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Loreto
Chronicle
The Year of Verity
Volume 29 No.1 June 2015
From the Principal
In Loreto Schools across
Australia this year, not only
are we celebrating the
theme of ‘verity’, we are also
remembering with thanks
the life of remarkable Mother
Gonzaga Barry IBVM. Mother
Gonzaga was the founder of
Loreto Schools in Australia and
2015 is the 100th anniversary of her death.
I take this opportunity to share with you
some of her story extracted from the Loreto
Australia website www.loreto.org.au
Mary Barry (24/7/1834 – 4/03/1915) was
born into a large, well-to-do family in
Wexford, Ireland. As a child she witnessed
some of the horror of the Great Famine
of the 1840s and never forgot it. She was
educated at Loreto Gorey and Rathfarnham,
joining the Institute herself at the age of
19, and taking the name of the young
Jesuit saint, Aloysius Gonzaga. Mother
Gonzaga held various leadership positions
over the next 20 years and in 1875, at
the invitation of the Bishop of Ballarat,
led the first group of Loreto Sisters to the
Australian colonies. Gonzaga was small,
plump, profoundly deaf and increasingly
dependent on the use of an ear trumpet and
yet during her 40 years in the colonies she
became one of the most significant figures
in Australian Catholic education, particularly
for women. Ireland was in her soul and yet
she identified with her adopted country. A
woman of extraordinary energy and faith,
she embraced educational initiatives from
kindergarten to tertiary level and founded
teacher training colleges in Ballarat and
Melbourne. In the last 20 years of her life
she took a leading role among Mary Ward
women worldwide in the cause of uniting
various branches of the order. Gonzaga
died at Mary’s Mount, Ballarat, on 4 March
1915 and is buried there in the small
garden cemetery. Gonzaga Barry urged
pupils of Loreto schools to “leave after you
something on which others may build.” She
lived these words herself. In her 40 years
in the Australian colonies she founded ten
girls’ boarding schools, ten day schools, six
This is an edited extract from the Verity address by
2015 College Captains, Grea Effeney and Georgia
Garrett, at the Opening Mass.
I
n 2015, all Loreto Schools throughout
Australia will be celebrating the virtue
of ‘verity’. As we gather here together
today, let us pause and think about what
verity means to each of us. Who are we
called to be? What is divine in all of us?
Mary Ward believed verity was to live
with integrity and truth, particularly the
profound truth of who we are and what
gives meaning to our lives.
At the end of last year, Grea and I travelled
to Melbourne for the annual Loreto
Leadership Conference, along with the
Captains from six other Loreto schools in
Australia. As we explored the meaning
of verity and how we could live this virtue
in our daily lives, we focused on what it
meant to be true to ourselves. One idea
that resonated with us and empowered
us, was Mary Ward’s assertion of “no
half women, no half measures”. Mary
Ward believed in the capacity of women
to contribute significantly to society
and to face challenges or adversity
with courageous hearts. Verity means
committing passionately, with fervour, to all
that we do and being authentic and sincere
in our words and actions. We must have
the courage to seek the truth. We must be
able to love ourselves for all that we are –
which enables us to be true to ourselves
and then to others. When we open our
hearts to verity and truly embrace the truth
of who we are, it is a natural progression to
live sincerely, to act justly, to love tenderly
and to walk humbly with God.
It is our hope that you will adopt the Verity
Prayer created by the student leaders
into your lives not only in 2015, but also in
future years, in order to practice the true
meaning of Mary Ward’s virtue of verity.
This year, we ask you to “ignite the fire, let
truth inspire.” Embrace the virtue of verity
and begin 2015 with the belief that we can
seek the truth always, have the courage to
speak the truth without fear and have the
joy of accepting who we are and sharing
this with others. Let’s unite and ignite the
truth in all that we do this year.
Grea Effeney & Georgia Garrett
2015 Opening Mass
Verity Prayer
Loving God,
In this Loreto year of Verity, we are called to
explore the profound truth
of who we are and what gives meaning to our
lives.
May we be guided to seek your truth, have the
integrity to speak it
and the love to share it.
Encourage us to draw strength from one another
and act as a united voice of truth
in the pursuit of a loving and just world.
Open our hearts and minds to develop a sense
of authenticity in our actions,
so that we may whole heartedly commit to all
that we do.
Help us to recognise your divine presence within
ourselves and those around us,
as we do the ordinary things well, in the
footsteps of Mary Ward.
With one heart we pray.
Amen.
(composed by the 2015 Loreto Student Leaders)
Mrs Cheryl Hamilton presents Senior Badges to
the class of 2015
Be seekers of truth and doers of justice
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primary schools, three kindergartens
and two teacher training colleges as
well as taking over the running of at
least eight parish schools. Gonzaga
had a profound influence, not only on
Catholic education but in the emerging
world of a migrant-based society where
Catholics were increasingly entering
the professions. Loreto women were
urged not to live a “butterfly existence”
but contribute as wives and mothers, in
the workplace and through charitable
and cultural endeavours. Gonzaga
became a powerful figure in the wider
Mother Mary
Gonzaga Barry
(1834 – 1915)
Institute, forging close bonds with Mary
Ward women internationally through
her extraordinary travels and extensive
correspondence.
Mother Gonzaga Barry was a prolific
writer and her words continue to inspire
and motivate those of us working in her
schools today.
To her Sisters she wrote that the aim of
a Loreto education should be
•“To cultivate, to train, to develop,
to strengthen and to polish all the
physical, intellectual, moral and
religious faculties which constitute
nature and human dignity in the child.
We shall truly be repaid when our
pupils grow into men and women, of
simple pursuits it may be, but of lofty
aims, individuals whose characters
will exert lasting influence on the
world in which they move.”
Enrolment at Loreto College
YEAR 7 2019 - NOW OPEN
Enrolment applications for Year 7 2019 (students in Year 3 2015)
are now open and will close on 5 February 2016.
Loreto College only conducts interviews for students already accepted
into the College and these will be held when students are in Year 6.
For more information on your daughter’s prospective enrolment
please contact, Ms Emma Beach, Manager of Enrolments on:
P: 3394 9999 or E: [email protected]
Be seekers of truth and doers of justice.
•“To cultivate the heart. Train it upwards.
Plant noble principles for intellectual
development.”
•Understanding that comes from deep
thinking and a search for truth and
knowledge; (Our Minds)
She further encouraged her Sisters and
Loreto pupils
•Understanding that is open to mystery
and free to refer all to God. (Our Spirit)
•“To cultivate large-mindedness; let there
be nothing petty and narrow in your
views, judgements and opinions.”
She was also insistent that “Studies
derive their chief worth from their effect on
character.”
Therefore, it is pleasing to see that in
Loreto Schools today, her legacy lives
on calling us to cultivate a particular
culture: one that searches for truth through
understanding:
• U
nderstanding of self, others, and all
creation; (Our Hearts)
She encouraged her educators to “Study
the tasks and attractions of the little ones
and to lead them through their own door,
but do not stop there.”
