The Torch Bearer - Sydney Church Of England Grammar School

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THE TORCH BEARER DECEMBER, 1986 THE TORCH BEARER COMMITTEE 1986 Editor: A. D. E. Ryerson. R. H. Bray P. E. Maccallum J. A. Brogan S. R. Peters A. D. Campbell T. D. Russell W. E. Jasprizza B. C. Sampson D. B. Lane R. G. Seymour T. J. E. Longstaff R. V. Titus D. M. Lough N. P. Wolfe Advisory: K. J. Perrin, Esq. O.B.U. Representative: T. Kierath, Esq. THE TORCH BEARER DECEMBER, 1986 Vol. XCVI, No. 2 THE MAGAZINE OF THE SYDNEY CHURCH OF ENGLAND GRAMMAR SCHOOL NORTH SYDNEY, N.S.W. 2060, AUSTRALIA THE TORCH BEARER 3 COUNCIL, STAFF AND PREFECTS, 1986 COUNCIL President: THE MOST REV. DONALD ROBINSON, A.O., M.A., ThD. ARCHBISHOP OF SYDNEY Chairman: Prof. L. W. DAVIES, A.O., B.Sc, D.Phil., F.lnst.P., F.A.I.P., F.I.R.E.E., F.I.E. Aust., F.I.E.E.E., F.T.S., F.A.A. Hon. Secretary: D. H. PLAYFAIR, M.B.E., E.D. Hon. Treasurer: J. SEDGWICK, B.Ec., F.C.A. Members: Dr. B. J. AMOS, M.B., B.S., F.R.A.C.P., F.R.A.C.M.A. R. M. BLANSHARD, A.A.S.A., A.S.I.A. G. E. BUTCHARD, M.I.P.M. Bishop E. D. CAMERON, B.D., Th.Schol. P. D. DAVIS, B.A., M.Ed., M.A.C.E. Rev. G. S. GARDNER, B.A., Th.Schoi. Dr. I. W. HOLT, M.B., B.S., D.T.M., D.T.H. A. J. LANE, B.A., LI.B. Rev. R. S. R. MEYER, M.A., B.Ed., Dip.Journ., Th.L. K. J. PALMER, B.A., LI.B. Rev. Dr. D. G. PETERSON, M.A., B.D., Th.SchoL, Ph.D. Rev. R. T. PLATT, B.D. Th.L., Dip.R.E. J. S. SHELLARD, B.A., M.Ed., M.A.C.E. Rev. P. R. WATSON, B.Ec, Th.L. Clerk of the Council and Bursar: J. E. McCANN, B.Com., A.A.S.A. (Senior), A.S.T.C. STAFF Headmaster: R. A. I. GRANT, B.Ec(Syd.), Dip.Ed.(Melb.), M.A.C.E. Senior Master: P. R. M. JENKINS, M.B.E., B.A.(Syd.), M.A.C.E. Master in Holy Orders: Rev. D. G. DUCHESNE, B.A.(U.N.E.), M.A.(Syd.), D.Min.(S.F.T.S.), Th.L. Masters: R. K. DOIG, A.S.T.C. (7) J. E. COLEBROOK, M.A.(Cantab.), M.A.C.E., Housemaster, Robson House; Master of Studies A. J. MOYES, M.A.(Cantab.), Careers Adviser N. A. EMERY, (10) W. FOULKES, T.C.fN'cle.), Year Master Vlth Form M. H. HOWARD, B.A., M.Ed.(Syd.), T.C.(Wymondham) D. J. ROSSELL, B.A., Dip.Ed.(Syd.), M.A.(Macq.) G. J. LEWARNE, B.Sc(Syd.), Dip.Ed.(U.N.E.), Dip.Comm.(N.S.W.I.T.), Year Master IVth Form Rev. R. E. EVANS, B.A.(Macq.), Th.L., Registrar 4 THE TORCH BEARER D. G. SPURR, B.A., Litt.B., M.Ed.Admin., Dip.Ed.(U.N.E.), M.A.C.E., M.A.C.E.A. (8) R. K. WHILEY, M.A.(Oxon.), Dip.Ed.(U.N.E.), M.A.C.E., Housemaster, Hodges House J. R. GORHAM, B.A., Dip.Ed.(Syd.), M.A.(Macq.) (3) C. W. HAWKINS, B.A., M.Sc.(Macq.), T.C.(Wollongong), A.R.A.C.I., Year Master Vth Form R. J. MclNTOSH, M.A.(Syd.), Dip.T.G. R. G. PULLER, Phys.Ed.lnst. (formerly R.A.N.) Mrs. A. W. HART, B.A.(Syd.), Dip.Lib.(N.S.W.), M.A.C.E., A.L.A.A. (11) A. A. GOW, B.A.(U.N.E.), T.C.(Syd.) C. R. LA FLAMME, B.Sc.(Oregon), Dip.Civil & Structural Eng.(Lane Community College, Dip.Ed.(M.C.A.E.) F. G. COOKE, M.A.(Syd.), T.C., Dip. Goethe Inst. (Munich) (2) M. T. McKAUGHAN, B.Ed., Dip.TiM.C.A.E.), Dip.T.G. R. G. GOLIGHER J. J. JENKINS, B.A.(Syd.), Year Master Hired Form M. B. FERGUSON, B.A.(Syd.) F. E. SHARPE, B.A.(Macq.), Dip.Ed.(U.N.E.) (4) K. J. PERRIN, B.A., Dip.Ed.(N'cle.), M.Ed.(U.N.E.) (1) R. A. COADY, B.Arch.(Syd.) A. D. CAVILL, B.Sc.(Syd.), Dip.Ed.(U.N.E.) P. B. STOREY, B.A., Dip.Ed.(U.N.E.) L. R. DOBB, B.Sc.Agr.(Syd.), Dip.Ed.(U.N.E.), Housemaster, School House R. C. PETERSON, B.A.(Syd.), T.C. K. M. GILMOUR, M.A., Dip.Ed.(Syd.), Year Master llnd Form P. C. GILCHRIST, B.Com.(N.S.W.), Housemaster, Barry House Mrs. H. B. VALLANCE, B.A.(Syd.), Dip.Ed.(M.C.A.E.), Grad.Dip.Ed.Stud. (Reading), Grad.Dip.Child.Lit.(K.C.A.E.) J. A. MEAKINS, B.A.(N.S.W.), Dip.Ed.(N.R.C.A.E.), Year Master, 1st Form *S. F. RUSSELL, B.A.(N.S.W.), Dip.Ed.(Syd.) R. A. SHIRLAW, C. of W.(N.S.T.C) R. A. FOX, A.Mus.A. (6) G. O. UEBERGANG, B.A.(Qld.), Dip.Teach.(Kedron Park T.C.) A. J. BIRD, B.A., Dip.Ed.(Syd.) T. P. DEVIN, B.A.(Macq.), Dip.Ed.(S.T.C), M.A.C.E. D. L. ANDERSON, B.Ed.(B.C.A.E.), Dip.T.G., M.A.C.E. Master of Preparatory School. Housemaster, Purves House R. C. DICK, B.Ec, Dip.Ed.fTas.) P. L. ROBERSON, Dip.Teach.(N'cle.) D. S. MASON, Cert. C. and J.(M.T.C) R. A. CLARKE, B.A.(Syd.), Dip.Ed.(U.N.E.) Mrs. M. A. CROFT, B.Sc, Dip.Ed.(Syd-), Grad.Dip.Ed.Stud. (Learning Difficulties) (K.C.A.E.) L. R. LILIAN, B.A.(N.S.W.), T.C.(M.C.A.E.) R. H. W. CROUCH, B.A.(Syd.), Dip.Ed.(S.T.C), M.A.C.E.A. T. M. PITMAN, B.A., Dip.Ed.(Macq.) Mrs. P. N. WYLES, Dip.Teach.(Syd.) P. J. CAMERON, B.Sc, Dip.Ed.(Macq.) Mrs. M. N. ORCHARD, D.M.E., F.T.C.L., A.Mus.A. D. L. FORREST, D.M.E., D.S.C.M. R. N. MURRAY, B.Ec, Dip.Ag.Ec.(U.N.E.) G. T. H. WILLIAMS, B.Com., Dip.Ed.(N.S.W.) (9) K. M. LYNCH, B.Sc, Dip.Ed.(Macq.) R. T. BARMAN, B.Sc.(Syd.), Dip.Ed.(S.C.A.E.) I. M. MIDDLETON, B.Sc(Syd.) S. P. WALKER, B.A.(N.S.W.) R. A. SELTH, B.A.(A.N.U.), Dip.Ed.(C.C.A.E.) Mrs. S. M. DOCKER, Dip.T.(K.C.A.E.) J. R. ROWNES, Dip.T.(M.C.A.E.) THE TORCH BEARER 5 Mrs. R. WHITFIELD, B.A., Dip.Ed.(Syd.), G.D.T.L.(K.C.A.E.), A.L.A.A. R. A. MORRISON, B.A.(U.N.E.), Dip.Ed.(Syd.) B. G. FIELD, B.Ec.(Syd.), Dip.Ed.(U.N.E.), A.A.S.A. P. R. SMITH, Dip.Teach.(S.I.E.) G. E. SCHOFIELD, B.Ed.(Worcester College), M.A.(Lond.) D. J. BUNN, B.Sc, Dip.Ed.(Macq.) S. J. POYITT, B.Sc.(Syd.), Dip.Ed.(S.C.A.E.) J. K. TOMKINS, B.Sc.(Syd.), Ph.D.(A.N.U.) (5) I. D. SAMWAYS, B.Sc.(Syd.), Dip.Ed.(S.C.A.E.) W. M. DUNSTAN, B.Sc, Dip.Ed.(Syd.) M. J. TICEHURST, B.A., Dip.Ed.(Macq.) Mrs. J. L. LOUGHRAN, B.A.(Syd.), Dip.Ed.(S.T.C) F. S. ARNOT, B.A., U.E.D.(Durban), B.D.(Zurich), Ph.D.(Witwatersrand), F.R.G.S. C. B. TILLEY, B.Sc.(Macq.) G. D. FERGUSON-SMITH, Dip.Teaching(Wollongong), Grad.Dip.Ed. Studies, Computer (M.C.A.E.) Senior in: (1) English, (2) Languages, (3) History, (4) Mathematics, (5) Science, (6) Music, (7) Art, (8) Geography, (9) Economics and Commerce, (10) Games, (11) Library. School Counsellor: I. W. KILPATRICK, B.A.(N.S.W.), M.A.(Psych.)(Syd.), M.A.Ps.S., M.I.P.M.A. Sergeants Major: T. PARVIN, Major R.A.C.M.P.(Ret.) and J. C. W. BENN (formerly WO1, British Territorial Army) School Medical Officer: Dr. G. R. ELLIOTT, M.B., B.S., F.R.C.S., F.R.A.C.S. VISITING STAFF Guitar: Mr. M. HARVEY, Mr. G. OLSEN Cello: Mr. T. BLOMFIELD Percussion: Mr. D. OSBORN Clarinet, Saxophone: Mr. I. BOOTHEY Trombone, Baritone, French Horn: Mr. G. SATTLER Piano: Mrs. H. TOMPSON, Ms. A. PATTERSON, Mr. J. DE LA VEGA Trumpet: Mr. R. PYL Violin: Mrs. D. COLLINS Movement: Mrs. E. PELUSO Flute: Mrs. J. SARGENT Woodwork: Mr. N. C. DREWETT-SMITH THE TORCH BEARER SCHOOL OFFICE APPOINTMENTS (As at 1/10/86) PREFECTS: Senior: M. J. F. SANDILANDS; Second: S. R. MUFFET. Prefects: R. W. BURGESS (Prefect of Form V), D. W. CONOLLY (Captain Hodges House), M. J. A. COOK, (Prefect of Form II), S. D. KIDDLE (Prefect of Form III), D. M. LOUGH (Prefect of Form I), R. J. PENNEY (Captain Robson House), S. R. PETERS (Prefect of Memorial Hall), T. C. RAINSFORD (Prefect of Preparatory School), D. M. SCAMBLER (Captain School House). Sub-Prefects: G. R. SMITH (Prefect of Memorial Hall), M. J. BRAGG, M. C. G. BROWN, A. D. CORBETT-JONES, J. E. M. GILL, A. G. HARTLEY, S. J. HUNTER, S. A. LITCHFIELD, J. R. MACBETH (Prefect of Form IV), M. G. NORMAN (Prefect of Form VI), A. D. SEDGWICK (Prefect of Form VI), R. V. S. TITUS (SWR Secretary), H. M. A. WATSON, B. R. D. CONNORS (Captain Barry House), A. H. ENGLAND, R. J. FISHER, B. E. HAGAN, M. D. LEWARNE, A. S. MULREADY, H. A. SMITH, W. R. BLOORE, D. B. GRIFFIN, I. C. HUMPHRIES, P. D. PACKHAM, A. WILSON, A. J. MURCHISON. Captain of