From our Rector
All Saints and All Souls
FR TOM RENSHAW SJ, RECTOR
Tomorrow we celebrate the feast of All Saints, when we gather to celebrate all those who are in Heaven, experiencing the gift of eternal life with our God, both those recognised by the Church as saints such as St Ignatius of Loyola, St Francis Xavier, St Peter To Rot, and St Mary Mackillop, as well as the many known to the Lord. In our own lives, especially among our family and friends, we too know of many unofficial saints – those who through their actions of love, mercy and justice have given witness to their relationship with God, by loving and caring for many, especially those on the margins of our society, and often in hidden and unrecognised ways.
From our Principal
Education of the Whole Person
MR MARK TANNOCK, PRINCIPAL
One of the Characteristics of Jesuit Education is that it is committed to the education of the whole person. This means that our mission is not limited to the intellectual growth of each boy in the classroom. Rather, it seeks to cultivate his development in all domains of his humanity – intellectual, spiritual, moral, physical, social and cultural. This commitment is the reason that Jesuit schools place such an emphasis on the co-curriculum – those pursuits that exist outside the formal academic program, but that are complementary to it. Hence, co-curriculum.
From the P&F
P&F Update – Term 4 Week 3
MRS LEESA FEILEN, P&F PRESIDENT 2025
This week, the P&F Committee would like to acknowledge and thank our Year Group Coordinators, your YGCs. Throughout the year, YGCs communicate tirelessly with families in year groups from Years 5-12— keeping everyone informed, connected, and supported.
In this role sometimes they navigate unfamiliar systems, organise information on behalf of school communications, and ensure parents know where to go when they need help. All of this is done while managing their own families, work, and daily life.
Thank you for your adaptability, generosity, and commitment throughout 2025. Your efforts have helped build an inclusive, informed, and welcoming parent community.
All Volunteers are Invited to the Mass of Gratitude
Fr Tom Renshaw SJ and Mark Tannock warmly invite all our parent volunteers to a special Mass of Gratitude as a heartfelt thank you to all those who have generously given their time and support throughout the year — in any capacity. Your involvement has made a meaningful difference in our community, and we would love for you to join us in this celebration of gratitude.
20 November, 6.00pm
Dalton Chapel
Please
RSVP here
by 17 November
Student Leadership
Message from George Wormwell, Vice Captain (Day Boys)
As far as newsworthiness goes, last week was at the slower end of the scale. While initially I was worried this may hinder my reportage, on reflection, I am now grateful to use this column to shine a light on one of my favourite Riverview traditions, the InterHouse Cup, which begins next week.
The InterHouse Cup is a series of events that run throughout the year. The kick-off activity is Melbourne Cup, where each House nominates a Year 7 “jockey” to ride (aka piggyback) a Year 12 “horse” through a series of heats, semi-finals, and to the eventual final event.
Ignatian Centre
Ignatian Service Assembly | Student Reflection
NICHOLLI THOMPSON, YEAR 11
At this week’s Ignatian Service Assembly, Year 11 student Nicholli Thompson shared a reflection on the value of service and the profound impact it has had on his life. Read his piece below:
Throughout my time at the College, I’ve been lucky to take part in many service experiences ranging from the recent Cape York immersion, Country placement to Bathurst Island, Loaves and Fishes, and Luz All Abilities. While each was very different, what deeply resonated most with me wasn’t just the places I visited, but the people I met and the lessons I took away.
An Insightful Immersion to Cape York!
JARVIS SMOKER, YEAR 11
Cape York was a very insightful trip, learning about the Australian Indigenous culture of Cape York. We stayed at two different homelands, Wurrey with owners Bernie Hart and Sheryl and Melsonby with Bulla (Uncle Bulla) who is a Balnggarrawarra Traditional Owner and Senior Ranger at the Melsonby Station. We then spent the last two days in Cairns getting to experience the Great Barrier Reef on the Dreamtime boat. The trip gave an insight to the boys about many different aspects of Indigenous culture through learning about bush medicine traditional practices, and many different aspects of Indigenous culture and how they were able to live and thrive for so many years before settlement.