“Strive ever,” she says “to widen and
deepen your hearts and minds, until they
are capable of taking in great things for
God and your fellow creatures.”
These words speak powerfully to us about
the importance of cultivating a particular
culture in our schools where intellectual,
spiritual and moral character development
is at the forefront of all we do.
Mrs Cheryl Hamilton
Loreto College
Coorparoo
OPEN DAY
Sunday 9 August
10:00am
www.loreto.qld.edu.au
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Council Dinner
The annual Council Dinner was an
occasion for both reflection and joyous
celebration. Members of School Council
and Committees, staff and senior student
leaders joined with IBVM Sisters and
Fr Paul Sireh and Bishop Bill Morris
(retired) from Mt Carmel Parish to listen
to the Most Reverend Mark Coleridge,
Archbishop of Brisbane, deliver a scholarly
and insightful Verity Oration. Much fun and
fellowship then followed as they enjoyed a
beautiful meal together.
Sr Diaan Stuart (far left) with
College staff and students
Most Reverend
Mark Coleridge,
Archbishop of
Brisbane
(L-R) Bishop Bill Morris (retired)
and Father Paul Sireh
Senior student leaders
Desserts to die for!
Year 9 helpers with Maria &
Perry of Chez Nous caterers
Rebecca tops the State in 2014
R
ebecca Marshall, 2014 Loreto
Coorparoo graduate, led the field of
Queensland’s top academic performers,
attaining the highest result of 28,500 Year
12 students on the 2014 Queensland Core
Skills (QCS) Test.
Rebecca was recognised for her
outstanding achievement at the inaugural
Queensland Certificate of Education
(QCE) Achievement Awards ceremony
on Saturday 28 February. The prestigious
QCE Achievement Awards recognise
Queensland’s top performing students
for outstanding academic achievement in
their senior school studies. Accepting her
award in front of Queensland Curriculum
and Assessment Authority (QCAA)
representatives, high school principals,
peers and family, Rebecca was presented
with a trophy, certificate and prize money
by Minister for Education, Kate Jones.
Whilst Rebecca received an OP1 and an
A on the QCS Test, what sets her apart
from other high achieving students is her
exceptional combination of high-level
academic achievement and breadth of
learning. Rebecca credits her parents, her
school, Loreto College, and her peers as
the secret behind her success.
“My school and all of my teachers at
Loreto College have been incredibly
committed and played a huge part in my
academic success. A lot of my peers were
also really great.”
Rebecca is no stranger to success. In
2014 she was the Queensland Winner
of the Lions Youth of the Year Quest.
Rebecca appreciates the importance and
privilege of a good education. “I know
how fortunate I am to have been afforded
such opportunities in my senior year. Even
(L-R) Sr Anne Kelly with Gina,
Lauren & David Causer
the opportunity to go to school, that’s not
necessarily a given. I think it’s important
to show my gratitude. I definitely value my
education so that inspires me to make the
most of any opportunities that I am given.”
Rebecca has commenced a Bachelor of
Science at the University of Queensland
and has received guaranteed provisional
entry into the Medicine program. Rebecca
was also the recipient of a UQ ViceChancellor’s Scholarship, valued at
$60,000 over five years.
Rebecca Marshall – the 2014 Year 12 student with the
highest result on the Queensland Core Skills (QCS) Test
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ANZAC Centenary Tour
A
lex White and Taylor Whitewood, both in Year 11 at Loreto Coorparoo, embarked on
the trip of a lifetime in April this year when they travelled to Turkey to commemorate
the centenary of the landing at ANZAC Cove at the Dawn Service at Gallipoli. The girls
were winners of the Premier’s ANZAC Prize, which was established to encourage young
Queenslanders to better understand the ANZAC legacy. Students from across the State
were invited to submit a multimedia presentation exploring how the ANZAC tradition has
shaped Australia and how future generations can keep the tradition alive.
Both girls have an active interest in the history of the World Wars, partly because of
their ancestry. Alex’s great-grandmother’s two brothers served in World War 1 while
Taylor’s great-grandfather was in the Light Horse Brigade in World War 1 and her great
uncle served in the army during World War 2.
Alex and Taylor are keen Modern History students and study French and German,
respectively. In addition, the girls are currently in training to complete the Kokoda
Challenge in the Gold Coast hinterland this July. Over the past 12 months they have
raised significant funds for the Kokoda Youth Foundation and the wounded, injured and
ill Australian Defence Force members through Mates4Mates.
Their ANZAC tour of a lifetime was beautifully summed up by each of the girls.
Alex White:
Visiting Gallipoli for the centenary of the
ANZAC landings was amazing! It was
a surreal experience to be at the Dawn
Service listening to dignitaries such as
Tony Abbott and Prince Charles. What I
enjoyed about the service was the focus
on celebrating the incredible bravery and
mateship of our soldiers.
After spending a few days around
Çanakkale visiting battle fields and
cemeteries, we travelled to Brussels and
then made our way to Ypres where we
were fortunate to be a part of the Menin
Gate Service. This service has run at
8.00pm every night since the end of World
War 1. It was a very special night, with
our group’s choir singing the Australian
national anthem to conclude the service.
We then travelled to the Somme, where
some of the most devastating battles
of World War 1 took place, it was an
emotional experience for us all. Finally,
Taylor Whitewood:
I was incredibly excited to embark on a
journey that would involve not just learning
about the strength of our ANZAC troops in
Gallipoli, but also about their experiences
in France and Belgium. The first day
was especially memorable; we landed
in Istanbul and visited the Hagia Sofia
Mosque, the Blue Mosque, the Palace and
the Grand Bazaar.
Our itinerary was packed with city
sightseeing, visits to famous memorials
and many cemeteries where we
remembered the lives of troops who
died in World War 1. It was, at times, an
emotional and overwhelming experience,
especially when we stood on ANZAC
Cove, and when Alex and I read out the
eulogies of our adopted soldiers. The most
memorable experience for me will always
be the Dawn Service at Gallipoli. Not only
was it eerie to be on that strip of beach
where so many died 100 years ago, but it
was also a beautiful service with touching
speeches.
It’s important to remember the nearly
40 other cemeteries and memorials we
visited; some had 50 soldiers buried there,
some had thousands, each moving in their
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we completed the tour in Paris, where we
visited Notre Dame, the Louvre,
the Eiffel Tower
and the Arc de
Triomphe. The trip
was an experience
of a lifetime; the
friends I’ve made
and the places I’ve
seen will never be
forgotten.
own way. The striking message that was
left ingrained in all
of us was the sheer
loss of life that war
brings for all sides.
I’m so grateful that
I was able to go,
because I know
that the memories
I have from the
ANZAC Premier’s
Prize will stay with
me forever.
Parent Events
Welcome Day for Parents
P & F Welcome Morning Tea
Year 9
Mother-Daughter
High Tea
An afternoon
of wining,
dining, jazz, soul
and rock on
Deshon Oval
Through the hard work of dedicated members
of the Loreto Music Support Group, in 2010 the
LIVE & WIRED FESTIVAL was born. Now in its
6th incarnation, the festival continues to flourish
as a highly anticipated event on the Loreto cultural
calendar. We sincerely wish to thank all our
community members; we simply could not stage
this event without your
ongoing support.