Basketball: Graeme D. GRADY; Captain of Boats: Robert W. BURGESS, Captain of Cricket: Jamie W. BRAY; Captain of Golf: Hamish P. MCGREGOR; Captain of Swimming: David W. CONOLLY; Captain of Tennis: Andrew S. MULREADY; Captain of Rifle-Shooting: William R. BLOORE; Captain of Small Bore Shooting: Angus J. MURCHISON; Senior Venturer: Mark L. ALLSOP; S.L.S. Senior Instructor: Michael J. A. COOK; Senior Librarian: Rohan V. S. TITUS; Editor S.W.R.: Hamish C. LANGBY; Captain of Rugby: Angus D. SEDGWICK; Captain of Soccer: Paul D. PACKHAM; Captain of Cross-Country: Matthew J. BRAGG; Captain of Debating: Peter E. MacCALLUM. Captain of Athletics: Michael C. G. BROWN. X m 5 33 O CD m > m PREFECTS: Back Row: B. E. Hagan, A. G. Hartley, D. B. Griffin, M. C. G. Brown, M. J. Bragg. Middle Row: M. D. Lewarne, A. Wilson, A. H. England, H. M. A. Watson, W. R. Bloore, P. D. Packham, B. R. D. Connors, R. J. Fisher, S. A. W. Litchfield, J. R. Macbeth, A. J. Murchison, M. G. Norman, A. D. Corbett-Jones, I. C. Humphries, R. V. Titus, H. A. Smith. Front Row: R. J. Penney, S. D. Kiddle, M. J. A. Cook, T. C. Rainsford, A. S. Mulready, S. R. Peters, R. W. Burgess, M. J. F. Sandilands (senior), The Headmaster, S. R. Muffet (second), D. M. Scambler, S. J. Hunter, G. R. Smith, D. J. Conolly, D. M. Lough, J. E. M. Gill, A. D. Sedgwick. THE TORCH BEARER SCHOOL NOTES Since the last edition of The Torch Bearer went to press, Mr. J. E. M. Dixon has retired as Chairman of Council. An article of appreciation appears elsewhere in this issue. In Mr. Dixon's place as Chairman we welcome Professor L. W. Davies, an Old Boy and a Member of Council for some twenty years. We also welcome Mr. A. J. Lane, B.A., LLB., an Old Boy, as a Member of Council. In Term II we welcomed to the staff the following new members: F. S. Arnot, B.A., U.E.D.(Durban), B.D.(Zurich), Ph.D.(Witwatersrand), F.R.G.S.; Mr. C. B. Tilley, B.Sc.(Macq.), and Mr. G. D. Ferguson-Smith, Dip.Teaching(Wollongong), Grad.Dip.Ed.Studies, Computer(M.C.A.E.). During the absence of Mr. A. A. Gow in Term II, Mrs. N. I. Arnot, B.A., U.E.D.(Orange Free State), was a member of the staff, teaching Mathematics and General Studies. At the end of Term III, we lose the services of Mr. M. H. Howard who has been associated with the Preparatory School since 1955. A full article of appreciation will appear in the next edition of The Torch Bearer. In 1987 Mr. W. Foulkes will be on leave from the School and we are to lose Mrs. M. Croft who will be moving with her husband to Bathurst. Mrs. A. W. Hart will be returning from leave, as will Mr. S. F. Russell. We say goodbye to Mr. G. E. Schofield who has spent a year with us on exchange with Mr. Russell and who will be returning to The Royal Grammar School, Guildford, U.K. We are sorry to have to add the name of Mr. A. J. Moyes to those leaving. Mr. Moyes has been a member of staff since 1957 and in recent years has been a most successful Careers Adviser. A full article will appear in the next Torch Bearer. THE TORCH BEARER 9 Mr. J. E. M. DIXON Mr. J. E. M. (Ian) Dixon, O.B.E., B.Ec.(Syd.), A.A.S.A., became a member of the School Council in 1945. He was elected as a representative on Council by the Old Boys' Union and from 1958 till this year he was Chairman of Council and Chairman of the Executive Committee. Mr. Dixon came to Shore in February 1923, first as a Day Boy and then as a Boarder in Hodges House. He was a very capable student, winning several academic prizes during his time at the School and winning an exhibition in Economics at the University of Sydney. He was also a keen and competent sportsman, excelling in Cricket, Rugby and Rifle Shooting in all of which he was awarded colours. He was a Prefect for his last two years at school. Mr. Dixon is remembered with admiration and gratitude for his work as a Deputy General Manager of C.S.R. and Chairman or Board Member of a number of public companies including Allied Mills, Brambles Industries and J. C. Ludowici & Son. Equally effective has been his work as founding Chairman of the Association of Independent Schools (N.S.W.) and the National Council of Independent Schools. The Shore Community wishes to thank sincerely a Chairman who has given outstanding service to the School and to wish Mr. and Mrs. Dixon many happy years of relaxing retirement. 10 THE TORCH BEARER B. J. EDWARDS When it was announced that Brian Edwards was planning to resign at the end of 1985 on the grounds of ill health there was a mixed reaction of shock and disbelief in the School community for whatever thoughts we may have had about Brian over the years they were not in any way connected with the possibility that he was in ill health. Yet so it turned out to be and at the end of the year we said good-bye to a most remarkable schoolmaster. He was a member of the School staff for 22 years and in some ways he may be said to have been one of the last of a dying breed — the schoolmaster all-rounder. The term is applicable to him both inside and outside the classroom. In the classroom he taught Maths, Science, Geography, Divinity, English and when asked to do so, Legal Studies, for which he was well qualified. In class he has been strict, a real disciplinarian, but as one got to know him better it was clear that under a fairly brusque exterior he was really a bit of a "softie" — a man who in particular identified readily with the problems of weaker boys and who had a genuine sympathy with them. In extra-curricular activities he was equally an all-rounder. A qualified Rugby referee, in earlier days he coached and refereed many Rugby teams. In the last couple of years he acted as assistant to the Sportsmaster, carrying out many of the countless chores that are part and parcel of the sporting department of a large school. Many will remember him most in the field of Surf Life Saving, an activity which he took over when it was still a struggling infant and handed on to his successor as undoubtedly the strongest S.L.S. School Club in the State and probably in the Commonwealth. He did not direct it from a remote office back at school, but where direction was needed — on the beach. There he was every summer Saturday at an hour when many people are just thinking of getting up and quite literally hundreds of Shore boys got a skill and an expertise in a field that they would never have thought of entering but for the driving force and enthusiasm of this one man. The writer remembers him best as an Officer of Cadets. He came into the Unit as Q.M. where his former experience as an Army officer was most valuable. Then when circumstances made a reshuffle desirable he switched to being a Company Commander without a murmur. In 1970 on the retirement of the then Commanding Officer he was the obvious successor. Then not long after the change in command there occurred also a change of government with far-reaching consequences for the Cadet movement. Government support was largely withdrawn and Units thrown far more on their own resources. For a time there was even doubt whether the School Unit could survive. But through a mixture of initiative, improvisation, sheer hard work and skilful use of the "Old Boy Network" by Brian Edwards and his fellow officers, survive it did and he was able after 13 years to hand it on in turn with its effectiveness unimpaired. THE TORCH BEARER 11 So we have farewelled a man who can hold his head high in the long line of Shore Schoolmasters who have given their best — and a pretty good best — to the boys in their charge. We understand that Brian is leading a by no means inactive life in the Blue Mountains and we extend to him and Mrs. Edwards our best wishes for a long and happy retirement. CONRAD SILVESTER Conrad Silvester's departure for Apple Computers at the end of first term deprived Shore of one of its great characters, a bluff, larger-than-life character who was always the softest touch imaginable. Conrad served Shore with enthusiasm in many areas. He was originally employed to teach History and English (or Conrad's version of it, called Spelling) but a passion for gadgets — he was the first person anyone knew to buy a VCR, typically for Conrad a Philips that you can't get tapes for any more, and was the only teacher in the history of the world ever to buy his own overhead projector — led to his interest in computing, and he was largely responsible for establishing the Computer Department in the School, which gave Shore a pioneering place in computer education. (Conrad was always the first to acknowledge the vision of B H Travers in this). He coached athletics, putting his considerable weight behind the shot-putters; a small amount of cricket, but more rifle shooting, in which he had a strong interest. Rugby football was not his forte — he is a VFL man — but numerous 16C and 16D teams had successful seasons under his leadership, with fitness and spelling the main coaching emphases. Lack of polish at rugby did not prevent him from scoring the most amazing try ever seen in the history of the masters/boys encounters, which saw Conrad race half the length of the field straight as a Leopard tank along the sideline, touching down with about half the opposition team clinging vainly to him. The tank effect leads inevitably to the Cadet Unit, where his contribution was outstanding. Joining the unit as it was being re-established after one of the periodic government-inspired re-organisations, his current Army Reserve experience proved invaluable. Under the new order, the Unit was responsible for its own logistics and supply arrangements, and Captain (later Major) Silvester was instrumental in developing a system to cope with the numerous problems, foreseen and unforeseen, that arose. As Quartermaster, he is well remembered for his no-nonsense approach. Standing astride a fully loaded semi-trailer at Linden throwing tables, chairs and sundry other valuable items of military property to the nervous Q Store cadets below, he provided a sight unlikely to be forgotten by any who saw it. His somewhat cavalier treatment of vehicles, both cadet and private, was well known. 12 THE TORCH BEARER His ample voice was always put to good use in the preparations for Ceremonial Parades, and his drill lessons during promotion courses at Linden could have been heard at Katoomba. The high standard of drill achieved by the unit's band is in no small part attributable to the energy he displayed in his self-appointed role as drill instructor. Conrad's generosity is legendary: when he was Form Master of SB2, a week without a drill won them all an ice-cream; everyone who passed a stage of the touch-typing course scored an ice-cream; the Q Store staff often scored a meal at his expense; he devoted many hours to the Computer and War Games Clubs. His colleagues, also, have many memories of Conrad's honesty and generosity. He was especially generous with his time to computer illiterates such as the present writers: he could always get your programme going, even if neither you nor he quite understood how. Conrad is still seen quite often around the School, though hard to recognise in three-piece suits. He will always be welcome, and he carries all our best wishes in his new career. D.G.S., K.J.P. THE TORCH BEARER 13 Conrad Silvester in typical pose. 14 THE TORCH BEARER MALCOLM HOWARD Malcolm Howard's association with Shore School spreads over nearly thirty years. He joined the Preparatory School staff in 1955 after emigrating from England where he had served in the British Army in a Transport Corps and Education Corps for five years. After teaching for three years he resigned and returned to England at the end of 1957 but made the final break in 1959 when he took up his teaching post again in the Prep. In April 1976 he was seconded to the NSW Department of Education for almost four years as a professional officer. He was the Executive Officer for the State Development Committee for Inservices Activities for Government and non-Government Schools. This involved the writing of courses and the leading of courses for school executives. He rejoined the Prep staff in 1980 where he has been ever since and has exerted a strong influence over a considerable number of pupils in many areas of their school life. For years he coached the Prep 1st XV and 1st XI with great distinction. He has reason to be proud of the record of those successful teams. In one period of seven years the 1st XI lost only one match and the opposing teams were often drawn from much bigger schools. He ran the Art Department for over twenty years with vigour and enthusiasm. He also taught, as an extra curricula activity, the recorder to classes of thirty boys over the same period of time, teaching them to read music and to play in parts. Mr Howard's great love was the teaching of mathematics where he insisted on a solid grounding in the basics without being boring. He had a fund of ideas and employed techniques that helped to make the learning process pleasant for the most part. His ability and willingness to organise thoroughly was always much appreciated by all concerned with Play Nights and the Annual Carol Services. Malcolm will be remembered and appreciated for the high professional standard he set for himself, his unswerving loyalty to the School, his cheerfulness and even-temperedness and his giving of himself generously in the many activities in which he was involved. We trust he will enjoy his well-earned retirement with Mrs Howard as he reflects on a job exceedingly well done and finds more time to pursue his hobbies of music, golf and spear fishing. THE TORCH BEARER 15 CHAPEL NOTES SUNDAY AND SPECIAL SERVICES A Confirmation Service was conducted in the Chapel on 30 May at 2.00 pm by Bishop E. D. Cameron when sixty boys were presented for the Laying On of Hands. The first Communion for the class was the following Sunday when again the chapel was crowded with those who joined the boys for this special occasion. Afternoon tea was served on the Friday following the Confirmation and it gave the opportunity for all concerned to meet socially and enjoy the occasion with the candidates. There is an accompanying list of those who were Confirmed this year, following these notes. It has been decided by the Archbishop that in 1987 only those boys who are boarders will be eligible to present themselves for Confirmation. This is meant to encourage day boys to attend their parish church classes and so be Confirmed in their local Church. Any boarders who desire to be in the Confirmation Class for 1987 should apply to the Chaplain for an application form so they may fill it in and get it back before the end of this year. Visiting preachers who have spoken in chapel on Sunday mornings have been Canon A. A. Langdon, Rev. K. Churchward of St. Paul's, Chatswood and Rev. J. W. Turner of St. Thomas', North Sydney. The Rev. J. Mason, Rector of St. Clements, Mosman, was our guest for the Old Boys Service and Term II Open Service while the