Tomorrow thousands of people will come to the College to support the Jesuit Mission Bazaar. All the proceeds from the bazaar go to support a variety of works of the Society of Jesus in parts of India, Asia and Africa. It is also an extraordinary day in which we celebrate the strong sense of community, not just within the wider College community, but the community and networks that are associated with the various Jesuit ministries across Sydney. The Bazaar is a tangible expression of one of the ten global identifiers of Jesuit schools – being part of a global network at the service of mission.

The Jesuit story in Australia began with the arrival of the Austrian Jesuits in Adelaide in December 1848, accompanying a group of refugees fleeing from the wars in Europe at the time. They then made their way to the Clare Valley and settled at Sevenhill. In 1864 the Irish Jesuits arrived in Melbourne, taking over St Patrick’s Cathedral School and establishing the parish of Richmond. Over the next decade the preparations were made to open Xavier College in Kew and Hawthorn parish.

Following the death of Archbishop Polding in 1877, Archbishop Vaughan was appointed as the new Archbishop of Sydney. He invited the Irish Jesuits to come to Sydney. Within two years, the Jesuits assumed responsibility for North Sydney parish and opened St Aloysius' College and our school. In 1901, the Austrian mission in South Australia and the Irish mission in Melbourne and Sydney were amalgamated with Australia becoming a mission of the Irish Province.

In 1950, the Australian mission became a Province and Fr Jean-Baptise Janssens, the then Superior General, entrusted Hazaribagh, in the northeast part of India, as our mission territory. In 1951 six young Australian Jesuits set sail for India to begin this pioneering work.

Over the next three decades, over 50 Australian and New Zealand Jesuits were missioned to the Hazaribag mission, including a number of Old Ignatians including Frs Paddy and Geoff Meagher, Hans Hendricks and Tony Herbert (pictured left).

Fr Tony is one of the three remaining Australian missionaries in India. Jesuit Mission was established as the international development organisation of the Australian Jesuits to help raise funds to support the work of the Australian missionaries, initially in India and in more recent times in countries closer to Australia.

I have had the privilege of visiting the Hazaribag Province a number of times. It is simply extraordinary what has been achieved in this part of India with the support of so many people in Australia, including funds raised at events such as the Bazaar. Over 25,000 students have been educated in high schools and parish schools. The whole ecclesial infrastructure for the Dioceses of Daltonganj and Hazaribagh was established by the Jesuits. There has also been a strong commitment to the social apostolate, accompanying the Dalit people and empowering them to fight for their rights, especially against mining companies seeking to take over their lands due to the plentiful coal deposits, or for logging.

^{The Jesuit Mission Bazaar last year}

Since the early 2000’s the focus of Jesuit Mission has expanded to include countries outside of India. A central focus has been various Jesuit works within the Asia-Pacific region, including Timor Leste, Cambodia and Myanmar. I have been fortunate to visit Timor Leste and Cambodia. Just like the Hazaribag region, it has been equally inspiring to see what has been able to be achieved in these regions through the support of so many in Australia. You can learn more about the impact of your support of Jesuit Mission here .

As we gather to celebrate community tomorrow, collectively we will be making a difference in the lives of others. Thank you to everyone who has volunteered their time, and donated various items. I look forward to seeing many of you tomorrow, as we gather to celebrate the strength of our community and in so doing, we are able to stand in solidarity with our brothers and sisters who are in need of our assistance.

Wishing you all every blessing.

From our Principal

Teachers Make the Difference

MR MARK TANNOCK, PRINCIPAL

We all have a favourite teacher from our time at school. Think of the teacher who you had at school for whom you have the fondest memories. What was it about this teacher that made them so impactful in your life? There are often two causes of this affection – the teacher either inspired a love of a particular subject or the teacher took on a role as a mentor to you and the relationship was an important one at that time in your life. Often, both of these are the case.

While subject knowledge and knowledge of students continue to be essential dimensions of any teacher’s practice, the manner in which teaching takes place has also been prioritised in schools and teacher education courses at universities in recent decades. It is not good enough just to know one’s subject as a teacher, as practitioners we also need to be able to deliver the curriculum in a manner that develops deep understanding within each individual student. We need to know how students learn and our practice should reflect this. We need to know instruction.