Thank You From Jesuit Social Services
A heartfelt thank you to our generous community for your incredible response to the Ignatian Centre appeal. This morning, over 200 bags of groceries were delivered to the Jesuit Social Services Ignite Store in Emerton. After a recent call for help, these donations have arrived at just the right time to restock their shelves and support families in need.
Rose, the Ignite Food Store Manager, shared this message:
Regis Campus
Regis STEM - 21st Century Sport
MR ANDREW SAYYAD, STAGE 3 CLASSROOM TEACHER & MS BRIANA GREY, TEACHER'S AIDE
Today, Year 5 and Year 6 students in 21st Century Sport had the privilege of visiting the Gartlan Centre to conduct swimming experiments in the pool. Throughout this semester, students have explored how technological innovations have enhanced both safety and performance in swimming.
To build on this knowledge, they designed an experiment to test the effects of water drag and buoyancy by swimming with different materials, examining how these factors influenced speed, energy expenditure, and overall performance.
It was a highly successful experiment as we approach the end of the year.
World Teachers' Day
MS CAITLIN REMEEUS, DIRECTOR OF REGIS CAMPUS
Today our teachers received beautiful, heartfelt cards from our students. These cards recognised the immense effort of the teachers, and the relationship they have formed with the students. I know the cards will be treasured by the Regis team. Our staff also enjoyed a beautiful morning tea from the College and parents. We thank the students, College and parents for their appreciation.
Co-Curriculum
Fab Five – Round 2 vs. Shore & Grammar
MR THOMAS GARLEPP, BASKETBALL SPC
Round 2 delivered another outstanding weekend of basketball for Riverview, with thrilling finishes, gritty defence, and standout performances across the board. Here are this week’s top five highlights:
Riverview vs Shore – Tennis Round 2
MR JAYMON CRABB, TENNIS SPC
1st Tennis Win 7-2
SHORE VS Riverview 1sts Tennis
Following last week’s highly competitive round of tennis the boys were determined to spend a large portion of the week's training focused solely on improving their doubles game. Given the format of GPS tennis the boys clearly understood the importance of the initial doubles matches for setting the tone on the day and going into the singles with strong enthusiasm and vigour.
Boarding
Year 9 Boarding Pastoral Program – Formed with Purpose
MR JOSHUAH MORRIS, YEAR 9 HEAD OF DIVISION
This year, the Year 9 Division has been participating in the Formed with Purpose program — an initiative designed to help students reflect on who they are becoming and how they can live with integrity and direction.
The program commenced with an inspiring presentation by Glen Gerreyn , Director and Co-Founder of The Hopeful Institute . Glen has shared his message of hope with over a million people worldwide, engaging students, parents, educators, sporting teams, and community leaders. His dynamic presentations — including appearances at TEDx events and on national television and radio — challenge young people to think deeply about their purpose and potential.
Community News
Seeking Night Settlers, Bed Makers and Medical Professionals for the Ignatian Children’s Holiday Camp
MRS CHRISTINE ZIMBULIS, HEAD OF COMMUNITY RELATIONS
The Ignatian Children’s Holiday Camp (ICHC) is on Thursday 4th December - Sunday 7th December and we need your help!
Founded at Riverview in 1998, The Ignatian Children’s Holiday Camp is a wonderful 4 day, 3 night event giving parents some much needed rest while their child with a disability has an amazing camp experience. Over the four days, 60 year 11 students and Year 12 graduates from Saint Ignatius' College Riverview , Loreto Kirribilli and Monte Sant' Angelo Mercy College and will care for a child with a disability as their Companion.
Christopher Brennan Library
What's on at the Christopher Brennan Library?
MS JENNIFER POCKNALL, LIBRARIAN
This week wraps up our Halloween spider competition, with boys searching for hidden (plastic) spiders spread around the library.
The winner was Sam C. Well done Sam!