Rev. H. Robertson, Rector of St. Martin's, Killara, spoke at the Term III Open Service when members of the Lodge Torchbearer were our guests. Members of staff who have preached on Sunday mornings were, Messrs. J. E. Colebrook, R. K. Whiley, P. C. Gilchrist, D. L. Anderson and the Revs. R. E. Evans and D. G. Duchesne. WEEKDAY CHAPEL Our thanks are expressed to all those who have contributed to our weekly chapel services. Preachers have been Messrs. J. E. Colebrook, R. K. Whiley, P. C. Gilchrist, J. J. Jenkins, K. M. Gilmore, G. R. Lewarne, R. A. Clarke, M. B. Ferguson, Mrs. H. B. Vallance, Dr. F. S. Arnot and the Rev. R. E. Evans and D. G. Duchesne. At the Prep. School services Messrs. D. L. Anderson, R. H. W. Crouch, P. Smith and the Chaplain have preached. The Prayer and Praise Service on a Thursday morning is well attended and the Friday morning Holy Communion has kept up its numbers. Mr. P. R. M. Jenkins addressed the Sixth Form at their last service and in his usual thought-provoking manner left the boys with helpful words of wisdom before their exams. The Headmaster preached at the farewell service for the Sixth Form which is suitably called the Leavers' Service. This chapel was held on Sunday, 30 November, following the end of the exams. 16 THE TORCH BEARER CHAPEL COUNCIL The Council wishes to thank Mr. J. R. Gorham, who has recently resigned from the position of Council Treasurer, for the work he has put into looking after this aspect of things. We are also grateful for the work of our organists Bruce Cox, Mrs. M. Orchard and Mr. R. Fox. Boys in the Senior School choir and in the Prep. School choir also deserve our gratitude. Mrs. M. Colebrook does a tremendous job looking after the sanctuary flowers and this work is greatly appreciated. Some of the stained glass windows in the chapel are being repaired. Boys will be pleased to know that the hymns for Church and School, books previously used in the chapel, have been handed over to the Church Missionary Society for use overseas. We are also very grateful for the Library "Mending Mums" who have continued to repair some of the chapel books used week by week. HOLY MATRIMONY 16.4.86 Timothy John Clark and Jennifer Louise Williams 19.4.86 Stuart Douglas Oastler and Viki Jill Tanner 26.4.86 Ian Mark Clifton and Jacqueline Gail Edds 17.5.86 Craig Alexander Levitt and Suzanne Gai Brodie 17.5.86 Neil Travers Maltby and Diana Jane Blakemore 17.6.86 Charles Andrew John Creasey and Catherine Suzanne Pascoe 12.7.86 John Stephen Massey and Jennifer Anne Hoy 25.7.86 Christopher Rouse Cox and Sarah Louise White 16.8.86 Kevin Malcolm Lynch and Lorraine Briffa 16.8.86 Harry Fay and Kim Joe 6.9.86 Timothy John Dowsett and Marisa Elayne Broome 10.10.86 Robert Michael Allport and Sadie Annabeiie Stuart HOLY BAPTISM 20.4.86 Walter Thomas Freeman 20.4.86 Caroline Margaret Royle 27.4.86 Michael Geoffrey James Cook 25.5.86 Jacqueline Clare Garrett 25.5.86 William Raymond Maxwell Porter 1.6.86 Timothy James Fitzpatrick 8.6.86 Jacqueline Elizabeth Neill 22.6.86 Luke Edward Forrest Williams 13.7.86 Heather Louise Nettheim 13.7.86 Nicholas Alexander Bradley 13.7.86 Thomas James Page 20.7.86 Christopher John Michael McKaughan 27.7.86 Travis Ian Geddes 27.7.86 Rebecca Helen Louise Burnard 27.7.86 Camilla Elizabeth Cloudsley Betts 27.7.86 Sophie Alexandra Ferguson 3.8.86 Ruth Margaret Carey THE TORCH BEARER 3.8.86 21.9.86 21.9.86 28.9.86 12.10.86 Timothy Cecil Bradridge Studdy Nicholas Bradridge Studdy Gemma Louise Seccombe Jordan Henry Charles MacPhillamy Amanda Kate Hale Alexandra Winifred Sturrock CONFIRMATION, 1986 BARNETT, Daniel Edward BARNETT, Matthew Charles BASSAM, Scott Francis BOURKE, Christopher Vincent BREDEN, Alistair Robert BROCKHOFF, Douglas Charles BROWNLEE, Mark James CAMPBELL, Michael Robert Blake CLIFTON, James Stuart Alan CLISSOLD, Simon William COBCROFT, Nicklas William Baxter COX, Stuart Thomas Alexander CROWTHER, Stuart Geoffrey DITCHFIELD, Robert Murray DUNCAN, Matthew Craig FISHER, David William FORDRED, Antony Ronald FORDRED, Gregory Martyn GALL, Stewart Anthony Scott GILL, Anthony James MacDonald GREGORY, Benjamin James HEATH, Richard Benjamin HELENE, Roland Robinson HOLLAND, David Richard KAILL, Timothy Robert KIERATH, Gregory Alexander LANGDON, Andrew Lawrence LISTER, Michael Peter LYLE, Timothy John Ranken McAULEY, John Camfield McDOUALL, Matthew Richard McGREGOR, Hamish Palmer MARSKELL, Royce Edward Elton MATTISKE, Andrew Jeffrey MEYERS, Christopher John MURCHISON, Mark Edward NOTT, Michael Charles NOTT, Simon Charles PALMER, Jonathan James PEARCE, Hamish Colin 17 18 THE TORCH BEARER PARTRIDGE, Matthew Guy POCKLEY, Jeremy Robert Antill PRITCHARD, Jules Lloyd ROSE, Andrew Edwin John SCHRAMKO, James Hammond SEDGWICK, David Anthony SHADFORTH, Saxon Tudor SHOPPEE, Judd Stapleton SLACK-SMITH, Andrew Graeme STANILAND, Timothy Michael STUART, James Philip WANSEY, Nicholas Oliver Rouse WATERHOUSE, John Knight WATERHOUSE, Raymond Fitzpatrick WEBSTER, Derrick Francis Nicolle WHILEY, Robert Hugo Kingscote WIESENER, Antony Richard WONG, Keith Sheung Kit WOODMAN, Timothy Philip WOODS, John David SHORE FOUNDATION DAY OPEN SERVICE — Address given by J. Wilson Hogg in the School Chapel, 27th April, 1986. I must acknowledge at once the sense of privilege I feel in being allowed to be a part of an occasion which celebrates, with solemnity and gratitude, the founding of this great school. The first lesson today came from Deuteronomy. It is a lesson appropriate to the foundation day of any Church school, for its essence is this: ". . . and thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thine heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy might. . . and these words . . . thou shalt teach diligently to thy children." Shore has always been a great Church school. By this I do not mean that it has poured forth a stream of men of the Cloth, or that a great proportion of the Bench of Bishops in the Commonwealth are Shore boys — as nearly half the Bench of Bishops in England are Wykehamists. I should be astonished if this were so. But the producing of men in Orders is not the prime task of a Church school — a call to that service is a matter of vocation, and vocation cannot be taught, nor can it be imposed. It can only be encouraged. The first task of a Church school is to reveal to its boys the truths and disciplines of the Christian life, and these it must "teach diligently' to its children. A Church school's charge is not even to convert: it is simply to expound, to clarify, to show in its own life, in its ideals and aspirations, the immutable principles of Christianity. It is to expose a boy for up to ten years of schooling to standards of Christian conduct, and to the Christian law of love. Conversion is God's work. THE TORCH BEARER 19 Christ speaks more often of sowers than of reapers. The school Chaplain, and those who assist him, must be assured that in their work as sowers they have the constant support of the School Council, the Headmaster and his staff, whose task it is to create a climate congenial to the religious purposes of the school's foundation. And the Chaplain and those with him need feel no sense of disappointment, let alone disillusion, if the immediate harvest sometimes seems small, for few boys will wear their religious hearts on their sleeves. Indeed, most of them like to appear vessels of wrath rather than vessels of grace; and because of this they tend to cover their deepest thoughts and sensibilities