The methodology of teaching is known as pedagogy and it has come to refer to the manner in which teachers accompany learners in their growth and development. It includes all of the various techniques that a teacher can employ (within an evidence-based understanding of how students learn) to ensure that the individual child or adolescent is acquiring knowledge, developing skills and demonstrating outcomes consistent with mandated curriculum.

Pedagogy should not, however, be reduced to simply the methodology of teaching. In order for teaching to pursue its twin aim of educating the mind and forming the heart, it must include a world view and be consistent with the mission of the school in which the teaching is taking place.

The Society of Jesus has been engaged in the enterprise of schooling since the late 16th century. The approach of teachers in Jesuit schools has therefore manifested itself from the worldview of the Society’s founder as articulated in the one of the foundation documents of this form of Jesuit ministry – the Ratio Studiorum.

In the 1970s, Jesuit schools around the world began a process of discerning a new understanding of the mission and approach of their ministries. The culmination of this process was the publication in 1986 of the Characteristics of Jesuit Education .

The Characteristics document returns to the roots of the Jesuit tradition which is to be found in the life of Saint Ignatius. Based on Ignatius’ own vision of what it is to be human (itself drawn from encounter with Christ in the Gospel), the Characteristics sets out what a school needs to be and do if it to be true to its Ignatian identity and fulfil its Jesuit mission.

Further work was done on a characteristically Jesuit approach to teaching and learning and this was published as a second document, Ignatian Pedagogy , in 1993. The Ignatian Pedagogical Paradigm (as it is now known) sets out the principles of what teaching in a Jesuit school should look like. This ‘way of proceeding’ is based upon the experience of Jesuit educators over 500 years and suggests that all learning is:

Situated in a specific context.
Rooted in previous experience and the result of new learning experiences.
Dependent upon - and deepened by - reflection about those experiences.
Made meaningful when new knowledge is put into some kind of action.
Reinforced by explicit evaluation (and ultimately, self -evaluation) of those actions and the degree to which learning has occurred.

In recent decades research into brain-based learning has also had an impact on teaching methods, lesson designs and programs. This field focuses on scientific research about how the brain learns, including such factors as cognitive development—how students learn differently as they age, grow, and mature socially, emotionally and cognitively. Robert Marzano is one US scholar who has advocated for an approach to teaching and learning that is consistent with the discoveries in this field. Marzano’s ‘Dimensions of Learning’ advocate the following approach:

1. Attitudes and Perceptions – having the right frame of mind to learn
2. Acquiring and Integrating Knowledge
3. Extending and Refining Knowledge
4. Using Knowledge Meaningfully
5. Habits of Mind

You may notice some similarities and overlap between this proposal and the time-tested pedagogical approach of Jesuit education.

The challenge for any teacher is to be a reflective practitioner. To be a professional devoted to their vocation to the extent to which they are prepared to critically reflect upon their practice in order to improve it. To be open to new research and concepts in education particular around how students learn best while understanding the timeless aspects of our craft – the need for subject expertise and a commitment to the wellbeing and education of each student in the classroom.

From the P&F

P&F Update Term 3 Week 8

MRS LEESA FEILEN, P&F PRESIDENT 2025

The P&F community hopes all our dads and carers enjoyed a special Father’s Day weekend! On Saturday evening, more than 300 men of SIC gathered at Dockside, Darling Harbour, to celebrate the City Country Dads Dinner . See report and photos of the event - plus your invitation to volunteer at the Year 12 Marathon and participate in the Year 10 Sprint Program . To find out more, click below!

CITY COUNTRY DADS DINNER

Saturday evening's event was the first time the event was held off school grounds, and only the third time it has taken place. The atmosphere was electric, with dads and carers arriving in high spirits, rivalling even the enthusiasm of the mums at their own events. After a warm welcome from P&F representative John Russell, guests enjoyed the banter of MC Russell Barwick. The highlight of the evening came from our special guests—Year 12 dads Richard Hyles, John Purtell and Jason Martinez—who generously shared their families’ experiences at SIC over the past six to eight years. Their reflections covered boarding and day school life, sport, debating, and academic achievements, all conveyed with the humility and gratitude that reflect the true spirit of being ‘men for others.’

The night was filled with plenty of laughter, great company, and camaraderie. Guests enjoyed a few beers together and took part in an auction that helped raise funds for the Bursary program. By all accounts, the evening was a great success, and a wonderful celebration of the dads and carers who are such an important part of our community.

