Welcome
Message from the OSA President
APRIL 2024
Dear Old Scholars
Welcome to the April edition of the OSA Connections Newsletter.
The first term is always a busy but very enjoyable beginning to the year. Throughout the newsletter there are fantastic photos from our Bridge and Mahjong Day, a special lunch in honour of Old Scholar Jill Goldsmith nee Maxwell (1952), as well as the St Hilda’s Foundation cocktail party.
Also, some wonderful news of achievements from our inspiring Old Scholar community, as well as a historic win by the 2024 IGSSA St Hilda’s Swimming Team. No doubt seeing the photos of our girls swimming will bring back many memories for past old scholar swimmers. Congratulations on a wonderful start to the year.
The Bridge and Mahjong Day was hosted in the beautiful Heritage Centre. It was a gorgeous day, and as a committee, we appreciate all the Old Scholars and friends who attended as it is one of our annual scholarship fundraising events. Special thanks must go to Treffina Dowland, Jill Binning, and Lizzie Warburton for ensuring the day was so enjoyable.
Many thanks also to the St Hilda’s School Foundation for hosting the ‘Under the Stars Cocktail Party’. It was a beautiful evening enjoyed by many Old Scholars.
The next event on our OSA calendar is our Year Representative Drinks, hosted at the Heritage Centre on the Bay View campus on Thursday 18 April. We greatly appreciate the year representatives in keeping our community informed and connected and are looking forward to an evening catching up.
We are excited about the upcoming OSA Bazaar on 11 May 2024, starting at 9:00am until 2:00pm. It is a great day of fun with local small business vendors and OSA stalls, as well as a teahouse serving a delicious lunch, as well as morning and afternoon tea in the PAC foyer. The beautiful St Hilda’s Boarders' stall is back again, offering beautiful gifts and homegrown produce.
Find more information on the Bazaar 2024 below, and a link to volunteer or donate items to assist us with this event.
Warm regards,
Jane Barker (1986)
President of the GHS & St Hilda's Old Scholars Association
Message from the OSA President
APRIL 2024
Dear Old Scholars
Welcome to the April edition of the OSA Connections Newsletter.
The first term is always a busy but very enjoyable beginning to the year. Throughout the newsletter there are fantastic photos from our Bridge and Mahjong Day, a special lunch in honour of Old Scholar Jill Goldsmith nee Maxwell (1952), as well as the St Hilda’s Foundation cocktail party.
Also, some wonderful news of achievements from our inspiring Old Scholar community, as well as a historic win by the 2024 IGSSA St Hilda’s Swimming Team. No doubt seeing the photos of our girls swimming will bring back many memories for past old scholar swimmers. Congratulations on a wonderful start to the year.
The Bridge and Mahjong Day was hosted in the beautiful Heritage Centre. It was a gorgeous day, and as a committee, we appreciate all the Old Scholars and friends who attended as it is one of our annual scholarship fundraising events. Special thanks must go to Treffina Dowland, Jill Binning, and Lizzie Warburton for ensuring the day was so enjoyable.
Many thanks also to the St Hilda’s School Foundation for hosting the ‘Under the Stars Cocktail Party’. It was a beautiful evening enjoyed by many Old Scholars.
The next event on our OSA calendar is our Year Representative Drinks, hosted at the Heritage Centre on the Bay View campus on Thursday 18 April. We greatly appreciate the year representatives in keeping our community informed and connected and are looking forward to an evening catching up.
We are excited about the upcoming OSA Bazaar on 11 May 2024, starting at 9:00am until 2:00pm. It is a great day of fun with local small business vendors and OSA stalls, as well as a teahouse serving a delicious lunch, as well as morning and afternoon tea in the PAC foyer. The beautiful St Hilda’s Boarders' stall is back again, offering beautiful gifts and homegrown produce.
Find more information on the Bazaar 2024 below, and a link to volunteer or donate items to assist us with this event.
Warm regards,
Jane Barker (1986)
President of the GHS & St Hilda's Old Scholars Association
Young Old Scholars Upcoming Events
OSA Pilates with Ellie Brown (2015)
SUNDAY 21 APRIL 9AM - 10AM
Please join us for a free mat pilates class run by Ellie (Gabriella) Brown (2015) at Freshwaters Cafe, followed by free coffees and beverages.
