s AFL season.

Thank you again for everything you do to make our AFL program here at Riverview what it is. We wish everyone the best for their summer seasons ahead and look forward to doing it all again next year.

Around the College

Father's Day Pop Up Gift Stall - Thursday 3 September

Find the perfect gift for Dad at the Father's Day Pop-Up Gift Stall , a collaboration between the Cana Communities and the Juana Network, next Thursday, 3 September, at recess and lunchtime at both the Senior and Regis campuses. Bring cash or card (students are permitted to use their phones to make a payment at this event) and get a preview of the gift selection here .

All money raised will be donated to de Porres House, so come along and support this special event!

The Juana Network is a professional space for staff to foster a culture of inclusivity and diversity.

Cana Communities provides emergency overnight accommodation as well as longer-term housing in homes across inner Sydney and south Perth.

de Porres House is a home for men that offers safe temporary accommodation and practical support including continuity of healthcare, education and work opportunities, reconnection with family, and pathways into longer-term housing.

For any queries please email nrbaines@riverview.nsw.edu.au .

Keeping Our Community Healthy: Whooping Cough Awareness

THE HEALTH CENTRE

Whooping cough (Pertussis) is on the rise. To date, most students presenting to the Health Centre with whooping cough have experienced only mild symptoms, especially if they have been vaccinated. While children and adults generally don’t get as sick, they can pass it on to babies and this can be life threatening. For this reason, it is important to monitor for symptoms.

Whooping cough is very infectious and spreads easily from one person to another. It usually begins like a cold with a blocked or runny nose, tiredness, mild fever and a cough.

Anyone with respiratory symptoms should remain away from school and seek appropriate medical advice and testing.

A person diagnosed with whooping cough is infectious for three weeks if they are not treated. After five days of appropriate antibiotics, they are no longer infectious. The cough may persist for many weeks despite treatment.

Close contacts that are immunocompromised, non-immune, and women in their last month of pregnancy should see their GP for review.

Please see this whooping cough fact sheet for more information.

Boarding

Junior Division Term 3 Update

MS CASSIE CROMPTON, YEAR 7 HEAD OF DIVISION

Term 3 is well underway in the Junior Division, and it has been wonderful to see the boys return with enthusiasm, energy and a real sense of community. The opening weeks of the term have provided plenty of opportunities for the boys to learn, connect and, importantly, continue building memories together.

One of the current projects generating plenty of interest is building jumps for the boys’ tyres. What began as an idea has quickly become a popular activity, with the boys working together, experimenting with different designs and making the most of their time outdoors. It has been great to see their creativity, teamwork and enthusiasm in action.

Academically, the boys have also made a positive start to the term. Many students have made a noticeable effort to approach their studies with greater purpose, with boys attending tutorials and using the additional academic support available to them. Establishing positive study habits and taking responsibility for their learning will remain an important focus throughout the term.

The Junior Division has also enjoyed supporting our fellow boarders on the sporting field, with plenty of enthusiasm for the AFL Grand Finals. Cheering on friends and housemates is an important part of boarding life, and the boys have shown the camaraderie and community that make these occasions so enjoyable.

Back in the house, the ping pong table continues to receive plenty of attention! It has quickly become a popular gathering point, providing some friendly competition and plenty of laughs throughout the week.

Overall, it has been a positive start to Term 3. We look forward to continuing to support the boys as they balance their academic commitments, friendships, activities and the many small moments that make boarding such a memorable experience.

One Boarding Family: Year 8 Division Update

MR MICHAEL WEBB, YEAR 8 HEAD OF DIVISION

As we reach the midpoint of Term 3, the Year 8 Division is in full swing. Like any group of 13- and 14-year-olds, the boys are navigating the pressures of school sport, club commitments, injuries, homework and assessments. What makes boarding special is that we navigate these pressures together.

We are learning to manage the highs and lows that come with being a young person — the pressure of training, being selected or dropped from a team, moving up a level, having a great game or experiencing a disappointing one. Through it all, the boys are learning to support one another and understand that they are not facing these challenges alone.

Injuries are also part of boarding life. Over recent weeks, we have had broken fingers, collarbones, sore shoulders and concussions. During these times, the boys have shown real care for one another. They have helped their mates get dressed, do up buttons, tie shoelaces, carry school bags to Day School and then bring them back to the Boarding House. These may seem like small acts, but they are powerful examples of what it means to look after one another.

Homework is another part of our daily routine. Each afternoon, the boys come together to complete their work, helping one another where they can and encouraging each other to stay focused. It can certainly be frustrating at times, but everyone pitches in. We work through the challenges together.

Our staff and tutors play an important role in this process. They provide guidance, encouragement and structure, much like an extended family, helping the boys solve problems, stay accountable and support one another. We are all working towards the same goal: helping each boy grow, develop independence and get through the challenges of Year 8.

The census last week captured this idea particularly well. For that evening, the Year 8 Boarding House was not simply a group of students living together. It felt like a household — a family of 13- and 14-year-olds navigating life together, looking out for each other and learning from one another.

And then there is Dylan, who has become the little brother of the Boarding House. He brings plenty of energy, joy and happiness to the boys and has become an important part of our boarding family. His presence adds another dimension to the sense of family that exists within the house.