YEAR 10 PARENTS/CARERS GATHER AT THE DIDDY

Last Friday evening Year 10 parents gathered at The Diddy to enjoy a relaxed and casual evening, that was a perfect finish to the week. We enjoyed the company of about 60 families, and it was a lovely opportunity catchup in the busyness of life. Thank you to Kate Naughton and Fiona Stanic our year 10 YGCs for organising the catch up.

We were having such a wonderful evening together we forgot to take photos!

PARENT VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR THE YEAR 12 MARATHON

Our Year 12 boys are running a marathon to raise funds for Redfern Jarjum College to help fund the cost of educating one student for a year - see the article in the Around the College section of this newsletter for more information.

We are looking for parent volunteers to help cook and serve meals to the marathon runners as follows:

Thursday 18th September, 5:30pm - 8pm - Wingaru Canteen - dinner service
Friday 19th September, 6am - 8am - Gartlan Sports Centre/Second Field - BBQ breakfast service
Friday 19th September, 12pm - 2pm - Gorman Field - BBQ lunch service

To volunteer, please sign up here

PARTICIPATE IN THE YEAR 10 SPRINT PROGRAM

We invite your organisation to be part of an exciting four-day innovation challenge with Year 10 students from Loreto Normanhurst and Riverview on Monday 10 – Thursday 13 November 2025.

Why get involved?

- Gain fresh insights from young creative thinkers
- Engage directly with students through interviews & feedback
- Increase your organisation’s visibility with future-focused audiences
- Support students to develop real-world problem-solving skills

What’s involved?

- Frame the Problem – share a short problem statement & challenge question
- Research Material – provide background info & SME bios (by 22 Sept)
- Subject Matter Interview – in-person, 1h 35m (Tues 11 Nov)
- Checkpoint & Feedback – quick online review (Wed 12 Nov)
- Panel Judging – in-person, 2h (Thurs 13 Nov)

We welcome participation from business, social enterprise, and not-for-profit sectors.

For more information or to sign up, please contact Dean of Students, Mr Russell Kam, on rkam@riverview.nsw.edu.au or 02 9882 8344.

The Jesuit Mission Bazaar

After a week of wild weather, it’s wonderful to see the blue skies return just in time for tomorrow’s Jesuit Mission Bazaar!

Months of planning have gone into this much-loved community day, and it promises to be bigger and better than ever. From delicious food and fresh flowers to the ever-popular ham wheels, and the always anticipated OIU wine auction, there will be stalls both old favourites and exciting new ones to explore. The View Café in Ramsay Hall will be serving tea, coffee, cakes and scones jam and cream, while you enjoy the school band. And don’t forget the raffles—Smith House and the Boarders raffle are offering some fantastic prizes!

It’s set to be a fun-filled day for all, and we can’t wait to see you there, and welcome everyone who is part of the Jesuit Community to Saint Ignatius' College Riverview.

With drop offs of wine and cakes to school and the generosity of the community, there will be plenty of people to assist tomorrow, don’t forget that not everyone who is hosting a stall will be a Riverview family, so be sure to lend a hand and assistance if people require it.

See HERE to pre-purchase ride tickets, raffle tickets, or to volunteer your time.

See the map and schedule of events HERE .

The Boarders Stall is Back for the 2025 Jesuit Mission Bazaar!

We’re thrilled to announce the return of the ever-popular Boarders Stall in Ramsay Hall at the 2025 Jesuit Mission Bazaar - and yes, those iconic Kate Greenwood-designed Riverview keyrings are back too! Purchase yours on the day at the Boarders Stall or online here ($23 each). Stock is limited, so get in quick! Online purchases can be collected at the stall by you or your son.

The AMAZING Boarder Raffle is also making its return, featuring fabulous prizes generously donated by Riverview Boarder families — all showcasing the best of regional Australia. Get your tickets for just $5 on the day at the Boarders Stall or online here .

Winners will be drawn at 3:00pm on Saturday 13 September at the Boarders Stall. If you're not there, we’ll give you a call!

Also enter the Smith House raffle here ! All proceeds go directly to the Jesuit Mission to support their vital work.

For further information regarding The Jesuit Mission Bazaar CLICK HERE .

Student Leadership

Normo vs View Netball Match

JAMES BAIRAMIAN (YEAR 12, CAMPION HOUSE)

On Thursday, RUOK Day, a group of Student Leaders ventured on a pilgrimage out to Loreto Normanhurst for the 4th Annual Normo vs View netball match. The match raises money for the Loreto Bursary Program, a most worthy cause, allowing young women the opportunity to have an Ignatian education in the Mary Ward tradition.