The OSA will cover the cost of this event and you are also invited to linger for a free coffee afterwards. Please bring your own mat or towel and meet outside Freshwaters Cafe ready for a 9am start.
Date:
Sunday 21 April
Time:
9am - 10am
Venue
: Peppermint Grove Foreshore near Freshwaters Cafe
BYO
: Mat and water bottle
OSA Pilates with Ellie Brown (2015)
SUNDAY 21 APRIL 9AM - 10AM
Please join us for a free mat pilates class run by Ellie (Gabriella) Brown (2015) at Freshwaters Cafe, followed by free coffees and beverages.
The OSA will cover the cost of this event and you are also invited to linger for a free coffee afterwards. Please bring your own mat or towel and meet outside Freshwaters Cafe ready for a 9am start.
Date:
Sunday 21 April
Time:
9am - 10am
Venue
: Peppermint Grove Foreshore near Freshwaters Cafe
BYO
: Mat and water bottle
Upcoming Events
2024 OSA Bazaar
Saturday 11 May 9am to 2pm
Once again, the OSA will be donning their aprons and manning the stalls for the 2024 OSA Bazaar. All profits raised from the OSA Bazaar go towards funding the OSA scholarship programs.
This year’s Bazaar will be in the Great Court at the Bay View Campus on Saturday 11 May 2024, the day before Mother’s Day. A wonderful variety of stalls will be on-show, including a fantastic St Hilda’s Boarders' stall.
There is a new Bric-A-Brac stall (to promote up-cycling/recycling of second-hand goods that still have plenty of life) and we are looking for donations of any homewares, jewellery, and 2nd hand clothing in good condition.
We would also greatly appreciate your assistance and any contributions to the following OSA Stalls.
To donate please email the following:
CAKES & QUICHES
Cake Stall
WINE
Mystery Tombola Raffle
FLOWERS/PLANTS
Flower Stall
JEWELLERY/CLOTHINGAND HOMEWARES
Bric-A-Brac Stall
OSA Bazaar Volunteers
A lot of teamwork is required for the successful running of the Bazaar, we would greatly appreciate any time you can give on the day. If you are available to volunteer to assist on an OSA-run stall please sign up through the link below. The OSA-run stalls are listed with two timings available. If you have any questions, please contact me at OSAPresident@sthildas.wa.edu.au .
Thank you, in advance for your help and support. All money raised from the Bazaar goes towards helping fund the OSA scholarship program.
2024 OSA Bazaar
Saturday 11 May 9am to 2pm
Once again, the OSA will be donning their aprons and manning the stalls for the 2024 OSA Bazaar. All profits raised from the OSA Bazaar go towards funding the OSA scholarship programs.
This year’s Bazaar will be in the Great Court at the Bay View Campus on Saturday 11 May 2024, the day before Mother’s Day. A wonderful variety of stalls will be on-show, including a fantastic St Hilda’s Boarders' stall.
There is a new Bric-A-Brac stall (to promote up-cycling/recycling of second-hand goods that still have plenty of life) and we are looking for donations of any homewares, jewellery, and 2nd hand clothing in good condition.
We would also greatly appreciate your assistance and any contributions to the following OSA Stalls.
To donate please email the following:
CAKES & QUICHES
Cake Stall
WINE
Mystery Tombola Raffle
FLOWERS/PLANTS
Flower Stall
JEWELLERY/CLOTHINGAND HOMEWARES
Bric-A-Brac Stall
OSA Bazaar Volunteers
A lot of teamwork is required for the successful running of the Bazaar, we would greatly appreciate any time you can give on the day. If you are available to volunteer to assist on an OSA-run stall please sign up through the link below. The OSA-run stalls are listed with two timings available. If you have any questions, please contact me at OSAPresident@sthildas.wa.edu.au .
Thank you, in advance for your help and support. All money raised from the Bazaar goes towards helping fund the OSA scholarship program.
2024 OSA Year Representative Drinks
Our Old Scholar Year Representatives provide a vital connection to our old scholars around the world and we are very grateful for the time and effort that you each spend in reaching out to your year groups and retaining a strong community.