Proudly
supported by
Sport Support Group afternoon for new parents
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Staff Retirements
Dr Rai Irmer
Loreto Staff 1983-2014 (32 years)
At the conclusion of 2014, the College farewelled five long serving
members of staff, Mr Pat Elsworthy, Mr Bryan Deveson, Dr Rai Irmer,
Mr Bill Kenny and Mrs Kerry Williams. With a combined service of
142 years, we say thank you and happy retirement to these five
special people. Pat, Bryan, Rai, Bill and Kerry, we wish you the best of
everything life has to offer in your next exciting chapter. Congratulations!
Mr Bill Kenny
Loreto Staff 1991-2014 (24 years)
Mr Bryan Deveson
Loreto Staff 1988-2014 (27 years)
HONOUR POCKET
AWARDED FOR
ACADEMIC
EXCELLENCE,
SCHOOL SPIRIT
& SERVICE TO
PUNS
HONOUR POCKET
AWARDED FOR
ACADEMIC
EXCELLENCE,
SCHOOL SPIRIT
& COMMUNITY
SERVICE
HONOUR POCKET
AWARDED
FOR SERVICE
TO SCHOOL
& ACADEMIC
EXCELLENCE
Dr Raimund Irmer has been a generous
and spirited member of the Loreto College
community for 32 years. Graduating with
a Bachelor of Science, a Doctorate in
Chemistry and Diploma in Education,
Dr Irmer’s educational contribution to
Loreto College has been significant. At the
conclusion of his teaching career, Dr Irmer
achieved Incredibly High Achievement
in English, German, Mathematics C,
Chemistry, Biology and Physics. He also
achieved a Sound Achievement in computer
technology, mobile phones and digital
reporting.
Affectionately known as ‘Doc’, he has
acted diligently not only as a teacher, but a
mentor, supporter and felicitous ally. Who
can forget his enthusiastic participation in
the staff act at each Mission Day and his
uncanny portrayal of Harry Styles from
‘One Direction’? With a smile almost as
white as the paper roll he marks every day,
he has also committed endless hours and
brainpower to what he is best known for,
his puns:
“Does Russell Crowe fly around the school
and do all the squawking?”
“We’d make more chemistry puns but all the
good ones argon.”
Dr Irmer has demonstrated creativity and
meticulous presentation as an exemplary
ambassador for the College. He never fails
to impress his students with his shorts and
socks combinations, always paired with the
most stylish of school shoes. In winter, he
may even wear a long sleeved shirt on a
particularly chilly day. In the classroom, Dr
Irmer speaks knowledgably, confidently and
enthusiastically in his lessons. His desire to
make a positive difference has been evident
in all of his endeavours.
Dr Irmer is an inspirational gentleman and
teacher. We hope he recalls his time at
Loreto with great fondness and pride. Doc’s
deeply held values, felicity and authenticity
shine through in his relationships
with others. We thank Dr Irmer for his
outstanding contribution to Loreto.
Mr Kenny’s contribution to Loreto
College over the past 24 years has been
remarkable. Whether teaching classes or
working with Vinnie’s, he always contributed
with a positive attitude, numerous survival
stories and high socks. Mr Kenny has been
an admirable teacher of Mathematics, Junior
Science and Senior Biology. It is evident
from his many high achieving students that
he has been successful in his teaching
and encouraging with his words, despite
occasionally getting distracted and telling us
several life stories in a row. Mr Kenny has a
vested interest in linking Science to real-life
experiences. We would like to thank Mr
Kenny for teaching us where oxygen comes
from, what combustion is and lastly, how
and why our bikes rust when we leave them
out in the rain.
As a member of the Year 10 Homeroom
team, Mr Kenny has attended many Year 10
Camps where he has shared his knowledge
of outdoor pursuits such as kayaking,
bushwalking and jumping out of tall trees
backwards or upside-down. Mr Kenny is
also a talented fiction writer. Together with
his brother, Mr Kenny published ‘The Deep
Channel’ in 2012, inspired by his time spent
in the Torres Strait.
Mr Kenny has played a significant social
justice role at Loreto through his work with
Vinnie’s and Rosie’s. These were both
organisations that saw Mr Kenny encourage
and inspire students to participate. His
passion for helping people is evident not
only through his personal interactions with
others and his involvement in the Loreto
community, but also in communities abroad.
Mr Kenny has travelled to East Timor
several times, where his practical and
scientific skills have aided communities in
need. Mr Kenny’s commitment of time and
willingness to share have been a gift to our
community.
Finally and sincerely, we would like to wish
Mr Kenny the best of luck with his retirement
and encourage him to continue to teach,
influence and inspire people just as he has
done with generations of Loreto students.
Mr Deveson joined Loreto College in 1988
and has served the school community
admirably for 27 years. During this time
he has taught Mathematics to thousands
of students and has spent thousands of
hours in the Maths Help room, generously
and competently allowing students to
grow under his reassuring guidance. As a
teacher of Study of Religion, Legal Studies,
Economics, Religion and Mathematics, he
has imparted his wealth of knowledge and
passion for learning to his students. He is
known for his prodigious memory as he
forgets nothing and is a walking archive of
information.
For many years, Mr Deveson has arrived
at school early, unlocked 219’s doors and
waited for the lost sheep of Maths to gather.
Here, he has consoled girls in tears over
Maths assignments, prevented break downs
before Maths exams and on occasion,
relinquished the answers. This has brought
incredible comfort and been invaluable
in encouraging hundreds of students to
embrace the challenges of Mathematics.
Mr Deveson was Year 10 Coordinator for
many years and enjoyed the excitement that
only Year 10 Camp can bring. He always
wants his students to be their best selves
and we are blessed that he answered the
call to make his life’s work teaching. His
gentle strength, humble wisdom and the
great respect he shows others will be sadly
missed, including the polite “Good Day” that
he would say in passing. With constancy
and faith he has lead, taught and inspired.
We cannot thank Mr Deveson enough
for his contributions, and he will remain a
valued and respected member of the Loreto
community long into his retirement.
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Welcome to
New Staff
Mrs Kerry Williams
Loreto Staff 1985-2014 (30 years)
HONOUR POCKET
AWARDED
FOR SERVICE
TO SCHOOL
& ACADEMIC
EXCELLENCE
Mrs Williams has been a dedicated
member of the College community since
1985, as a teacher of Drama, English,
German, Study of Religion and Religion,
and eventually Drama Coordinator. Mrs
Williams had significant responsibility for
numerous musicals during her time at the
College from Godspell to Grease. She has
been in charge of the Drama Council and
helped to coordinate the Junior Drama
Club, choosing scripts and planning the
Showcase Performance, as well as staging
numerous Senior Drama Performances and
Year 10 Collage Dramas. Most importantly,
Mrs Williams often helped produce the Staff
Act, the highlight of Mission Day, easily
enlisting the help of others to ensure an
extravaganza of entertainment.