The boys were most grateful to be allowed to don the 2016 vintage Riverview Senior Rugby jerseys worn by the very successful 3rd XV this season.

The pilgrimage began on Tuesday morning when at 7:15 the coaching and playing groups got together for the first time, there was an immediate ease in the group and a natural flow to our game. There was a healthy striving for success, but most importantly, the boys were open to feedback and showed immediate improvement. This held us in good stead for the big dance on Thursday.

21 boys joined by Mr Begg and Mrs Smith departed after receiving a Solemn Apostolic Blessing from Fr Rector. We knew the pressure was on, but trusted our preparation and our plans. We were hungry, most of us for the win, some of us for the sausage sizzle happening outside, but we united under the crest, under the jersey, under the bib.

The bib presentation was led by assistant coach & Captain of Boats Henry Burton who provided a heartfelt tribute to the commitment of the team and what it meant to put on the bib for the College.

It was a tough start though and the boys found themselves down 5-1 early in the 1st quarter. At this time there was only one word ringing in these boys ears: Whakkapuppa. After some body-on-the-line defence from Jasper Sinclair and fantastic shooting from Will Morahan, the boys clawed their way back to 5-5 at quarter time.

A rousing, Churchillian speech from Mrs Smith gave the boys that extra bit of energy leading into the 2nd quarter. The boys gave it everything in the 2nd and finished the quarter 10-11, one point behind.

This is where the controversy began. Netball games usually go for 4 quarters and this was the expectation of the coaches and players, however opposition officials made the abrupt decision to end the game at half time, after only 20 minutes. This was gut wrenching for the boys who had sacrificed so much and climbed half way up Everest, only to be turned away at Base Camp. In the words of Daniel Osborne, Vice-Captain of everything: “We were in it for the long game and we know that if we had that extra half, that scoreboard would look very different.”

We were consoled by the fact that this was the closest we had ever come to winning, with no other year getting closer than 12 points behind. And so we left in peace, with a Maccas run on the way home to lick our wounds.

Well done to Jasper Sinclair for Man of the Match.

Thank you to Mrs Smith for all the time she committed to helping us be our best selves on and off the court. Thanks to Ms Ming for the admin work behind the scenes, to Mr Begg for accompanying us, Mrs Begg for umpiring, Jim the bus driver, the College Captains of both schools and the boys who gave 110%.

It was also great to see Ms Ossowski, Mrs Dowers and many others and to strengthen the relationship between these two great Ignatian schools.

See you all at the Bazaar tomorrow!

Ignatian Centre

Congratulations to Our Year 11 Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion

MS TINA VAN DOMBURG, LITURGY AND RETREAT CO-ORDINATOR

This week our houses gathered in prayer to commission our new Year 11 Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion. In prayerful ceremonies, the outgoing Year 12 Eucharistic Ministers entrusted the responsibility of liturgical leadership to the new cohort, presenting them with crosses blessed by Fr Tom as a visible sign of their ministry and commitment to serve.

Our new ministers will now assist in the distribution of the Eucharist at school liturgies and lead our community in prayer, reminding us that service and humility are at the heart of their Christian ministry. We gave thanks for the service of our outgoing Year 12 Eucharistic Ministers at Student Mass. This team has been an inspiring model of faith leadership for the new cohort. We warmly congratulate all our ministers and pray for their continued growth in faith and service.

Regis Campus

Regis Co-curriculum Photos Available for Purchase

Regis co-curriculum photos are now available for purchase!

See previews here (enter password: STIG2025)

Place orders here

Photos are available for the following groups:

Clubs & Activities
- Art Club
- Chess Club
- Da Vinci Club
- Dungeons & Dragons
- Garden Club
- Young Engineers

Co-curriculum Music
- Choir
- Concert band
- Guitar ensemble
- Liturgy ensemble
- Percussion ensemble
- Rock band
- String ensemble

Debating and Public Speaking
- Debating photo
- Speak Up group photo

Sport Teams:
- AFL
- Football
- Rugby

Speak Up! Villa Maria vs Riverview

MRS MARILYN FITZGERALD, PUBLIC SPEAKING CO-ORDINATOR

Last Friday, 5 September, Riverview welcomed the students from Villa Maria for our Term 3 “ Speak Up” Public Speaking Competition, held in the Drama Room under Regis Hall.