We are delighted to start 2024 with a full calendar of events and look forward to welcoming you for our annual OSA Year Representative drinks in the wonderful new Heritage Centre in the Old Boarders' Dining Hall. It is a great opportunity to show you this fabulous facility following the restoration of our oldest building which now showcases St Hilda's history through the years with cabinets of artifacts, interactive displays and photographs.
In appreciation of your assistance, you are invited to join the OSA Committee for drinks on
Date: Thursday 18 April
Time: 6.00pm - 8.00pm
Venue: The Heritage Centre, St Hilda's Bay View Campus
Please register by booking a ticket(so) or RSVP to
Lizzie Warburton
, Alumni Coordinator, by Monday 15 April
We would be delighted if you also brought along other OS who might be interested in being involved or sharing the responsibility.
Should you not wish to continue as the Year Rep for your cohort, and can provide a contact of someone who may have an interest in this role, please notify the Alumni Coordinator .
2024 OSA Year Representative Drinks
Our Old Scholar Year Representatives provide a vital connection to our old scholars around the world and we are very grateful for the time and effort that you each spend in reaching out to your year groups and retaining a strong community.
We are delighted to start 2024 with a full calendar of events and look forward to welcoming you for our annual OSA Year Representative drinks in the wonderful new Heritage Centre in the Old Boarders' Dining Hall. It is a great opportunity to show you this fabulous facility following the restoration of our oldest building which now showcases St Hilda's history through the years with cabinets of artifacts, interactive displays and photographs.
In appreciation of your assistance, you are invited to join the OSA Committee for drinks on
Date: Thursday 18 April
Time: 6.00pm - 8.00pm
Venue: The Heritage Centre, St Hilda's Bay View Campus
Please register by booking a ticket(so) or RSVP to
Lizzie Warburton
, Alumni Coordinator, by Monday 15 April
We would be delighted if you also brought along other OS who might be interested in being involved or sharing the responsibility.
Should you not wish to continue as the Year Rep for your cohort, and can provide a contact of someone who may have an interest in this role, please notify the Alumni Coordinator .
Recent Events
Class of 2014 - 10 Year Reunion
Thursday 28 March
Back row (L-R) - Katherine Manderson, Alice Watts, Hannah Steel, Annie Lester, Katelyn Bruinsma, Nicole Wong, Claire Zadko, Ariane Kikiros, Madeline Abrugiato (Robinett), Baby Hudson Abrugiato, Alice Campbell.
Front row (L-R) - Su-Yin Lew, Madeline Boetcher, Abigail Lyons, Ye-Jin Chang, Isabelle Leclezio, Devalina Chaliha (Rimpa), Melanie Parsons.
The Class of 2014 returned to School on the last day of term for their first 10 year reunion. 2014 was a special year group as the age of enrolment changed making just half the usual cohort of just 77 students. 18 old scholars returned for the tour of the School revisiting old haunts and coming up to date with more recent developments such as the ESSTEAM Studio and the Heritage Centre. They were joined by many more later that evening at the Claremont Hotel.
This picture was taken outside the Una Mitchell in front of a tree that was planted as a gift of the 2014 families.
Class of 2014 - 10 Year Reunion
Thursday 28 March
Back row (L-R) - Katherine Manderson, Alice Watts, Hannah Steel, Annie Lester, Katelyn Bruinsma, Nicole Wong, Claire Zadko, Ariane Kikiros, Madeline Abrugiato (Robinett), Baby Hudson Abrugiato, Alice Campbell.
Front row (L-R) - Su-Yin Lew, Madeline Boetcher, Abigail Lyons, Ye-Jin Chang, Isabelle Leclezio, Devalina Chaliha (Rimpa), Melanie Parsons.
The Class of 2014 returned to School on the last day of term for their first 10 year reunion. 2014 was a special year group as the age of enrolment changed making just half the usual cohort of just 77 students. 18 old scholars returned for the tour of the School revisiting old haunts and coming up to date with more recent developments such as the ESSTEAM Studio and the Heritage Centre. They were joined by many more later that evening at the Claremont Hotel.
This picture was taken outside the Una Mitchell in front of a tree that was planted as a gift of the 2014 families.
IGSSA Old Girls Tennis Tournament
Thursday 21 March
It was a very competitive day with only 10 games separating 2nd place to 6th place. PLC won again and we came a very close 4th. All teams played with great sportsmanship and spirit. The tennis and lovely lunch afterwards was thoroughly enjoyed by all.