Mrs Williams has significant experience
and expertise in QCS and NAPLAN which
has been of great benefit to students.
She provided great insight into specific
techniques and strategies to enhance
academic success, which proved to be
immensely valuable. Just her gentle words
of encouragement were appreciated.
As a Year 12 Homeroom teacher, Mrs
Williams has been on numerous Retreats,
sharing her time and faith with hundreds
of students. She is always calm and
unflappable, easily embracing change
and challenge with courage and a positive
attitude. Mrs Williams has a great sense of
humour and always has a lively classroom.
She is not a ‘drama queen’ but is certainly
the ‘Queen of Drama’. Mrs Williams is a true
woman of Mary Ward who exemplifies the
qualities of sincerity, verity and felicity in all
that she does. She will be sadly missed but
we know that Loreto has been a better place
for her presence.
Mr Pat Elsworthy
The introduction of Year 7 along
with staff retirements meant that we
welcomed 13 new members of staff at
the beginning of 2015.
Loreto Staff 1986-2014 (29 years)
HONOUR POCKET
AWARDED
FOR SERVICE
TO SCHOOL
& ACADEMIC
EXCELLENCE
Mr Elsworthy has been a generous and
spirited member of the Loreto community
since 1986. From his first role as the Maths
Coordinator to his current position as the
Deputy Principal – Curriculum, he has
always displayed a quick mind and a quick
wit – although he may need some new
jokes.
Mr Elsworthy has been involved in Debating
and Mooting throughout his time at the
College, assisting with coaching and
mentoring of Senior teams. He loves a good
argument and he has effectively imparted
his skills and experience to countless
debaters. Mr Elsworthy attended numerous
Year 12 Retreats and shared a plentiful
array of travel stories from all of the amazing
places he has been.
Being responsible for the timetable, Mr
Elsworthy kept the whole school running
smoothly and efficiently. He is never late,
even when all of his beloved clocks went
mysteriously missing from the Mary Ward
Centre. Mr Elsworthy is also responsible
for implementing the QCS program and
administers the annual test to each new
group of Year 12s. He is a forebiding figure
at the microphone, striking fear into anyone
who does not have a HB pencil – and
heaven forbid if you are not paying attention!
But the fact that he can explain clearly and
in immense detail how OPs are calculated
is really deserving of an Honour Pocket on
its own!
We thank Mr Elsworthy for his tireless
commitment to the Loreto community and
wish him all the very best for his retirement.
(L-R) Ms Elizabeth Gaber, Deputy Principal –
Administration, Mr Matthew Preston – Curriculum
Leader Business, Mrs Linda Carstensen, Deputy
Principal – Curriculum & Technology
(L-R) Mrs Nadia Conradi – Teacher of Maths & Science,
Ms Anthea Newcombe (Wright 1998) – Curriculum
Leader Religion, Dr Nadya Shale – Teacher of Maths &
Science, Ms Therese Coyle – Teacher of Religion
(L-R) Ms Sally Crothers – Curriculum Leader
History, Ms Deana Dodds – Teacher of Maths
& Music, Mrs Lissa Gyte – Curriculum Leader
Performing Arts, Mrs Rebecca Bush
(Witham 1999) – Teacher of PE & Science,
Ms Isabel Taylor – Teacher of PE & Science
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The Students of Loreto College
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Ms Lu Liu – Teacher of Chinese
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Year 7 & 8 Camps
shared challenge and adventure building lasting friendships
An integral part of welcoming our new students to Loreto this year has been a three
day camp at Tallebudgera Beach Outdoor Education Centre – in February for Year
7 and May for Year 8. The girls rose to the challenges of high ropes and enjoyed the
fun of body boarding, archery and many other activities, building connections and
confidence over the three days.
Year 8 Camp – May 2015
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Year 7 Camp – February 2015
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Year 11 Semi-Formal
Year 11s danced the night away at their Semi-Formal at the Greek Club
P & F Student Dance
Costumes from ‘Around the World’ brought fun and colour to the P & F Dance
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Mission Day 2015
Odds & Ends
Since 2011, Aislinn Healy
(2010) has been sponsoring
Adizeri and Deogratias to go to
boarding school in Tanzania.
They were four and two years
old respectively when she first
met them through volunteering
during her gap year at the
Faraja Vocational Training
Centre. She is hoping to raise
enough funds to continue their
sponsorship in the coming
years. A donation of any
amount, large or small, can
make a difference in Adi and
Deo’s lives. If you would like
to donate, or want some more
information, please go to the
following link www.mycause.
com.au/page/87735/myfaraja
Please feel free to contact
Aislinn and to forward this link
to friends and family who may
be interested.
Aislinn with Adizeri
and Deogratias
Brisbane Bayside’s Savoyards Amateur
Theatre Company captivated audiences
with their recent production of the Broadway
classic, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast.
The musical featured an array of Loreto
community members including, Kate
Milward (2014), starring as Belle; Rebecca
Grady (2010), chorus member; and Warryn
James, father of Year 7 student, Miranda
Kate Milward in
James, who played the role of Cogsworth
Beauty & the Beast
the clock. The cast were commended with
rave reviews! Congratulations to everyone
involved with the production of Beauty and
the Beast.
Joan Patch (McClelland 1943)
celebrated her 90th Birthday
in February. Several Loreto
girls attended celebrations at
the Golf Club that Joan and
her husband constructed at
Carrara on the Gold Coast. It
is now called Emerald Lakes.
They retired 25 years ago on
Joan’s 65th birthday, selling to
Nifsan at that time.
Kimberley Jack (Geraghty
1999) and her husband
Cameron have been
posted to the UK in their
roles within the Department
of Defence. They are on
a 2 – 3 year posting and
loving every moment.
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Loreto Ring
How to order your Loreto ring:
The opportunity to purchase a Loreto ring
is available to all Loreto College Coorparoo
alumni. This beautiful ring provides you
with a special link to your years at Loreto
and connects you to the many past pupils
of Loreto schools throughout Australia.
1.Tell us your ring size.
Visit the College, or your local jeweller to find out your ring
size. Remember to measure the finger on which you wish to
wear your ring. No returns due to incorrect sizing.
2. Fill in the order form and send it to the College.
Forms can be obtained from our website
(www.loreto.qld.edu.au/community/past-pupils/loreto-rings/)
or from the College (Mrs Trish Willing Ph: 3394 9999)
3. Collect your ring from the College.
Rings cannot be posted.
Timing: Orders are generally placed at one time each year to accommodate our graduating Year 12s. Orders received by the end of
May are filled by November. Orders received after 1st October are included in the following year’s order. Let us know if you
require faster delivery.
Community Relations & Development
We recently welcomed Ms Terry Hamilton
to the role of Community Relations &
Development Manager. As a past pupil
(1989), Terry is particularly excited about
her new role working closely with the
Loreto community, and helping to deliver
the Master Plan that will benefit Loreto
students for many years to come. With a
background in both corporate and notfor-profit organisations, Terry brings a
wide range of marketing and community
development experience from the urban
development, youth, mental health,
environmental sustainability and education
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sectors. Terry can be contacted by
phoning 07 3394 9957 or emailing
[email protected]
We would also like to sincerely thank Mrs
Catherine Shipton, our first Community
Relations & Development Manager, who
has taken up a position at the Brisbane
Catholic Education Office. Catherine’s work
across our community, particularly with
the Past Pupils’ Association and the P & F
Association, was very greatly appreciated.