All students, many with little experience in public speaking, bravely stood up before an audience of parents, peers and teachers, to talk on a variety of topics such as:

Trash or Treasure
Changing Colours
Why Me?
School Rules
How to Spend a Rainy Day
Tick Tock

For the boys, it was the finale of their six-week co-curricular course in public speaking and we congratulate them on their achievements, particularly Lewis Bowe (pictured left) who was declared the overall winner on the day.

We would also like to thank all who supported us, in particular Mrs. Caitlin Remeeus, Head of Regis and our guest adjudicator, Mr Andrew McGovern, who gave a wonderful evaluation that was much appreciated by the students and their parents.

It was a great experience to battle Villa Maria; we thank them for coming and look forward to meeting up again soon.

Regis Public Speakers:
- Lewis Bowe – Winner
- Sebastien Elias
- Archer Hill
- Leo D’Apuzzo
- Xander Ledowsky
- Jack Molesworth
- Kobe Johnston
- River Stampar

Co-Curriculum

House Track and Field Carnival

Under superb weather conditions, the House Track and Field Carnival took place on Monday 8th September. Thank you to all our staff and students for making this a great occasion, with good behaviour, House camaraderie, lots of laughs and great performances.

Hearty congratulations to Claver House on their well-deserved win! We look forward to presenting the trophy at the upcoming Co-Curriculum Assembly.

Please click to see a photo gallery below.

Around the College

Counting Down to the Year 12 Marathon for RJC!

The Year 12 Marathon for Redfern Jarjum College is happening next Thursday 18 - Friday 19 September (Week 9B)!

Year 12s, get your mates together and SIGN UP HERE (or individually) to run for a great cause. The registration fee of $55 includes snacks/drinks/meals and a Marathon for Redfern Jarjum College t-shirt.

Friends, family and fellow supporters please DONATE HERE and cheer on our Year 12s as they take on this act of humility and service, supporting the outstanding work of RJC.

The marathon consists of 7 runs of 6 kilometres each, raising funds for Redfern Jarjum College. The fundraising target is $20,000, representing the cost of educating one student at Redfern Jarjum College for one year.

The marathon has been divided into lots of 7 lots of 6kms. The day course is 2 kilometres in length and goes around the College. For safety, the night course is a shorter, 1 kilometre course that is entirely within the College grounds. Students can complete as an individual or as a group with community participation the most important factor.

Redfern Jarjum College is a registered charity with deductible gift recipient (DGR) status and all donations over $2 are tax-deductible.

The King of the Hill is Crowned

This afternoon, Riverview students from Years 7 to 12 took on one of the steepest climbs on campus in the infamous King of the Hill running race. Run entirely by students, boys from Years 7 to 12 pushed themselves and cheered each other on in a fun, challenging test of endurance. Well done to all students who took up the challenge!

The Year 12 final delivered one of the most memorable moments of the day, as Jasper S and Will M raced shoulder-to-shoulder in a dramatic sprint to the top. With both runners pushing hard to the very last stride, it came down to a photo finish — with Principal, Mr Mark Tannock, on hand to confirm Jasper’s narrow but well-earned victory.

A huge congratulations to Cooper M, Ethan N and James B for their efforts in organising the day — a great example of student leadership in action.

Small Conversations, Big Impact: Celebrating RUOK? Day

MS LAURA BERNASCONI, ASSISTANT HEAD OF FACULTY - PDHPE

On Thursday, our school community came together to recognise R U OK? Day, a national day of action dedicated to encouraging meaningful conversations about mental health and wellbeing. The day served as a reminder of the importance of connection, showing care for others and taking the time to ask, “Are you really OK?”

In PDHPE, students engaged in a variety of activities designed to spark connection and conversation, including:

Year 10 PDHPE Class Conversations . As part of their learning, Year 10 students took part in a PDHPE lesson that focused specifically on wellbeing and mental health. The class explored the value of asking “R U OK?” by supporting others through genuine connections and understanding how to respond when someone shares how they’re feeling. Students practiced skills such as starting conversations, listening with empathy, following up, and checking back in with care. Through activities like small group discussions using conversation starter cards and exploring scenarios about recognising signs and symptoms, students deepened their understanding of how small actions can have a meaningful impact. Students also explored support services available within the school and the wider community.

