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You can donate to the Boarding Precinct Appeal
This current boarding redevelopment is the most significant capital investment in boarding in the College’s 125-year history. The College is investing heavily in the project and a fundraising appeal to help fund the significant $7m project currently stands at nearly $380,000 – one third of the way to its target of $1m. Donations above $2…
Darwin Tour 2017 – 4 Days to Go.
The 2017 Darwin tour Departs on Monday. For all photos from the tour make sure you like the SPC-OCA Facebook page at this link –
Where are they now – Luke McInerney (SPC 1992-97)
The College reconnects with Luke McInerney (SPC 1992-97) who is kept busy in his advisory role in the UK Civil Aviation Authority in London working on European aviation policy, and remembers fondly the positive spirit of the Edmund Rice camps. Where has life taken you since leaving SPC? Since leaving St Patrick’s…
Where are they now – Terry Delahunty (SPC 1968-71)
The College reconnects with Terry Delahunty (SPC 1968-71), the CEO of a private gold exploration company, who has a SPC teacher to thank for introducing him to his wife Gloria. Where has life taken you since leaving SPC? Geographically,- I’ve had the privilege of spending much of my working life in many remote and…
Where are they now – Alex Parker (SPC 2002-2007)
The College reconnects with Alex Parker (SPC 2002-2007) who has become a happy father of twins in recent times. Where has life taken you since leaving SPC? I commenced an Electrical Apprenticeship- in Ballarat in 2008 after completing Year 12. I completed the first three years of my apprenticeship working in the commercial…
Old Boys – Births, Engagements and Marriages
BIRTHS, ENGAGEMENTS AND MARRIAGES – MARRIAGES Josh Ryan (SPC 2002-07) and Emma Steenhuis were married at St Patrick’s College Chapel on March 18 and celebrated with their reception in the picturesque surrounds of the OCA Pavilion. Jason Hegert (SPC 1997-2002) married Teagan Crosbie at the Bellarine Peninsula Winery -Baie Wines- on March 4. Alex Walsh…
Where are they now – Martin Malone (SPC 1963-64)
The College reconnects with Martin (Marty) Malone (SPC 1963-64), who thoroughly enjoyed his two years of boarding at SPC. Marty is pictured above with his partner of 17 years, Margaret. What are your favourite memories of your time at St Patrick’s College? I attended St Patrick’s for two years (in 1963 and 1964)…
Old Boys in the News – March 2017
Our Old Boys have been busy boys in all sectors, including: Dan Butler (SPC 2009-14) made his AFL debut for Richmond last Thursday night against Carlton in terrific form, kicking two goals and named in the Tigers’ best. Butler played alongside fellow Old Boys Daniel Rioli (SPC 2012-15) and Shaun Grigg (SPC 2001-06). To read…
Headmaster’s Message – March 24, 2017
Dear Parents, Carers, Friends and Students of St Patrick’s College, There have been a number of significant moments this week which have reminded me of what a wonderfully generous and vibrant community we have at St Patrick’s College. In each of these special occasions, I have been acutely aware of students who are freely sharing…
World War I Anniversary Tour
Imagine spending a day as a World War I digger, trekking the fields of Belgium in search of safety. Imagine standing on the beaches of Normandy, reliving the D-Day landings as the Allied Forces took on the Nazis. Imagine retracing the steps and visiting the graves of those St Patrick’s College Old Collegians who died…