We know she will continue her relationship
with the College and look forward to her
on-going friendship and support.
(L-R) Newly appointed Community Relations
& Development Manager, Terry Hamilton,
and Communications & Enrolments Manager,
Emma Beach
Federation 2015
Dare to be True
Loreto Federation – 17–19 April 2015
Members of the Loreto Coorparoo Past
Pupils’ Association attended the 29th
Loreto Federation in Ballarat – a very
fitting location as it was the first Loreto
school established in Australia 140
years ago by Mother Gonzaga Barry.
The theme this year, Dare to be True,
was comprehensively addressed by so
many high calibre speakers from diverse
professional backgrounds who shared
their stories, their influences and their
visions. The Hon Mary Delahunty was an
excellent master of ceremonies for the
weekend, and the Hon Quentin Bryce
AD CVO, and Kate Torney, the Australian
Broadcasting Corporation’s Director of
News, and Ballarat past pupil, were two of
the many inspiring speakers.
As always happens, Federation “firsttimers” consistently leave the weekend
enriched in so many ways and often
wonder why they have never been
before! Anthea Newcombe (Wright
1998), a past pupil and current member
of the teaching staff, said, “Attending
Loreto Federation was a transformative
experience. With speakers addressing
their work and challenges in areas
ranging from astrophysics to programs
in the developing world, the conference
heard from women who truly live Mother
Gonzaga Barry’s exhortation to “leave
something after you on which others may
build”. These speakers issued a call to all
Loreto women to “lean in and change the
world.”
Another member of the teaching staff,
Marie Shaw, reflected:
“As a first-timer, Loreto Federation was
an impressive experience. The historical
occasion, the backgrounds of the
speakers and the general organisation
were superb. Also, the shared spirit, the
warm camaraderie and generous good will
of those attending were palpable for me.
The legacy of Federation will linger on for
me for the two years until the next one.”
On a practical note the delegates worked
to redraft the Federation Constitution and
to form the 2015 resolution to take back
to their own Past Pupils’ Association. The
adopted resolution is:
Inspired by the vision of Mary Ward and
Gonzaga Barry, and by the example of
Pope Francis, we resolve to reclaim the
freshness of the Gospels. We will explore
more tangible means of harvesting the
immense social and intellectual capital
of the Loreto Family and find effective
ways to improve the lives of the poor, the
vulnerable, and the marginalised.
The Federation organisers, led so
capably by Meg Barry, provided wonderful
hospitality and are to be congratulated.
The challenging and inspirational program
was complimented with beautiful liturgies
and the joy that comes from sharing
Loreto music. The sound of so many
women (and men) joining together in
singing the Holiday Hymn is always a
highlight of the weekend!
Martine Whitton
Immediate Past President
Loreto Past Pupils’ Association Inc.
The Queensland contingent at Federation
REUNION DATE CLAIMERS
Senior Past Pupils (50 Years+ /1965+) Mass and Lunch
Class of 1995 20 year Reunion
We warmly invite our Senior Past Pupils to join the College
community for Semester Two Mass followed by a reunion lunch.
Date:Thursday 30 July 2015 at 10.00am for 10.15am
Venue:Mass in the Mary Ward Centre followed by lunch
in Cruci
Contact:Ms Terry Hamilton 3394 9957,
[email protected]
Date: Saturday 17 October 2015
Venue: Alfred & Constance, Fortitude Valley
Contact: Christina Ong (George) 0408 702 302 or
Elene Kyranakos 0417 642 091
Facebook:Search ‘Loreto95’
Class of 1965 50 year Luncheon Reunion
Date: Saturday 22 August at 7.00pm
Venue: Fox Hotel, 71 Melbourne St, Sth Brisbane
Cost:$65.00 (inc. 3 hour drink package and canapes)
Payment by 30 June.
Contact: Chantal Hargreaves 0402 528 438
Date:Wednesday 5 August 2015 at 12.00pm
Venue:
Continental Café, 21 Barker Street, New Farm
Cost:$55per head payable in advance to Denzil Mills
Contact: For more details please contact Denzil
on 0447 674 128
Class of 1975 40 year Reunion
Date:Saturday 5 September 2015 6.30 – 11.00pm
Venue:‘Hundred Acre Bar’, St Lucia Golf Links,
Carawa St, St Lucia
Cost:$75 (inc. substantial finger food & champagne
on arrival. Cash bar)
Contact:Jane Sizer (Macfarlane) 0417 743 391
[email protected] or
Margot Rasmussen (Gallagher) 0414 878 724
[email protected]
Class of 2005 10 year Reunion
Class of 2010 5 year Reunion Details to come!
Contact:
Bianca Zouppas [email protected]
or Caitlin Finn [email protected]
Class of 2014 1 year Reunion
Date:
Friday 31 July at 3.30pm
Venue:
Loreto Tasting Garden
Contact:Ms Terry Hamilton 3394 9957,
[email protected]
Loreto Chronicle – 13
Awards 2014
Honour Pockets
Special Awards
It is a tradition at Loreto Coorparoo to recognise student achievement and contribution to College life by awarding Honour Pockets.
Honour Pockets are awarded to Year 12 students at the end of Semesters I & II and to Years 8 to 11 students in Semester II.
Congratulations to the following Honour Pocket recipients for 2014:
Each year, a number of special prizes are awarded to
students who have made an outstanding contribution
to the College community and whose spirit, talent and
commitment are an inspiration to others.