‘Doughnut Keep It In – Talk It Out’. At recess and lunch, doughnuts were shared, providing a light-hearted and tasty way to bring people together. Sharing food became a vehicle for sparking conversations.

Throughout the day, students were reminded of the power of a simple question. Reaching out, listening, and showing care can change someone’s day. A small conversation really can make a big difference.

Boarding

Year 9 Division Update

MR JOSHUAH MORRIS, HEAD OF YEAR 9 DIVISION

Term 3 has been a busy and rewarding one for our Year 9 boarders. The boys embraced the winter season of sport with energy and determination, finishing with some excellent results. With the season wrapped up, their attention turned to their mid-term assessments. It has been encouraging to see the commitment and focus they have shown in their studies, supported by the tremendous efforts of our Year 9 staff.

While a short break from competitive sport made boarding life feel a little quieter, the boys have remained proactive and engaged. Many have taken the opportunity to train for athletics and rowing, while others have made strong use of the gym facilities to maintain their fitness and wellbeing.

This term also saw the conclusion of our Boarding Trial, which ran over a fortnight and with great success. The Year 9 boys were excellent in welcoming additional students into the house, showing hospitality, patience, and a strong sense of community.

Beyond study and sport, the boys enjoyed a range of activities including a trip to Luna Park, and plenty of fun in the Gartlan Centre. These moments gave them the chance to step away from routine, strengthen friendships, and create lasting memories with their boarding brothers.

Our Formed with Purpose pastoral workshops have also begun this term. These sessions provide valuable opportunities for reflection, sharing, and growth. The Year 9 boys have been particularly engaged, with meaningful discussions around men’s wellbeing, nutrition, and exercise proving to be highlights.

We also continued one of our most anticipated traditions—the Birthday Dinners—celebrating our August and September birthdays at La Piazza in Lane Cove.

The boys have certainly earned their upcoming break and can look forward to a strong finish to the year in Term 4, which will culminate in the much-anticipated Year 9 Challenge—a fitting finale to what has been an excellent year.

Year 12 Boarders Warmly Farewelled

MR ANTHONY BEGG, DIRECTOR OF BOARDING

On Tuesday evening, the Boarding Community gathered to celebrate and farewell our Year 12 boarders. It was a wonderful occasion marked by gratitude, reflection, and a strong sense of community.

The evening was emceed with confidence and warmth by our incoming Captain of Boarders, Miller Siasat, who set the tone for the night. We were privileged to hear from our current Boarder Captain, Simon Brown, who addressed the Boarding Community with pride and optimism. Simon reflected on the significance of the Year 12s’ journey, sharing:

“I know all of you will look back on your time at Riverview, and remember the times spent in the boarding house, the laughs we shared, the challenges we overcame and the bonds that will last beyond the school gates.”

Adding to the sense of tradition, our incoming Beadle (Vice-Captain of Boarders) also spoke, offering thanks to the Year 12s on behalf of all boarders.

The gathering was more than just a farewell; it was a celebration of legacy. Our Year 12s have contributed enormously to the positive culture of boarding, leaving behind a spirit of unity, leadership, and care that will continue to shape the community for years to come. We thank our Year 12s for their leadership and example, and we wish them every success as they step into the next chapter of their lives. The Boarding Community is stronger for their contribution, and they leave with our enduring respect and best wishes for the future.

Performing Arts

Book Your Tickets for Billy Budd – opening next week!

MRS LARA STERN, DRAMA TEACHER

Book your tickets here for our 2025 Intermediate Co-Curricular Production of Billy Budd – opening next week!

Set on the HMS Indomitable , Billy Budd is a gripping tale of innocence, envy, and justice. When the charismatic sailor Billy clashes with the sinister Claggart, Captain Vere must decide between law and conscience. This timeless drama promises powerful performances, high stakes, and an evening of unforgettable theatre.