like ignoble wounds. And who knows how or when the seed planted so early in a boy's heart will grow? In 1885 the Right Rev. Alfred Barry, Bishop of Sydney, announced to Synod plans for the founding of a diocesan school for boys — in his own words, "a great day-school for boys." His use of the word 'great' is an interesting piece of prescience. Four years later, on the 4th May, 1889 — although recently resigned from his bishopric — Alfred Barry presided over the opening of the Sydney Church of England Grammar School. That was almost one hundred years ago. Shore has, therefore, been a Church school for half the life of this nation. When I was pondering this address, I tried to think myself into the world into which Shore was born, so that we might enter it together, and look about us. It is a strange and unfamiliar place. There are no cars. The indifferent roads carry only the sound of hooves; the courtly pace of splendid Clydesdales, the trot of smart sulkies and shabby cabs — with, perhaps, the occasional despairing ringing of a bell as a strange looking bicycle wavers on its way. There are no moving-pictures, but people are flocking to buy a box camera called a Kodak, recently invented by a Mr. Eastman, which was to turn photography into a popular and idle pastime. In the greater world, the first English Electric Power Station is being built at Deptford; there is being held at Brussels an international conference on the abolition of the slave trade; Cecil Rhodes (he of the scholarships) and his British South Africa Company have just been granted a charter to found Cape Colony. And Australia is a group of unfederated colonies of surpassing unimportance. This faint glimpse of the world of 1889 tell us two things about the school, each of which throws the other into high relief. The first is that Shore has existed through nearly a century of the swiftest and most comprehensive change in the history of the world, greater and more sweeping than in the thousand years that preceded it. Your Roll of Honour will attest that this school has survived — but with grievous loss — two world wars fought with a lethal ferocity hitherto unknown. When in 1914 the assassin of Prince Ferdinand of Austria raised his pistol and fired, nineteen million people fell dead. In the 1939 war twenty-three million died in Russia alone. 20 THE TORCH BEARER And in Shore's life-time peaceful technology has moved from ponderous steam to a sophistication that has enabled man to plant his footsteps in the dust of an alien planet. The second thing we learn from our glance at the year of Shore's founding is that, despite upheaval and bewildering change, there are certain things which have remained constant and immutable. Among these are the principles upon which this school was founded, the ideals it has inculcated, and the high aspirations with which it has strengthened and inspired its sons. I know little of the school's history before the early twenties when L C. Robson came to the headmastership at the age of twenty-eight, but I do know that in the sixty and more years since that historic appointment Shore has never wavered in its pursuit of excellence. That it has not is due, in large, to the remarkable quality of succeeding headmasters, and — pari passu — to the wisdom of the Council. Independent schools by their very nature are peculiarly susceptible to the quality of their Heads, and for this reason by far the most important task a School Council will ever undertake is the appointment of a headmaster. Leonard Robson was one of the eight men who gathered together in 1931 to found the Headmasters' Conference of the Independent Schools of Australia. Those eight men resolved that the first motion of Public Business in the minute book should be this, "That this Conference asserts its conviction that Religion is the basis of a liberal education . . ." In making this determination, the founders of the Conference were saying two things: first, that knowledge must ever be conditioned by morality; and second, that the highest manifestation of that morality is the Christian ethic. There are those who believe simplisticly that knowledge is good and ignorance evil. Ignorance is certainly a very great evil which true education aims constantly to dispel. But that does not make knowledge good. Knowledge is neither good nor evil. We are familiar with the saying, "knowledge is power." That is true. It is an insensate power, a force awaiting direction. Knowledge directs indifferently the assassin's bullet and the surgeon's scalpel. It waits patiently upon a master, and woe betide us if that master is evil. Education is most certainly about knowledge: with equal certainty it is about morality. Listen to Plato on this theme: "It is not the life of knowledge, not even if it includes all the sciences, that creates happiness and well being, but a single branch of knowledge — the science of good and evil. If you exclude this from the other branches, medicine will be equally able to give us health; and shoe making, shoes; and weaving, clothes. Seamanship will still save lives at sea, and strategy win battles. But without the knowledge of good and evil, the use and excellence of these sciences will be found to have failed us." Prospero taught Caliban to speak, but that was all the creature knew. And dimly in his dull and groping mind there stirred a sense of THE TORCH BEARER 21 loss, of betrayal; so that with pathos he cries: "You taught me language; and my profit on't is, I know how to curse." To be informed, to be trained, to be instructed, is not to be educated. I have never heard this asserted with such poignancy as in these words from a headmaster to his staff: "I am a survivor from a Concentration Camp. My eyes saw what no man should ever witness: gas chambers built by learned engineers; children poisoned by skilled physicians; infants killed by trained nurses; women and babies shot and burned by high school and university graduates." Learned, skilled, trained — but, educated? Knowledge, learning, instruction without morality will fail us; and to the morality that must condition these, the Christian religion gives a divine authority, and bestows upon it a transcendental dimension. This is the truth that Robson and his colleagues were stressing in that first resolution of the Headmasters' Conference. It is a truth that lies at the foundation of every Church school. It is proper that this truth should be remembered on this, the 97th anniversary of the founding of this great school. But is it merely the 97th anniversary, or has Shore a more ancient lineage? In the year 598, a time of petty kingdoms in England, St. Augustine, at the behest of Pope Gregory I, came there as a missionary. He landed in Thanet with his forty monks about him, and was welcomed by a pagan king. At Canterbury he built a church and a monastery; and there he founded a school upon principles to which we subscribe today. The King's School, Canterbury, is still one of the great Public Schools of England, from which, in establishing our own, we drew our form, our nature and our religious ethos. Should someone, therefore, ask you how old Shore School is, you might perhaps reply in a paradox: "Shore is ninety-seven years old, and was founded fourteen hundred years ago." ro m 5 o Martin-Smith. Absent: C. J. Huxtable, P. J. Rodger. DO m > 3 m THE TORCH BEARER 23 CRUSADERS This year has seen great growth in the Crusader groups in the school. It has been most