The St Hilda's team had a gorgeous day out at the new Cottesloe Tennis Club venue. The team consisted of:
Michelle Atkins (Wark, 1984), Susannah Phillips (Baker, 1998), Jessie Lamond (Ladyman, 1988), Katrina Chisholm (Chisholm, 1979), Fiona Allan (Richmond, 1983), Sharon Burvill (Seymour, 1980), Sheena Storm (Richmond, 1983), Suze Watt (1982), Ari Harold (Treleaven, 1983)
Sheena Storm (1983, Richmond)
IGSSA Old Girls Tennis Tournament
Thursday 21 March
It was a very competitive day with only 10 games separating 2nd place to 6th place. PLC won again and we came a very close 4th. All teams played with great sportsmanship and spirit. The tennis and lovely lunch afterwards was thoroughly enjoyed by all.
The St Hilda's team had a gorgeous day out at the new Cottesloe Tennis Club venue. The team consisted of:
Michelle Atkins (Wark, 1984), Susannah Phillips (Baker, 1998), Jessie Lamond (Ladyman, 1988), Katrina Chisholm (Chisholm, 1979), Fiona Allan (Richmond, 1983), Sharon Burvill (Seymour, 1980), Sheena Storm (Richmond, 1983), Suze Watt (1982), Ari Harold (Treleaven, 1983)
Sheena Storm (1983, Richmond)
New Senior School Athlete Development Program Sponsored by Goldsmith Family
L-R Jo Sudlow (McCall, 1959), Lennie McCall Rush (McCall, 1955), Fiona and Geoff Goldsmith.
On Tuesday 19 March we welcomed Geoff Goldsmith to St Hilda's in honour of his late mother, Jill Goldsmith (1952, Maxwell), and following the Goldsmith family's support of the new Senior School Athlete Development Program. Geoff, and his partner Fiona, together with Old Scholar friends of Jill's, were delighted to visit the ADP program and hear directly from the students.
A memorial plaque in Jill's name was unveiled on the Chapel Memorial Wall and a light lunch was served afterwards in the Heritage Centre where special memories were shared from times gone by. A huge thank you to Jane Barker (1986) who organised an engraved trophy and spoke of the Jill Goldsmith Award, which in conjunction with the OSA, will be presented annually to a student participating in the Athlete Development Program.
New Senior School Athlete Development Program Sponsored by Goldsmith Family
L-R Jo Sudlow (McCall, 1959), Lennie McCall Rush (McCall, 1955), Fiona and Geoff Goldsmith.
On Tuesday 19 March we welcomed Geoff Goldsmith to St Hilda's in honour of his late mother, Jill Goldsmith (1952, Maxwell), and following the Goldsmith family's support of the new Senior School Athlete Development Program. Geoff, and his partner Fiona, together with Old Scholar friends of Jill's, were delighted to visit the ADP program and hear directly from the students.
A memorial plaque in Jill's name was unveiled on the Chapel Memorial Wall and a light lunch was served afterwards in the Heritage Centre where special memories were shared from times gone by. A huge thank you to Jane Barker (1986) who organised an engraved trophy and spoke of the Jill Goldsmith Award, which in conjunction with the OSA, will be presented annually to a student participating in the Athlete Development Program.
OSA Bridge & Mahjong Day
Wednesday 27 March
The Annual OSA Bridge & Mahjong Day was back in the calendar after a break of 2 years due to COVID and the building works of the Heritage Centre. It was wonderful to welcome back 68 ladies, both old scholars and friends, in their tables of four to enjoy the newly refurbished Hope Nicholas House.
The perfect weather made for a lovely day with tea and coffee on the veranda, and lunch and drinks on the other. For some it was also an opportunity to catch up with their granddaughters.
Susan James (1965, Miller) and granddaughter
Susie Breden Year 12.
Robin Smyth (1960, Meharry) and granddaughter
Grace Styles Year 8.
OSA Bridge & Mahjong Day
Wednesday 27 March
The Annual OSA Bridge & Mahjong Day was back in the calendar after a break of 2 years due to COVID and the building works of the Heritage Centre. It was wonderful to welcome back 68 ladies, both old scholars and friends, in their tables of four to enjoy the newly refurbished Hope Nicholas House.