Directed by Kirk Hume
Assistant Director: Derek Walker

O’Kelly Theatre

Wednesday 17 September, 6pm
Billy Budd : Oliver Schmid | Squeak : Harry Johnston

Thursday 18 September, 6pm
Billy Budd : Hamish Walter | Squeak : Bede Egerton-Warburton

Friday 19 September, 6pm
Billy Budd : Oliver Schmid | Squeak : Harry Johnston

Saturday 20 September, 6pm
Billy Budd : Hamish Walter | Squeak : Bede Egerton-Warburton

Cast and Stage Crew

Captain Vere – Jimmy De Flamingh
Claggart – Danny Gordon
Billy Budd/ Jackson – Oliver Schmid / Hamish Walter
Squeak – Bede Egerton-Warburton / Harry Johnston
Jenkins – Luca Rogers
Seymour – Lewis Wooton
Ratcliffe – Arthur Lusher
Wyatt – Ben Camilleri
Gardiner – Eddie Thrum
Surgeon – Max Lutowski
Dansker – Caelen Cosgriff
Payne – Shiven Moodley
Kincaid – Marcus Camilleri
O’Daniel – Xavier Byrne
Butler – Max Finsterer
Talbot – Luis Criola
Hallam – Jed Mercer
Messboy – Rafferty Dady
Stoll – Harry Riordan
Duncan – Jude Feilen
Rea – Xander Russell
Marine 1 – Michael Dickason
Marine 2 – Thomas Shanahan
Marine 3 – Benny Dickinson
Marine 4 – Edward Vallely
Marine 5 – Jack Costa
Marine 6 – Rhys Williams

Junior Theatresports Competition

MRS LARA STERN, THEATRESPORTS CO-ORDINATOR

What happens when you give nine teams of junior performers a stage, an audience, and absolutely no script? Pure magic. Last night’s Junior Theatresports Competition filled the O’Kelly Theatre with the sound of laughter, the thrill of surprise, and the joy of watching young people take creative risks together in front of their school community.

As always, our performers impressed with their fearless confidence, quick wit, and clever teamwork. Unforgettable characters emerged throughout the night, including Tom Carseldine’s deadpan receptionist, Toby Pool’s “bomb,” Will Carney’s unforgettable turn as “Homework,” and Wilbur Lusher’s cheeky “cox.”

The evening was run with flair by our brilliant mentors; Oliver Schmid (Year 9), Hugh Wentriro (Year 10), Harry Johnston (Year 9), and Benny Dickinson (Year 9), who not only hosted like seasoned professionals but also dedicated countless lunchtimes over the past two terms to train and encourage our junior teams.

Our panel of judges kept the laughs rolling while scoring each scene out of five in their categories. After Mr. Page confiscated their “1’s”, their judging improved significantly! Thank you to: Max Finsterer (Year 10), Jude Feilen (Year 10), Finn Egerton-Warburton (Year 11), Angus Devlin (Year 12) and Harrison Hooper (Year 12).

Behind the scenes, our View Crew worked tirelessly to make all the tech magic happen:
Sound: Christian Bowe
Lighting: Sam Liubinskas & Oliver Patrk
Front of House: Anne Nesbitt
Theatre Manager: Conrad Page

Thank you to everyone who came along to cheer for the teams and boo the judges. An enormous thanks to our coaches, Mr Nick Heydon, Ms Roseanne Cuschieri, Mrs Sally Wentriro for their passion, patience, and guidance.

Congratulations to all our teams for their creativity and courage! A special round of applause to our winning team:
“Deanylocks and the Three Toms” (Year 8) - Tom Carseldine, Tom Shanahan, Tom Polin, Dean Criola

All Teams 2025

The Veiw Boys (Year 7): Nick Atkinson, Lucas Korbel, Harry Lennon, Ollie Thistlewood, Jacob Vera
Tongue Tie-d (Year 7): Charlie Beaman, Thomas de Meyrick, Harry Lunn, Lachlan Mills, Thomas Walter
Where’s the Script? (Year 7): Elliott Johnston, Charlie McDonald, Curtis Liu, Emmanuel Charry Vergara, Thomas Sheppard
Houston, We Have a Problem (Year 7): Nicholas Triggs, Keanu Rudd, Toby Pool, James Stanley
Laughter is the Best Medicine (Year 8): Edward Kwok, Callan McInney, Ed Vallely
Deanylocks and the Three Toms (Year 8): Tom Carseldine, Tom Shanahan, Tom Polin, Dean Criola
Snag the Punchline (Year 8): Will Hall, James Koch, Nicholas Hudson
Exit Stage Left (Year 8): Jason Herrera-Hu, Wilbur Lusher, Larry Lynch
El Clásico (Year 8): Thomas Saadat, Jordan Herrera-Hu, Will Carney

This marks the end of Junior Theatresports training for 2025… but the fun isn’t over! Our coaches now face the impossible task of selecting just five students to represent Riverview in the hotly contested Interschool Theatresports Competition in Term 4. Students can sign up for Year 9-12 Theatresports in Term 1 2026 or Year 7-8 Theatresports in Term 2 2026.