encouraging to see God's hand at work. Many boys have discovered the reality and effectiveness of Jesus' death and resurrection and have experienced his Holy spirit working in their lives. We have all been humbled as we1 have seen God touching lives, filling hearts with joy and empowering boys to serve. The meetings each week to praise God and hear his word have become the high point of the week for many boys. Late in second term about fifty boys spent a weekend at Lake Macquarie. Rev. Baden Wynn spoke on repentance, inner healing and life in the Spirit. Many boys found the weekend a turning point in their experience. In third term there have been several combined meetings, where the Upper School, Middle School and Lower School groups squeezed into Room 2 (yes, all seventy-five of them). All three groups found the combined meetings most encouraging. During the term the Middle School group has been looking at the armour of God — the equipment that God gives his people to ensure their victory over the forces of evil. The Lower School group have been studying the names by which God made himself known in the Old Testament, e.g. the LORD our healer, the LORD our provider, the LORD our peace, the LORD our righteousness, and how we can experience God as these things today through Jesus. Every Thursday morning before school in the chapel, between thirty and sixty boys have met for praise and worship and prayer. On Thursday evenings in Barry House, House Fellowship meets. Here boarders meet to praise God and draw close to him. The boarders are keen to learn from the Bible and many of them have been greatly helped. Many of the boys also attended various Crusader Camps in the holidays. The most popular were the May Madness sailing camp and the Study Camp for the Sixth Formers. Others attended cycling camps, sport camps, leadership training camps and computer camps. It is our vision that many more boys in the school will discover God's grace, his forgiveness, freedom and healing and will thus find his purpose and power in their lives. 24 THE TORCH BEARER No. 4 Flight NSW Air Training Corps Personnel Our thanks to FLGOFF Reynolds, whose other commitments made it impossible to continue on the Flight Staff. FLGOFF Reynolds, who had been a CUO of the Flight, gave several years of valuable service to the Flight as Training Officer and as Admin Officer, and he will be hard to replace. The Flight is indebted to FLTLT(AIRTC) N. L. Bailey and CPL(AIRTC) A. S. Creer for their assistance as instructors. We look forward to the return of another ex-cadet in Mr Geoff Molesworth, a pilot with QANTAS, who has applied to join the Flight as an Instructor. Promotions Congratulations are extended to the following cadets on their promotions: to CDTWOFF:CDTFSGTs Tony Johnson, Peter Maccallum and David Sakker; Squadron Activities In the ANZAC Day March, the Flight provided twelve cadets — the greatest number of any Flight; in August, the Flight was represented by three cadets at the Annual Church Parade at St John's Church, Ashfield; and fifteen cadets took part in the Squadron March Past at the Bankstown Air Show in October celebrating the 75th birthday of the R.A.N. In June, several cadets attended a Field Training Course at Scheyville. Ceremonial Parade On Wednesday, 15th October, the Flight held a Ceremonial Parade, reviewed by WGCDR(AIRTC) V. H. Divola, past CO of NSWAIRTC. Also present was SQNLDR(AIRTC) R. W. Forsayth, recently retired SO Training of the Squadron. Parade Commander was CUO John Gill. The standard of the drill was very high. The C. S. Tiley Trophy was awarded to CUO Gill, and the A. F. Newlands Trophy to CDTFSGT David Sakker. Certificates of Merit were awarded to CDTFSGTs Tony Johnson and Peter Maccallum, who were the Flight Commanders on the Parade. Flight Trophies for the Most Improved Cadet and the Most Proficient Cadet were awarded to LCDTS Stuart Cox and Ian Mclntosh. Our thanks to LT R. A. Fox and the S.C.U. Band under CUO David Lane, for their assistance on this occasion. Also, we thank FLGOFF(AIRTC) Ian Walker and No 6 Flight, Sydney Grammar School, for their assistance with equipment. THE TORCH BEARER 25 Camps and Courses This December, the Flight looks forward to being the guest of RAAF RICHMOND. A bivouac is also planned to be held during the camp. Also in December, many of our cadets have applied to attend Squadron gliding courses at Bathurst. R. J. Mclntosh WGCDR V. H. Divola and SQNLDR R. W. Forsayth inspecting the AIRTC on the Ceremonial Parade. 26 THE TORCH BEARER COLOUR PARTY L to R.: Cpl. Matt Barnett, Cpl. David Thornton, Cpl. Brennan Glasson Fit. Sgt. Michael Williams. AIRTC CEREMONIAL PARADE, Wed 15/10/86 THE TORCH BEARER 27 it : «. WGCDR V. H. Divola presents the C. S. Tiley Trophy to CUO John Gill. AIRTC Cadets march past in line. Parade Commander: CUO John Gill; Flight Commander: FSGT Tony Johnson. No. 4 FLIGHT, N.S.W. SQUADRON AIR TRAINING CORPS, 1986 Back Row: CDTs R. H. K. Whiley, J. S. A. Clifton, C. C. W. Jones, LCDTs I. D. Mclntosh, M. W. Dale, S. F. Bassam, CDT N. J. Zanelli, LCDT M. C. Duncan, CDT M. A. Bode, LCDTs R. T. Johnson, P. E. J. Davies, R. Cook, D. W. Huxtable, L. G. Pardon, J. J. Winkworth, T. B. A. Robson, H. J. Edmunds. Centre Row: CDTs P. C. Hudson, D. F. G. Thorp, D. P. C. W. Kok, LCDTs D. A. Stanton, E. D. Fountain, CDTs R. D. F. Legge, M. M. Christoe, LCDTs S. T. A. Cox, M. C. Nott, P. J. Nicolarakis, J. J. Palmer, CDTs M. J. Brownlee, T. M. Staniland, K. W. Wong, J. N. Thornton, M. A. Whybrow, B. G. Davis. Seated: CDTCPLs B. J. E. Warburton, T. G. T. Brown, D. R. M. Gill, R. O. Pearce, J. Mitton, CDTFSGT D. Sakker, CUO J. E. M. Gill, FLTLT N. L. Bailey, FLTLT R. J. Mclntosh, CPL A. S. Creer, CDTFSGTs P. E. Maccallum, M. J. Williams, CDTSGT N. J. A. King, CDTFSGT A. S. Johnson, CDTCPLs M. C. Barnett, D. W. Thornton. 5 33 O 03 33 m 33 THE TORCH BEARER OFFICERS CADET UNIT 1986 Back Row: CUOs W. R. Sheil, G. S. Parker, P. A. Shepherd, A. G. Valder, B. H. Wark, A. M. Cameron, S. A. Gall. Middle Row: CUOs S. W. Anderson, A. D. Campbell, T. R. Perrett, H. M. A. Watson, D. B. Lane, A. D. Whereat, S. D. Kiddle, T. A. Blomfield, H. E. Collins. Seated: CUOs D. M. Lough, Lt. D. L. Anderson, Lt. S. P. Walker, Maj T. Parvin, Lt. Col. D. G. Spurr, Lt. R. A. Fox, Lt. I. M. Middleton, CUO M. J. A. Cook, CUO T. W. White. . SENIOR NCOs CADET UNIT 1986 Back Row: Sgts D. J. Overton, T. J. E. Longstaff, M. F. W. Thomas, S. B. Docker, R. A. L. Hunt, I. P. Myles, A. W. Helms, J. R. Warburton. Middle Row: Sgts D. J. Alexander, H. R. J. Maxwell, A. J. N. Chapman, P. C. Williams, R. J. Sevier, B. K. E. McManus, W. E. Jasprizza, J. L. E. Barnes. Seated: Sgts H. W. Mackay-Cruise, WO2 B. A. Dunlop, WO2 S. M. Bullock, WO1 W. D. J. Longworth, WO1 A. Wilson, WO2 A. J. Winslade, WO2 G. R. Hawke, WO2 J. C. Harley, S/Sgt R. B. Malcolm. 