The perfect weather made for a lovely day with tea and coffee on the veranda, and lunch and drinks on the other. For some it was also an opportunity to catch up with their granddaughters.
Susan James (1965, Miller) and granddaughter
Susie Breden Year 12.
Robin Smyth (1960, Meharry) and granddaughter
Grace Styles Year 8.
The St Hilda's School Foundation - Under the Stars Cocktail Party
Jane Barker (1986), Anna Casellas (1995), Chair of Council, and Fiona Plant.
Candice Debattista, Joanna Shields (1993, Holmes), and Katrina Downes.
A warm evening and illuminated trees provided the perfect setting for the School Foundation Gala Cocktail Party on Saturday 23 March. The MC for the evening was old Scholar Charlotte Hamlyn (2005) who is a journalist, reporter, and news presenter for the ABC.
Parents, staff and Old Scholars enjoyed an elegant evening in the Great Court mingling and dancing. The Foundation President, Damien Collins, past and current parent, spoke of the Foundation's hopes to assist the School to fund capital projects and bursaries in partnership with the community. The Foundation, which was established nearly 40 years ago, and is working hard to ensure that the School continues to evolve and enjoy long term growth for future generations.
The St Hilda's School Foundation - Under the Stars Cocktail Party
Jane Barker (1986), Anna Casellas (1995), Chair of Council, and Fiona Plant.
Candice Debattista, Joanna Shields (1993, Holmes), and Katrina Downes.
A warm evening and illuminated trees provided the perfect setting for the School Foundation Gala Cocktail Party on Saturday 23 March. The MC for the evening was old Scholar Charlotte Hamlyn (2005) who is a journalist, reporter, and news presenter for the ABC.
Parents, staff and Old Scholars enjoyed an elegant evening in the Great Court mingling and dancing. The Foundation President, Damien Collins, past and current parent, spoke of the Foundation's hopes to assist the School to fund capital projects and bursaries in partnership with the community. The Foundation, which was established nearly 40 years ago, and is working hard to ensure that the School continues to evolve and enjoy long term growth for future generations.
Reunions
OSA Notices
Old Scholar News
Wedding Announcements
Philippa (Hood, 2006) and Andrew Prior
9 December 2023
On 9 December 2023 Philippa Hood (2006) married Andrew Prior at the Whitby Chapel, at St Hilda's. It was the last service presided over by Father Frank Sheehan as School Chaplain before he retired.
The bride was attended to by her sister Elizabeth Giroud (Hood, 2000) and old school friends from the Class of 2006; Kirsty Oxenbridge (Packer), Ella Telfer (Cuccovia), Gabrielle Prendiville (Pugh), Kate Dennis, Brigitte Green (Sutton), Alizanne Kelly, Annabel Wheeler (Shellabear).
Philippa and Andrew became engaged on a holiday in Paris in June 2023, and enjoyed the summer with family and friends in the South West. They will look to revisit Europe for an official honeymoon in 2024.
Tank, the staffy dog, also joined the ceremony. Guests walked down to the Hood residence on Johnston Street for a reception including drinks, dinner and dancing.
Wedding Announcements
Philippa (Hood, 2006) and Andrew Prior
9 December 2023
On 9 December 2023 Philippa Hood (2006) married Andrew Prior at the Whitby Chapel, at St Hilda's. It was the last service presided over by Father Frank Sheehan as School Chaplain before he retired.
The bride was attended to by her sister Elizabeth Giroud (Hood, 2000) and old school friends from the Class of 2006; Kirsty Oxenbridge (Packer), Ella Telfer (Cuccovia), Gabrielle Prendiville (Pugh), Kate Dennis, Brigitte Green (Sutton), Alizanne Kelly, Annabel Wheeler (Shellabear).
Philippa and Andrew became engaged on a holiday in Paris in June 2023, and enjoyed the summer with family and friends in the South West. They will look to revisit Europe for an official honeymoon in 2024.
Tank, the staffy dog, also joined the ceremony. Guests walked down to the Hood residence on Johnston Street for a reception including drinks, dinner and dancing.