Year 11
Year 12
NAME
SEMESTER 2
NAME
SEMESTER 2
Alyssa Bell
SEMESTER 1
Academic Excellence
Grace Capelli
Academic Excellence
Madeleine Baker
Music
Ainsley Carter
Music
Nikita Bedwell
Music & School Spirit
Lauren Causer
Academic Excellence
Wade Bilton
Service to Sport
Georgia Christie
Music & Academic
Excellence
Mathilda Day
Academic Excellence
Marcie Bakker
Academic Excellence
Sarah Bryant
Academic Excellence
Academic Excellence
Greta Carlson
Academic Excellence
Academic Excellence
Amy Castorina
Bridget Clark
Service to Sport – Tennis &
Academic Excellence
Sophie Dibley
Julia Edwards
Grea Effeney
Music & Academic
Excellence
Music & Academic
Excellence
Academic Excellence
Lauren Effeney
Music & Academic
Excellence
Lauren Gleed
Music
Academic Excellence
Rachel Larkin
Academic Excellence
School Spirit
Georgia Mulderry
Academic Excellence
Academic Excellence
Lucy Nielson
Music
Megan O’Connor
Academic Excellence
Kate O’Sullivan
Music
Lucia Palacios
Academic Excellence
Rachelle Pinto
Music
Eleanor Pratt
Academic Excellence
Mathilda Ruffin
Academic Excellence
D’Arcy Ertel
Academic Excellence
Renita Fernandes
Music
Ciane Gallenti
Guilfoyle
Music
Michelle Godwin
Academic Excellence
Prue Hempel
School Spirit
Caitlin Hunter
Academic Excellence
Meg Ingram
Music & Academic Excellence Academic Excellence
Mary Savva
Academic Excellence
Laura Kenyon
Academic Excellence
Academic Excellence
Lucy Towner
Music
Sarah King
Academic Excellence
School Spirit
& Academic Excellence
Georgia Klinakis
School Spirit
Melanie Klinakis
Service to Sport – Tennis &
Academic Excellence
Madeleine Lloyd
Academic Excellence
Rebecca Marshall
Public Speaking, Service
to Sport – Cross Country &
Academic Excellence
Abbey Martin
Music & Academic Excellence Academic Excellence
Academic Excellence
Music & Academic
Excellence
Academic Excellence
Year 10
SEMESTER 2
Izabella Cehajic
Music
Violet Chan
Music
Jessica Galpin
Academic Excellence
Music
Matilda Ingram
Academic Excellence
Claudia Miotti
School Spirit
Tayla Jansen
Academic Excellence
Chantel Morris
Academic Excellence
Anna King
Music & Academic
Excellence
Anastasia O’Brien
Service to Sport – Water Polo School Spirit
Emma McMahon
Kate Milward
School Spirit
Shannon O’Connor
Debating & Academic
Excellence
NAME
SEMESTER 2
Georgia Bishop-Cash
Swimming
Academic Excellence
Academic Excellence
Academic Excellence
Rebecca Smith
Academic Excellence
Jessica Gagliarde
Academic Excellence
Academic Excellence
Emily Galpin
Academic Excellence
Academic Excellence
Arabeth Ireland
Academic Excellence
Taylor Whitewood
Academic Excellence
Madelyn Kelley
Academic Excellence
Frances Wong
Music & Academic
Excellence
Charlotte Kenyon
Academic Excellence
Grace King
Academic Excellence
Miriam Kwong
Academic Excellence
Jessica Liddy
Academic Excellence
Teagan Lindsay
Academic Excellence
Victoria Lopez Vaquero
Academic Excellence
School Spirit & Academic
Excellence
Service to Sport
& Service to Netball
Academic Excellence
Academic Excellence
Sheridan Tully
Academic Excellence
Academic Excellence
Jacqueline West
School Spirit
Hannah Wixted
Service to Sport
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Year 8
Sophie Donovan
Christina Stephanos
Austen Whitewood
School Spirit
Academic Excellence
MARGARET MACFARLANE AWARD FOR
JUNIOR SPORTSWOMAN OF THE YEAR
Helena Beiers
Academic Excellence
Madeleine Taylor
Luciana Vorkas
MOYA HICKEY AWARD FOR RELIGION
(YEAR 10)
Frances Wong
Daniella Pham
Music & Academic Excellence
Elizabeth Stephen
SR DOMINIC JONES AWARD FOR SCHOOL
SPIRIT (YEAR 10)
Frances Wong
Water Polo
Hannah Radvan
Erin Stafford
ALLISON LAZENBY AWARD FOR SENIOR
SPORTSWOMAN OF THE YEAR
Georgia Johnson
Sylvana Diakogeorge
Academic Excellence
Academic Excellence
SR JULIANA COUGHLAN CREATIVE ARTS
AWARD (YEAR 12)
Kate Milward
Academic Excellence
Academic Excellence
Meghan Shannon
SR HELEN SALTER/CARROLL FAMILY AWARD
FOR MATHEMATICS (YEAR 12)
Sarah King
Academic Excellence
Bridget Pekin
Music
SR THÉRÈSE DALY AWARD FOR ENGLISH
(YEAR 12)
Sarah King
Julia Palmer
Service to Sport
– Netball & Basketball
Chloe Schmidt
SR ROSARIO NORTH AWARD FOR
ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE (YEAR 12)
Sarah King
Brigitte Mastry
Service to Sport - Volleyball
Music
SR MARIA WELCH AWARD FOR JUSTICE
(YEAR 12)
Nikita Bedwell
Abigail Clark
Mia Page
Melissa Roberts
AMANDA MILLIGAN MEMORIAL AWARD
FOR FELICITY (YEAR 12)
Anastasia O’Brien
SR CLAIRE GARDINER AWARD FOR
SCIENCE (YEAR 10)
Matilda Ingram
NAME
School Spirit & Academic
Excellence
Congratulations to the following students:
Year 9
NAME
SEMESTER 2
Grace Marshall
Academic Excellence
Helena Beiers
Academic Excellence
Anna Mullins
Academic Excellence
Sophie Capell
Academic Excellence
Sarah Roberts
Academic Excellence
Leah Condoleon
Academic Excellence
Gemma St Ledger
Academic Excellence
Charlotte Coorey
Academic Excellence
Hannah Underwood
Academic Excellence
Sophia Dabinett
Academic Excellence
Olivia Vedelago
Academic Excellence
Bronte Finn
Academic Excellence
Julia Wands
Academic Excellence
Philippa Leask
Academic Excellence
Stephanie White
Academic Excellence
Katelyn Pertnikovs
Academic Excellence
Mia Wong
Academic Excellence
Year 12 2014 Destinations
NAME
DESTINATION
NAME
DESTINATION
NAME
DESTINATION
ARTHURSON,
Zoe
Bachelor of Teaching/Bachelor of Arts
(Secondary) at Australian Catholic University
HINSCH, Lauren
Bachelor of Human Services at
The University of Qld
O’HANLON,
Keeleigh
Bachelor of Social Work at Griffith University
BAKER,
Madeleine
Bachelor of Creative Industries at the Qld
University of Technology
Bachelor of Urban and Environmental Planning
HUGHES, Colette
at Griffith University
OWEN, Ruby
Bachelor of Primary Education at Griffith
University
Bachelor of International Studies at The
University of Qld
Bachelor of Entertainment/Business
Management at JMC Academy
Diploma of Fashion Styling at the Australian College
BEDWELL, Nikita of Professional Styling/Diploma of Event Management
at TAFE Qld & a Diploma of Music Performance
BAKKER, Marcie
HUNTER, Caitlin
Bachelor of Psychological Science at
The University of Qld
PADHEE, Anandi
BASSILE,
Lourdes
HUTCHINGS,
Ellie
Bachelor of Psychological Science at The
University of Qld
Working full time
PAGE, Mia
Bachelor of Nursing at The University of Qld
INGRAM, Meg
Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours)) at
The University of Qld
JUILLERAT,
Lauren
Bachelor of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences at
The University of Qld
PAHOLSKI,
Aimee
Diploma of Dental Technology at TAFE Qld
Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice
Working Full Time at Griffith University
PAPASTERGOU,
Maria
Working Full Time
PEKIN, Bridget
Doctor of Medicine (MD) (Provisional Entry for
School-Leavers) at The University of Qld
PLUMRIDGE,
Amy
Bachelor of Exercise and Movement Science at
the Qld University of Technology
QUINN, Nicole
Bachelor of Psychological Science at Griffith
University
RADVAN, Hannah
Bachelor of Veterinary Science at The
University of Qld
RAISON, Abigail
Bachelor of Branded Fashion at Billy Blue
College
ROBERTS, Lily
Bachelor of Nursing at Griffith University
ROBERTS,
Melissa
Bachelor of Design (Landscape Architecture) at
the Qld University of Technology
SCHMIDT, Chloe
Bachelor of Communication/Bachelor of
Psychology at The University of Qld
SHANNON,
Meghan
Bachelor of Arts at The University of Qld
SIMMS, Tahlia
Working Full Time
SO, Vania
Bachelor of Science at The University of Qld
STAFFORD, Erin
Bachelor of Business - International at the Qld
University of Technology
STEIN, Gabrielle
Bachelor of Communication/Bachelor of Arts at
The University of Qld
STEPHEN,
Elizabeth
Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Creative
Industries at the Qld University of Technology
STEVENS, Kira
Bachelor of Mass Communication at the Qld
University of Technology
STITZ, Danica
Bachelor of Education (Primary) at Australian
Catholic University
STRETEN, Kira
Diploma of Events at TAFE Qld
STUBBS, Jemma
Bachelor of Speech Pathology at Australian
Catholic University
TALBOT, Grace
Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of International
Business at Griffith University
TAPSALL,
Annabel
Bachelor of Education (Primary) at The
University of Qld
TAUBERT,
Genevieve
Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Psychology) at
the Qld University of Technology
TAYLOR, Emily
Bachelor of International Studies at The
University of Qld
TAYLOR,
Madeleine
Bachelor of Economics at The University of Qld
TOOHEY, Sarah
Diploma of Accounting at The Southbank
Institute of Technology
TOSONI, Nadia
Bachelor of Nursing at Australian Catholic
University
TRAVASINO,
Brianna
Diploma of Nursing (Enrolled-Division 2) at
TAFE Qld
TSOUMBARAS,
Eftihia
Working full time
TULLY, Sheridan
Bachelor of Design at Griffith University
VARCADOS,
Mersina
Bachelor of Pharmacy at the Qld University of
Technology
VORKAS,
Luciana
Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Media and
Communication the Qld University of Technology
WALL, Emily
Working Full Time
WATSON, Kirsty
Working Full Time
WEST,
Jacqueline
Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Information
Technology at the Qld University of Technology
WHITE, Olivia
Bachelor of Environmental Management
(Honours) at The University of Qld
BELAS, Aliki
Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
at TAFE Qld
BELL, Alyssa
Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Sciences
(Honours) at The University of Qld
KELLY, Brigid
Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Arts at
Griffith University
BELLOS, Jana
Bachelor of Education (Primary) at Australian
Catholic University
KENYON, Laura
Bachelor of Medical Imaging at the Qld
University of Technology
BILTON, Wade
Bachelor of Business at Griffith University
Bachelor of Social Science at The University
KERWIN, Mikaela
of Qld
Working full time
KILLIN, Kyroe
Diploma of Justice Studies at TAFE Qld
KILVINGTON,
Tyler
Bachelor of Business at Griffith University
KING, Sarah
Doctor of Medicine (MD) (Provisional Entry for
School-Leavers) at The University of Qld
BLAND, Victoria
BROWN, Breanna Bachelor of Arts at The University of Qld
BRYANT, Sarah
Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Mathematics at
the Qld University of Technology
CARLSON, Greta
Bachelor of Business Management/Bachelor of
Arts at The University of Qld
CARMODY,
Rebecca
Working Full Time
CARNEY, Lauren Diploma in Beauty Therapy at Australis College
CASTORINA,
Amy
CHAPMAN,
Rachael
CHASTON,
Teagan
Bachelor of Business at the Qld University of
Technology
CHRIST, Isabella
Working Full Time
CLARK, Bridget
Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance Performance) at
the Qld University of Technology
COLLINS, Olivia
Bachelor of Exercise and Health Science at
Australian Catholic University
COOTE,
Georgina
Bachelor of Business Management/Bachelor of
Arts at The University of Qld
CRAN, Rylee
Bachelor of International Tourism and Hotel
Management at Griffith University
Working Full Time
Bachelor of Science at the Qld University of
Technology
CRAPNELL, Amy Working Full Time
DA SILVA,
Ashleigh
Bachelor of Exercise and Health Science at
Australian Catholic University
DA-RIN DEBachelor of Science at The University of Qld
BARBERA, Claire
DALTON, Hannah
Bachelor of Science at The University of Qld
KLEOUDIS,
Hannah
KLINAKIS,
Georgia
Bachelor of Arts at Griffith University
Bachelor of Business at the Qld University of
Technology
KLINAKIS,
Melanie
Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Fine Arts
(Creative and Professional Writing) at the Qld
University of Technology
KNOX, AlyshaMaree
Working Full Time
KNUDSEN,
Madeleine
Bachelor of Arts at Griffith University
KOPRIVCIC,
Veronika
Bachelor of Science at The University of Qld
KOUZOUKAS,
Liana
Working Full Time
LECATSAS,
Kristina
Bachelor of Occupational Therapy at Australian
Catholic University
LLOYD,
Madeleine
Bachelor of International Studies at
The University of Qld
LONGWORTH,
Grace
Bachelor of Nursing at Griffith University
LYNN, Megan
Bachelor of Biomedical Science at the Qld
University of Technology
MARSHALL,
Rebecca
Doctor of Medicine (MD) (Provisional Entry for
School-Leavers) at The University of Qld
MARTIN, Abbey
Bachelor of Occupational Therapy at
The University of Qld
MCCOWAN,
Darcy-Rae
Bachelor of Business at Griffith University
MCEWAN, Emma
Bachelor of Communication/Bachelor of Arts at
The University of Qld
MCGOVERN,
Kate
Bachelor of Education (Primary) at Australian
Catholic University
MCKECHNIE,
Shania
Working Full Time
DORAN,
Adrianne
Bachelor of Nursing/Bachelor of Behavioural
Science (Psychology) at the Qld University of
Technology
Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Creative
Industries at the Qld University of Technology
Bachelor of Environmental Management at The
University of Qld
EDWARDS, Julia
Bachelor of Business Management/Bachelor of
Arts at The University of Qld
MCMAHON,
Emma
Bachelor of Business at the Qld University of
Technology
EISENTRAGER,
Kess
Bachelor of Science at the Qld University of
Technology
METEYARD, Kate
Bachelor of Nursing/Bachelor of Paramedicine at
Australian Catholic University
ELLIOT, Morgan