30 THE TORCH BEARER LIBRARY The Library experienced several notable changes this year. In term II, we installed a "Modem" telephone-computer link, through which our Library has access to data bases around the world. Data bases such as "Ausinet" and "World Reporter" enable librarians to access and search material otherwise unobtainable. The process involves a link between our computer and the data base via the "Modem" and the telephone. Material can then be printed up via computer printer. One of our first searches involved the printing of an article from a periodical in London, beamed directly to us in the Library at Shore by the Telecom Satellite Midas. Also, we have an "OPAC" or on-line public access catalogue terminal which provides a different catalogue system. The CLANN data base is updated weekly and will eventually enable boys to view all the Library's holdings or to search the whole of CLANN. Whilst OPAC supersedes bbth microfiche readers and card catalogues, these forms of Library catalogues will be retained in order to familiarise boys with different Library systems. With these innovations, the Library moves even closer towards an automated borrowing system — including statistics and circulation. Unfortunately, putting books back on the shelf (a librarian's bane) remains unaffected by the march of progress. Staff changes this year include the welcome arrival behind the desk of Mrs. Ann Babington. Also to be noted are the departures of Mrs. Gluskie and Mrs. Maccallum, two extremely capable mending-mums, leaving after 8 and 6 years, respectively, of distinguished service. Third term also saw Mrs. Hart taking a long deserved holiday. Typically, she took her library work with her; Mrs. Hart will be attending Library Conferences in Tokyo and Philadelphia, as well as visiting school libraries in Japan, Canada and the States. Her cards and letters are full of enthusiasm and future projects, so much so that we must repeatedly remind her that she is on holiday. Though Mrs. Hart's absence is apparent, Mrs. Robyn Whitfield has coped exceedingly well with both "hats"; facilitating the efficient running of the Library. Social outings in 1986 included theatre parties for Snoopy and Our Town early in the year, with Abbotsleigh, Ravenswood, PLC and Tara participating. In Term II, Tara celebrated Book Week with a Library Seminar. Shore Librarians were invited, enjoying the Seminar, the company and the afternoon tea with an elan only Shore could muster. Many people noticed the quality of our weekly displays this year. This was primarily due to Mrs. Shawtell and the superb assistance of the Art Department. Our thanks go to the Art mums. Also on display THE TORCH BEARER 31 this year were: 1st form art works; the winning entries from the Computer Club art competition; several sets of projects; and even a 3 metre long paper-mache Stegosaurus from the Prep. I felt pretty silly directing a squad of boys carrying a green and yellow dinosaur across the oval, I can assure you! Back behind the desk there were changes this year too; a new filing system was initiated in term I to cope with a cyclic 7-day week. Also, a closed reserve for books in high demand proved successful. Such a reserve operates over topics for which there is a high patronage over a short time. Books normally due in a cycle are redesignated "overnight loan" in order to increase their availability for all over the assignment time. Worthy of note this year is the quantity of donations at Parent-Teacher nights and also the American Tea. It's nice to think some Shore boys had higher purposes for their money than buying tennis balls to throw at prefects in the coconut shy. Certainly, with the cost of imported books, and the Australian dollar floating like a lead sinker, such donations are greatly appreciated come budget time. Since the introduction of the new silent Library dictum, there has been a noticeable improvement in the study atmosphere within, the Library, fully justifying the new policy, which does, however, require constant enforcement. Also, I feel I must register a protest concerning overdues: many, many hours are wasted a week in compiling, checking, sorting, notifying and chasing up overdue books. As the fine-rate is also a matter of concern, it is in everybody's interest to return books promptly. Amongst the many jobs undertaken this year which should be mentioned is the appointing of two archivists to assist Mr. Peter Taylor, who is writing a nostalgic account of Shore's last 50-60 years. Their task is to find source material from our archives. I extend my personal thanks to my 'upper sixth'; Tony Johnson, Paul Packham, Caius Sze and Mark Allsop, and to the 60-odd others from every year of the school. All have worked hard on displays, book covering, maintaining the Library and running the desk. It would be nice to think each has gained something from this exemplary work for the School; certainly they deserve more praise than they have received from me over the year. It is also to them that we owe thanks for a smooth and efficient Library in 1986. Rohan Titus, Senior Librarian CO LIBRARIANS AND ARCHIVISTS 1986 O 33 O X DO m > 33 m 33 THE TORCH BEARER 33 CALENDAR 1987 1st SEMESTER TERM I Tue. Feb. 3 Sat. Feb. 7 Fri. Feb. 13 Sat. Feb. 14 Sun. Feb. 15 Mon. Feb. 16 Wed. Feb. 18 Fri. Feb. 20 Sat. Feb. 21 Sun. Feb. 22 Mon. Feb. 23 Fri. Feb. 27 Sat. Feb. 28 Wed. Mar. 4 Sat. Mar. 7 Fri. Mar. 13 Sat. Mar. 14 Thu. Mar. 19 Fri. Mar. 20 Beginning of Term Cricket Trial Matches Mosman R.C. Regatta (Penrith) School Swimming Carnival, 1.15 p.m. Barker Invitation Swimming Carnival (West Pymble) 1st XI v. T.S.C. (home) S.G.S. Junior Regatta (Abbotsford), a.m. N.S.W.R.A. Regatta (Penrith), p.m. Form VI Biology Excursion begins Prep School Swimming Carnival, 1.15 p.m. Form VI Biology Excursion ends Thiess Toyota Twilight Regatta N.C. Invitation Swimming Carnival 1st XI v. T.K.S. (away) Newington Regatta (Abbotsford), a.m. Balmain Regatta (Iron Cove), p.m. Prep School Open Service, 9.45 a.m. Form VI Study Seminars begin Shore Invitation Swimming Carnival, 7.30 p.m. 1st XI v. S.G.S. (home) T.K.S. Regatta (Abbotsford), a.m., B.W.E. Ash Wednesday 1st XI v. S.J.C. (home) Shore Regatta (Abbotsford), a.m. Haberfield Regatta (Iron Cove), p.m. Scots Invitation Swimming Carnival Form VI Study Seminars end 1st XI v. S.I.C. (away) S.J.C. Junior Regatta (Abbotsford), a.m. S.U. Regatta (Penrith), p.m. Kings Invitation Swimming Carnival "Waiting for Godot", 8 p.m. "Waiting for Godot", 8 p.m. S.I.C. Invitation Swimming Carnival 34 Sat. Mar. 21 Sat. Mar. 28 Mon. Mar. 30 Tue. Mar. 31 Wed. Apr. 1 Thu. Apr. 2 Sat. Apr. 4 Fri. Apr. 10 Mon. Apr. 27 Sat. May 2 Sun. May 3 Mon. May 4 Wed. May 6 Fri. May 8 Sat. May 9 Mon. May 11 Thurs. May 14 Sat. May 16 Thu. May 21 Fri. May 22 Sat. May 23 Mon. May 25 Wed. May 27 Fri. May 29 Sat. May 30 Sat. Jun. 6 Mon. Jun. 8 Thu. Jun. 11 Fri. Jun. 12 Sat. Jun. 13 Mon. Jun. 15 Fri. Jun. 19 Sat. Jun. 20 Wed. Jun. 24 Fri. Jun. 26 THE TORCH BEARER 1st XI v. S.H.S. (away) T.S.C. Junior Regatta (Abbotsford), a.m. Glebe R.C. Regatta (Penrith), p.m. "Waiting for Godot", 8 p.m., B.W.E. 1st XI v. N.C. (away) Riverview Gold Cup Regatta (Lane Cove) Form VI Assessment Tests begin G.P.S. v. C.A.S. Tennis (White City) Form VI Assessment Tests end G.P.S. v. C.A.S. Basketball G.P.S. Head of the River Regatta (Penrith) End of Term TERM II Beginning of Term 1st XV v. K.G.S. (away) Open Service, 9.45 a.m. 98th Anniversary of the School's Opening 1st XV v. O.B.U. (Northbridge) S.C.E.G.S. Association — 50th Anniversary Lunch 1st XV v. T.A.S. (home) Form V Study Seminars begin "Half a Sixpence", 8.00 p.m. 1st XV v. S.I.C. (home) "Half a Sixpence", 8.00 p.m., B.W.E. "Half a Sixpence", 8.00 p.m. "Half a Sixpence", 8.00 p.m. 1st XV v. B.C. (home) "Half a Sixpence", 8.00 p.m. Middle, Lower and Prep Schools First Semester Exams begin Middle, Lower and Prep Schools Exams end Form V Study Seminars end Confirmation Service, 2.00 p.m. 1st XV v. T.S.C. (away) 1st XV v. S.I.C. (away), B.W.E. Queen's Birthday Holiday Shore Association Art Show Art Show continues 1st XV v. S.H.S. (home) Art