Old Scholar Attends the 2024 Oscars
Our huge congratulations to Jordana Ripp (2000) who contacted St Hilda's this week with a career update. She has been working in Hollywood for about 10 years, previously for Sony Pictures and now as a Digital Talent Manager. She achieved a career milestone on Sunday by attending the 2024 Oscar’s with one of her digital clients who was selected to create content on the carpet and at the ceremony on behalf of The Academy.
"It was an overwhelming experience coming from Perth as a film student and working my way up to where I am today. I’ve worked at many red carpets over the years but finally made it to the biggest one of them all."
Jordana Ripp with Oscar and with Vanessa Hudgens
Old Scholar Attends the 2024 Oscars
Our huge congratulations to Jordana Ripp (2000) who contacted St Hilda's this week with a career update. She has been working in Hollywood for about 10 years, previously for Sony Pictures and now as a Digital Talent Manager. She achieved a career milestone on Sunday by attending the 2024 Oscar’s with one of her digital clients who was selected to create content on the carpet and at the ceremony on behalf of The Academy.
"It was an overwhelming experience coming from Perth as a film student and working my way up to where I am today. I’ve worked at many red carpets over the years but finally made it to the biggest one of them all."
Jordana Ripp with Oscar and with Vanessa Hudgens
Year of 1961 Luncheon to celebrate UK based Old Scholar
Lunch was given for Kerry Gibb (Colquhoun-Denvers) who flew out from the UK to catch up with old school friends from Class of 1961 and others. Kerry and her husband Andrew live on a farm in Norfolk and she was last here twelve years ago.
Sally O'Connor was also present at the lunch and returned to the UK the following week after four months in WA.
Image: LtoR Judy Robertson (Negus), Isobel Isbister (Wright), Trish Steadman (Fulton), Kerry Gibb (Colquhoun-Denvers), Jan Lord (Ransom), Ruth Phelps (Rowell), Sally O'Connor Burt).
Year of 1961 Luncheon to celebrate UK based Old Scholar
Lunch was given for Kerry Gibb (Colquhoun-Denvers) who flew out from the UK to catch up with old school friends from Class of 1961 and others. Kerry and her husband Andrew live on a farm in Norfolk and she was last here twelve years ago.
Sally O'Connor was also present at the lunch and returned to the UK the following week after four months in WA.
Image: LtoR Judy Robertson (Negus), Isobel Isbister (Wright), Trish Steadman (Fulton), Kerry Gibb (Colquhoun-Denvers), Jan Lord (Ransom), Ruth Phelps (Rowell), Sally O'Connor Burt).
VALE
We are very sad to announce the passing of the following old scholars from the Class of 1944:
Mavis Glaskin (Scott, 1944)
8 April 1926 - 18 February 2024
Mavis Glaskin (Scott, 1944) passed away peacefully in the early hours of Sunday 18 February at the age of 97.
Condolences are extended to her four children Darrall, Gaye, Scott and Fiona and their families. Mavis will be long remembered by all those who knew her as a champion golfer and beautiful, kind lady passionate about her golf and Nedlands Golf Club.
Margaret Whyte (Terry, 1944)
31 December 1926 - 4 March 2024
Margaret Whyte (nee Terry), sadly passed away in Sydney on the 4 March 2024, aged 97 years. She was a pupil at St Hilda's School from 1934 until 1942 when she prematurely left to complete a secretarial course as her mother thought it was very important to have a skill with the threat of a Japanese invasion during the Second World War.
She moved from Perth to Melbourne with her husband in 1962 and had a son, Ross, and daughter, Robyn. The family later moved to Sydney in 1970.
Margaret often spoke fondly of her schooling at St Hilda's and particularly loved the blue blazers. She also talked about the ammonite fossils from Whitby, as her maternal grandfather was born and raised in Whitby, in a seafaring family
If you have any questions, stories or updates, or want to send news of Old Scholars: deaths, weddings and newborns, please contact:
Alumni Coordinator
oldscholars@sthildas.wa.edu.au
T: 9285 4228
VALE
We are very sad to announce the passing of the following old scholars from the Class of 1944:
Mavis Glaskin (Scott, 1944)
8 April 1926 - 18 February 2024
Mavis Glaskin (Scott, 1944) passed away peacefully in the early hours of Sunday 18 February at the age of 97.
Condolences are extended to her four children Darrall, Gaye, Scott and Fiona and their families. Mavis will be long remembered by all those who knew her as a champion golfer and beautiful, kind lady passionate about her golf and Nedlands Golf Club.