Ultimately, this is what boarding is about. We are one big family, navigating the pressures, challenges, and successes of being 13 and 14 together. We celebrate the good moments, support each other through the difficult ones and, most importantly, we are there for one another.

One house. One family. Together.

Important Dates for the Boarding Community

Please note the following important dates in your diary:

Monday 24 August - SSTS Regional travel bookings due, please click here to book
Sunday 20 September – Boarding Leadership Investiture Mass
Wednesday 23 September – Year 12 Boarders and Parents Dinner
Thursday 24 September – school concludes at 12.30pm

Jesuit Mission Bazaar 2026 - Boarders Stall Call-out

The annual Jesuit Mission Bazaar will be held on Saturday 12 September 2026, with the Boarding community once again operating the popular Boarders Stall.

Donations Needed
We welcome donations of produce, homemade goods, crafts, flowers, honey, preserves, local products, raffle prizes and hampers. Regional hampers are always a favourite. Please ensure all prepared food is labelled with ingredients and a made/expiry date.

Raffle Tickets & Boarders Stall Products
Families can purchase raffle tickets and Riverview-themed accessories via Humanitix: Boarders Stall Humanitix Page

Donation Drop-Off
Non-perishable items can be delivered up until Friday 11 September:
- During school hours: Penny Kelly's Office, St Michael's House
- After hours and weekends: Kevin Fagan House
- Items can also be delivered directly to the Boarders Stall on Bazaar Day

Volunteer on the Day
Parents and carers are encouraged to assist at the stall. Volunteer shifts are only one hour and are a great opportunity to support the boarding community and Jesuit Mission. Volunteer Sign-Up

Every contribution, big or small, helps make the Boarders Stall a success. Thank you for your continued support of our boarding community.

Community News

Save The Date: 19 March 2027 for the OIU LIVE and Unscripted Long Lunch

THE OLD IGNATIANS' UNION

The OIU's LIVE and Unscripted Long Lunch returns on Friday 19 March 2027 at Doltone House, Darling Island Wharf, Pyrmont. With 2GB host Ben Fordham (OR1994) returning as emcee, guests can look forward to his trademark warmth, quick wit and ability to draw out a great story. The afternoon will bring together Old Boys, parents, past parents, friends and supporters of Riverview for lively conversation, plenty of laughs and more than a few unexpected turns. Importantly, the Long Lunch will raise funds for the College Bursary Program and other OIU initiatives and activities.

So spread the word and tell your classmates, family and friends, to Save The Date - Friday. 19th March 2027. It's the event of the year and not to be missed! To enquire about a corporate table, email operations@oiu.org.au.

Watch this space as tickets will go on sale soon!

The Bellarmine Lecture

The inaugural Bellarmine Lecture held earlier this term drew members of the College community together for an evening given of reflection on some of the most pressing questions of our time.

The lecture was delivered by Fr Frank Brennan SJ AO, and took its name and inspiration from St Robert Bellarmine, whose lifelong commitment to intellectual rigour and honest dialogue remains a touchstone for Jesuit education. Fr Brennan invited those present to approach difficult questions in that same spirit: with discernment, openness and a genuine willingness to be changed by what others have to say.

Much of the evening focused on the legacy of Pope Francis, whose papacy asked the Church to listen more closely, walk alongside those at the margins, and meet the world's troubles with humility rather than certainty. Fr Brennan also spoke of what is beginning to emerge under Pope Leo XIV, a papacy already marked by its attention to human dignity, the shaping power of education, and the moral questions posed by rapid technological change, artificial intelligence chief among them.

The lecture ranged widely: reconciliation with First Nations peoples and the legacy of the Voice referendum, the place of women within the life of the Church, and the promises and perils of artificial intelligence all found their way into the discussion. Fr Brennan offered few tidy conclusions. Instead, he left his audience with something more valuable: an invitation to keep talking, keep discerning, and keep working toward the common good.

You can listen to the lecture HERE .

Christopher Brennan Library

What's On at Christopher Brennan Library

Next week is Book Week, and this year’s theme is a Symphony of Stories. A number of our College’s leaders and staff have recommended books they enjoyed - look out for these on our College’s screens.

To celebrate Book Week, the library is hosting a Book in a Jar challenge where students can test their literary knowledge. We have curated a variety of jars, ranging from accessible favourites to more complex riddles designed to stretch even our most avid readers. Come in and test yourself!

WHAT'S NEW?

Where There is a Will - A massive cyclone swell on Sydney's beaches claims a big wave surfer, leaving his long-term partner without a body to mourn. His four adult godchildren from far and wide gather for the reading of his will. A mystery girl from Tasmania joins them. Down the coast, a man is pulled from the water and abandoned to his fate with a head injury and amnesia. He sets out on an odyssey along the east coast of Australia in search of his identity.

The digital platform our library uses, ePlatform, is now available on Amazon offering those with Kindle Fire devices a seamless way to explore our collection of digital titles via the application.

Prayers

Thomas Victor Edwards (OR1959) - known as Vic passed away on 5 August 2026.

Brother of Walter Edwards (OR1959). We pray for him.

David Field (OR1958) passed away from pneumonia on 17 August 2026.

A great athlete and coach. We pray for him.

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