We can’t wait to see these brilliant performers back on the O’Kelly stage for many years to come.

Private Drama Students Light Up the Stage

MS LARA STERN, DRAMA TEACHER

Congratulations to our outstanding Year 6-12 Private Drama students who lit up the O’Kelly Theatre on Tuesday evening’s Drama Recital. It was a night full of laughter, talent, and energy, and we were especially thrilled to welcome Year 6 students to the recital for the very first time. Their confidence and enthusiasm set the stage for an unforgettable event.

The audience was taken on a wonderful theatrical journey showcasing the breadth of talent, and creativity across all year levels.

A huge thank you to Libby Fleming for organising and running such a special evening, and to families and friends who came along to support our performers. It was a joyful celebration of theatre and student achievement.

Make sure to save the date for our next Private Drama Recital: Tuesday 21st October at 6.30pm in the O’Kelly Theatre .

We can’t wait to share more laughter, drama, and brilliant performances with you!

William Gunning: A Day in the Death of Joe Egg by Peter Nichols

Joshua Bignold: The Club by David Williamson

Hunter Kwan: Chatroom by Edna Walsh

Toby Pool & Charles McDonald : Who's on First? by Abbott & Costello

Ollie Debney & Rory Hartigan: Jasper Jones by Craig Silvey

Ed Dunn & Jimmy Keating: Two Weeks with the Queen by Mary Morris

Thomas Polin: About a Goth by Tom Wells

Cooper Briscoe: The Lesson by Roger McGough (Poem)

Caelan Cosgriff: The Lieutenant of Inishmore by Martin McDonagh

Harvey Cummins: Hamlet by William Shakespeare

Congratulations HSC Drama Students for OnSTAGE Nominations!

MS LOUISE ARNOTT, HEAD OF DRAMA

The Drama Faculty is thrilled to share that an overwhelming number of students from our 2025 Drama Year 12 Cohort have received OnSTAGE nominations for Exemplary Performance work in their HSC Drama Performance Exam.

Congratulations to the following students on their incredible results:

Charles Biddle - Group Nomination
Harrison Cook - Group and Individual Nomination
Julian Criola - Group Nomination
Harvey Cummins - Group and Individual Nomination
Archie Delany - Group and Individual Nomination
Angus Devlin - Group and Individual Nomination
Jack Fish - Group and Individual Nomination
Dominic Flynn - Group and Individual Nomination
Harrison Hooper - Group and Individual Nomination
Thomas Kropman - Group and Individual Nomination
Ruki Merlin - Group and Individual Nomination
Benjamin Ross - Group Nomination
Leo Schmid - Group Nomination
Raymond Teng - Group Nomination
Seb Cage - Individual Nomination
Joe Condon - Individual Nomination
Tristan Donnelly - Individual Nomination

Community News

Stationery Orders Available at Licona

Stationery packs for Years 8-12 are now available for order at the Licona.

ORDER STATIONERY PACKS HERE

They are highly recommended to cover a Riverview student's stationery needs for the year. The pack will be charged on receipt of the order and will be ready for collection at Licona from the 13th of November .

The link will expire on the 3rd of Oct . Please order at your earliest convenience so you don’t miss out.

Christopher Brennan Library

What's Happening at the Christopher Brennan Library?

The library marked RUOK? Day with two games that students were invited to play during the break times.

During recess there was a game of conversation bingo that involved answering some conversation starter questions. During lunch it was chess with the conversation starters.

WHAT'S NEW AT CHRISTOPHER BRENNAN LIBRARY?

From the author of “ The Tattooist of Auschwitz” , comes a powerful and heartfelt contemporary novel about courage, family, resilience and finding hope in the darkest of places. The Wish by Heather Morris.

Teenager Jesse loves her friends, her little brother and her parents - even when they're both arguing, which they seem to do all the time these days. And she also loves playing interactive computer games, from her hospital bed in the children's cancer ward. So, when Jesse is offered the chance to have her greatest wish fulfilled, she immediately knows what she wants: a digital 3D recreation of her life - something to be there for her friends and family to watch and relive ... perhaps without her.

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