Margaret Whyte (Terry, 1944)
31 December 1926 - 4 March 2024
Margaret Whyte (nee Terry), sadly passed away in Sydney on the 4 March 2024, aged 97 years. She was a pupil at St Hilda's School from 1934 until 1942 when she prematurely left to complete a secretarial course as her mother thought it was very important to have a skill with the threat of a Japanese invasion during the Second World War.
She moved from Perth to Melbourne with her husband in 1962 and had a son, Ross, and daughter, Robyn. The family later moved to Sydney in 1970.
Margaret often spoke fondly of her schooling at St Hilda's and particularly loved the blue blazers. She also talked about the ammonite fossils from Whitby, as her maternal grandfather was born and raised in Whitby, in a seafaring family
If you have any questions, stories or updates, or want to send news of Old Scholars: deaths, weddings and newborns, please contact:
Alumni Coordinator
oldscholars@sthildas.wa.edu.au
T: 9285 4228
St Hilda's News
Looking for Mentors for ESSTEAM
The ESSTEAM program's success hinges on partnerships and continued engagement from the broader community, with opportunities for guest speakers and business coaches to enrich the learning experience for participating girls.
The ESSTEAM team is particularly interested in securing guest speakers or mentors in these areas:
- Retail (non-alcoholic drinks),
- Health,
- Marketing/branding,
- Social media, and
- Female-led fashion entrepreneurship.
In addition, they would also be keen to hear from anyone in business who is currently putting an idea or project out to tender and would like a collaboration opportunity with ESSTEAM students.
Please contact
Lara Clarke
if you might be interested.
Looking for Mentors for ESSTEAM
The ESSTEAM program's success hinges on partnerships and continued engagement from the broader community, with opportunities for guest speakers and business coaches to enrich the learning experience for participating girls.
The ESSTEAM team is particularly interested in securing guest speakers or mentors in these areas:
- Retail (non-alcoholic drinks),
- Health,
- Marketing/branding,
- Social media, and
- Female-led fashion entrepreneurship.
In addition, they would also be keen to hear from anyone in business who is currently putting an idea or project out to tender and would like a collaboration opportunity with ESSTEAM students.
Please contact
Lara Clarke
if you might be interested.
IGSSA Swimming Champions
St Hilda's Unprecedented Win Across the Board
Old Scholar Relay Winners: Tilly Banfield (2023), Madison Shallard (2023), Lexie Smith (2021), Charlotte Bass (2023)
For the second year in a row St Hilda's won every year level pennant and the overall Champion trophy at the IGSSA championships at the HBF pool on Friday 8 March. The Old Scholar relay team of Tilly, Madison, Lexie and Charlotte also decisively won their heat.
The atmosphere was electric and our swimmers responded superbly to the cheering and chanting, and each girl hit the water with confidence, fitness and a focus to swim their best. There were many PB’s and memorable moments. The triumphant swimming team left the after celebrations around 11pm, still buzzing and very much looking forward to a well deserved sleep in the next day.
IGSSA Swimming Champions
St Hilda's Unprecedented Win Across the Board
Old Scholar Relay Winners: Tilly Banfield (2023), Madison Shallard (2023), Lexie Smith (2021), Charlotte Bass (2023)
For the second year in a row St Hilda's won every year level pennant and the overall Champion trophy at the IGSSA championships at the HBF pool on Friday 8 March. The Old Scholar relay team of Tilly, Madison, Lexie and Charlotte also decisively won their heat.
The atmosphere was electric and our swimmers responded superbly to the cheering and chanting, and each girl hit the water with confidence, fitness and a focus to swim their best. There were many PB’s and memorable moments. The triumphant swimming team left the after celebrations around 11pm, still buzzing and very much looking forward to a well deserved sleep in the next day.
Other
Are you LinkedIn?
And finally, we are striving to create a valuable network of Old Scholars through LinkedIn . If you have not already done so, we would appreciate you adding St Hilda's as your place of education and join the Alumni section to extend our Old Scholar community.
Are you LinkedIn?
And finally, we are striving to create a valuable network of Old Scholars through LinkedIn . If you have not already done so, we would appreciate you adding St Hilda's as your place of education and join the Alumni section to extend our Old Scholar community.