Bachelor of Psychological Science at Griffith
University
MILLER, Keeley
Bachelor of Film and Television Media at the
University of Southern Qld
ERTEL, D’Arcy
Bachelor of Justice/Bachelor of Laws (Honours)
at the Qld University of Technology
MILWARD, Kate
Bachelor of Creative Industries/Bachelor of Laws
(Honours) at the Qld University of Technology
FARDOULYS,
Sophia
Bachelor of Media and Communication at the
Qld University of Technology
MIOTTI, Claudia
Bachelor of Business Management/Bachelor of
Arts at The University of Qld
FEENEY, Kaitlyn
Bachelor of International Tourism and Hotel
Management at Griffith University
MOLONEY,
Stephanie
Bachelor of International Tourism and Hotel
Management at Griffith University
FERNANDES,
Renita
Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Laws
(Honours) at the Qld University of Technology
MOORE, Jemima
Bachelor of Economics and Political Science at
The University of Qld
GALLENTIGUILFOYLE, Ciane
Bachelor of Creative Industries (Fashion) at the
Qld University of Technology
MOORE, Zoe
Gap year and working
GEARY, Nichola
Bachelor of Social Science at The University
of Qld
MORRIS, Chantel
Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Laws (Honours)
– at The University of Qld
GELLWEILER,
Elise
Bachelor of Photography at Griffith University
MURPHY,
Catherine
Bachelor of Mass Communication at the Qld
University of Technology
GHIRALDELLI,
Carla
Bachelor of Nursing at Australian Catholic
University
NASH, Lucy
Bachelor of Speech Pathology at Australian
Catholic University
GODWIN,
Michelle
Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Sciences
(Honours) at The University of Qld
NGUYEN, Emily
Bachelor of Applied Public Health at Australian
Catholic University
GRAY, Rebecca
Bachelor of Nursing at the Qld University of
Technology
NICHOL, Ashlee
Working Full Time
GUARDALA,
Olivia
Bachelor of Nursing at Australian Catholic
University
NORRIS, Julia
HAMID, Firyal
Farid
Bachelor of Information Technology at CQ
University
NOVIC, Sarah
HAYES, Emily
Working Full Time
O’BRIEN, Anastasia
Bachelor of Arts at The University of Qld
HEMPEL, PRUE
Bachelor of Business at the Qld University of
Technology
O’CONNOR,
SHANNON
Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of International
Business at Griffith University
DEMPSEY, Sara
DIBLEY, Sophie
Bachelor of Psychological Science/Bachelor
of Criminology and Criminal Justice at Griffith
University
Bachelor of Exercise and Movement Science at
the Qld University of Technology
Bachelor of Business Management/Bachelor of
Arts at The University of Qld
Diploma of Hotel Management/Bachelor of
WIXTED, Hannah International Tourism and Hotel Management at
Griffith University
Bachelor of Nutrition Science at the Qld
YOULES, Louise
University of Technology
ZENONOS,
Bachelor of Commerce at Griffith University
Chrisanthi
WILCOX, Greta
ZILS, Zoe
Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Creative Industries
(Entertainment) at the Qld University of Technology
Loreto Chronicle – 15
BIRTHS
MARRIAGES
To Cara (Dickie 1998) (staff) and
James Fox, a daughter Charlotte
Grace, sister to Isabella
Charlotte Grace Fox
To Amy (Little 2001) and Brad
Parry, a son Spencer Brian John
Rachel Clarke (2006) and Michael Jarman
Leah South (2011) and Travis Price
Stephanie Power (2005) and Brent Mlady
Marissa Calligeros (2005) and Gianni Lucchi
Eleni Demetriou (2005) and Gregory Kalligeros
(L-R) Hugh Green, Rachel
Jarman (Clarke 2006),
Michael Jarman & Jessica
Temple (Clarke 2004)
(L–R) Elle Jones (2006),
Felicity Cox (2006), Rachel Jarman
(Clarke 2006) & Jasmine Sue (2006)
Stephanie (Power 2005) and
Brent Mlady were married on
8 March at Tamborine Mountain
To Emma (Schofield 2002) and
Greg O’Neill, a daughter Isla, sister
to Oliver
To Claire (staff) and
Simon Matheson, a daughter
Brigitte Claudia, sister to Alexandra
Leah and Travis Price were married on 17 January at
Saints Peter and Paul’s church, Bulimba, with many of
the wedding party past pupils of Loreto and Villanova.
(L–R) Joshua Tomarchio (Villanova 2011),
Michael Ponticello (Villanova 2011), David Campbell
(Villanova 2011), Nathaniel Price (Villanova 2008),
Travis Price (Villanova 2011), Leah Price (South 2011),
Erica South (2009), Rachel Quinn, Lydia Carstensen
(2011), Madeline Pratt (2011)
Marissa (Calligeros 2005) and Gianni
Lucchi were married on 11 October
2014 at Saint George’s Greek Orthodox
Church, South Brisbane, followed by a
blessing at St Mary’s Catholic Church,
South Brisbane, where the groom’s
grandparents were married. The
groom’s Italian relatives who travelled
from Italy, ordered a Papal Blessing on
parchment and brought it to Australia
as part of their wedding gift. The
reception was held at The Greek Club
and it was a night filled with plenty of
Italian and Greek gusto!
Double trouble for the Phelan sisters!
Our wonderful community partners from Edge
Orthodontics, Angie Phelan (1997) and husband
Lachlan Crowther, welcomed boy girl twins, Yvette
and Cameron, in March. Would you believe Angie’s
sister Trina (Phelan 1995) and her husband
Sean McColl also had boy girl twins, Sianna
and Leo, almost 2 years ago!
ENGAGEMENTS
Camille McDermott (2004)
and Tenielle Marshall
Christina Iezzi (2001)
and Ben Luke
Christina Iezzi
and Ben Luke
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(L-R) Gabriella Lucchi (2014),
Marissa Lucchi (Calligeros
2005) & Renee Calligeros
(2011)
DEATHS
Margaret Brayshaw (Waller 1948)
Owen Stanley-Jones, husband of Felicity
(Parer 1962) and father of Rachelle Finch
(Jones 1989)
Janet Gillman, mother of Rebecca (2012)
and Jessica (2013)
Sr Margaret Murphy IBVM (1956), sister of
Clare Edwards (1967)
Louise Godwin, mother of Mary Blacket
(1971), Jane O’Hare (1975), Kathleen
Waldron (1977) and Helen Godwin (1979)
(deceased)
Earle Rawlings, grandfather of
Georgia Williams (2015) and Catherine
Williams (2011)
Anne Hebel (Kennedy 1945), mother
of Christine Carrick (1968) (deceased),
Catherine and Jennie Carrick (1969)
Graham Hardy (1937), husband of Audrey,
grandfather of Frances (2006) and
Elizabeth (2009) Coolee, cousin of
Gail (1970) and Gillian (1969) Wyeth
Sr Anne Hulme IBVM
Jill Leifels, mother of Kerrie (1988) and
Susan (1990)
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J7078 PCGA
Isla O’Neill
(L-R) Paolo Melluso (St Laurence’s 2003),
Christalla Dimitrious, Sam Demetriou
(St Laurence’s 2008), Agapi Kalligeros (Year 11),
Gregory Kalligeros (St Laurence’s 2004),
Eleni Kalligeros (Demetriou 2005), Lauren Kassos
(2005), Nick Zivandinovic, Panayiota Demetriou
(2007), Vasili Kalligeros (St Laurence’s 2002)