Show ends Form V Mid-Year exams begin Form V Mid-Year exams end 1st XV v. S.G.S. (home) Prep School Concert, 7.30 p.m. End of Term THE TORCH BEARER Mon. Jul. 20 Tue. Jul. 21 Wed. Jul. 22 Sat. Jul. 25 Mon. Jul. 27 Thu. Jul., 30 Sat. Aug. 1 Fri. Aug. 7 Sat. Aug. 8 Mon. Aug. 10 Tue. Aug. 11 Wed. Aug. 12 Thu. Aug. 13 Fri. Aug. 14 Sat. Aug. 15 Sun. Aug. 16 Wed. Aug. 19 Fri. Aug. 21 Sat. Aug. 22 Wed. Aug. 26 Sat. Aug. 29 Sat. Sep. 5 Sat. Sep. 12 Tue. Sep. 15 Thu. Sep. 17 Fri. Sep. 18 Sat. Sep. 19 Mon. Oct. 12 Sat. Oct. 17 Sat. Oct. 24 Sun. Oct. 25 Mon. Oct. 26 Sat. Oct. 31 Tue. Nov. 3 Fri. Nov. 6 Sat. Nov. 7 Mon. Nov. 9 35 2nd SEMESTER TERM III Beginning of Term G.P.S. Rifle Shooting (Anzac Range) G.P.S. Rifle Shooting (Anzac Range) 1st XV v. N.C. (away) Shore Association Annual General Meeting, 11.00 a.m. S.C. Reference Tests 1st XV v. T.K.S. (home) Old Boys' Tea 1st XV v. S.J.C. (home), B.W.E. Form I Athletic Standards, H.S.C. Trials begin Form II Athletic Standards Form III Athletic Standards Form IV Athletic Standards Form V Athletic Standards Crusader Houseparty begins Combined G.P.S. Rugby v. C.A.S. Prep School Athletics Carnival, 8.30 a.m. Open Service, 9.45 a.m. (O.B.U. service) Crusader Houseparty ends Combined G.P.S. Rugby v. C.H.S. (Northbridge) H.S.C. Trials end Athletics v. S.H.S., T.G.S., S.I.C. (Riverview) School Athletic Sports, 9.00 a.m. Athletics v. S.G.S., T.S.C., S.H.S., B.C., O.B.U. (Northbridge), B.W.E. Athletics v. S.J.C, S.I.C, T.K.S. (Gowan Brae) G.P.S. Athletics (E.S. Marks Field) N.C.O. Course begins American Tea End of Term N.C.O. Course ends TERM IV Beginning of Term 1st XI v. T.K.S. (away) 1st XI v. K.G.S. (home) Open Service, 9.45 a.m. Form V End-of-Year Exams begin 1st XI v. N.C. (away), B.W.E. Form V End-of-Year Exams end; H.S.C. begins Shore Foundation Dinner 1st XI v. B.C. (home) Middle, Lower and Prep School Second Semester Exams begin 36 Wed. Nov. 11 Sat. Nov. 14 Sat. Nov. 21 Thu. Nov. 26 Sat. Nov. 28 Sun. Nov. 29 Mon. Nov. 30 Sat. Dec. 5 Wed. Dec. 9 Thu. Dec. 10 THE TORCH BEARER Middle, Lower and Prep School Second Semester Exams end 1st XI v. S.I.C. (away) 1st XI v. S.J.C. (home), B.W.E. Prep School Carol Service, 7.30 p.m. 1st XI v. Cranbrook (away) Leavers' Service, 9.30 a.m. Cadet Camps and Other Activities begin Cadet Camps end End of Term Prep School Speech Night, 7.30 p.m. Speech Day S.C.E.G.S. CADET UNIT BAND 1986 Back Row: L/Cpl. M. A. Robb, Cdts. H. C. Pearce, J. R. A. Pockley, T. W. Holt, N. O. R. Wansey, L/Cpl. D. Robbins. Second Row: Cdts. R. M. Ditchfield, S. L. Ditchfield, J. B. Mason, T. D. Thornett, A. C. Burge, R. H. Lucas, R. E. E. Marskell. Front Row: L/Cpls. L. E. Menzies, C. R. Burge, Cpls. M. C. Smeal, C. E. Dowsett, S. J. Kiss, Cdts. J. A. Lane, L/Cpls. T. J. Duncan, P. E. Galland. Seated: Sgts. A. J. N. Chapman, D. C. Williams, S/Sgt. M. J. N. Crowther, CUO D. B. Lane (Drum Major), Lt. R. A. Fox, WO2 J. C. Harley, Sgts. S. B. Docker, D. J. Overton, Cpl. A. W. Ditchfield. THE TORCH BEARER 37 GAMES RUGBY The 1986 season was a moderately successful one, with 172 games being won of the 376 played throughout the School (170 were lost and 34 drawn). It was an unusually dry season with no matches being played on heavy, muddy fields and very few practices being cancelled or held in inclement weather. The dry grounds were tailor-made for open running football and all teams attempted, with variable success, to play attractive rugby. It is still obvious that Shore is a little behind some of our opponents in its ability to run the ball constructively, and many teams still tend to resort to the more conservative, 10-man pattern if confronted by a strong opposition. Creativity and confidence, particularly amongst the backs, is lacking in some age groups and the old adage that "if you match Shore in the forwards you will beat them in the backs" is still true. Next year it is hoped that this conservatism and lack of confidence can be changed, and all coaches will continue to place a great deal of emphasis on strong, open back play to supplement the traditional forward superiority we seem to be able to attain every year. The 1st XV were runners-up to St. Joseph's this year, having been in last place after Round 3. This fight-back was a great credit to the team and something all the boys can be proud of. Whilst not containing any of last year's co-premiers, the team responded to the pressure placed on them. After consecutive defeats by St. Joseph's and Grammar (the first loss since 1967) they had four strong victories. Four of this year's team will be returning and this augurs well for next season. The 2nd XV were also runners-up to St. Joseph's, having suffered the same fate as the Firsts in losing consecutive matches to the ultimate premiers and Grammar in Rounds 2 and 3. They are also to be complimented on the mature way they accepted the rather controversial defeat by St. Joseph's and the way they approached, and won, the last 4 matches. 38 THE TORCH BEARER Once again the Open teams and Under 14s appeared to be the strongest age groups, winning 54% and 55% of their games respectively. Statistics of individual teams and age groups can be found at the end of the team reports: it is interesting to note, however, that the School won more games than it lost on only 5 of the 11 Saturdays of the season. New ground was broken this year in two areas. Firstly, the Old Boys' fixture, long a tradition, was changed to a 7-a-side round-robin tournament with five school teams meeting five Old Boys' teams. The Old Boys won a spirited final and the hope is that this competition can be continued in the future as the boys enjoy a chance to improve their open field running skills. Secondly, we welcomed a touring team from overseas, namely Rongotai Boys' College from Wellington, New Zealand. On the last Saturday of the May holidays the 1st XV met this big strong team and won a gruelling match by 10 points to 9. Rongotai boys were billeted by the Shore players, and all players enjoyed both the game and the chance to socialise with each other. The School provided seven representatives this year, with Sean Muffet playing for the GPS 1st XV and the N.S.W. 2nd XV; Gavin Colley and Michael Norman the GPS 2nd XV; Bill Penrose, Matt Storey and Simon Hunter the GPS 3rd XV; and Angus Hartley being chosen as a GPS Reserve. All these boys are to be congratulated on their success. Angus Sedgwick, as Captain of Rugby, was an enthusiastic leader of both the 1sts and the rest of the School and he maintained a high profile at junior matches, which was very much appreciated by the younger players. Thanks must be extended to all those who put a lot of time and effort into Shore Rugby this year. Those people were, in no specific order of importance: — the coaches; — the referees (staff, Old Boys and boys), and linesmen; — visiting "guest" coaches, including Wallabies Gregg Burrow, Bill Calcraft and Ian Williams, and Australian Schools Rep. Robert Rene; — our "physios", Mr. Mark Kenna and Mr. John Appleby; and — the S.C.E.G.S. Association, whose purchase of the "Rhino"" Scrum Machine provided the School with the most advanced machine available, allowing the coaches the scope to work on the forwards and develop them in the safest manner possible. 39 THE TORCH BEARER REPRESENTATIVES 1986 N.S.W. 2nd XV: G.P.S. 1st XV: G.P.S. 2nd XV: Sean Muffet Sean Muffet Gavin Colley Michael Normarl Matthew Storey Bill Penrose Simon Hunter Angus Hartley G.P.S. 3rd XV: G.P.S. Reserves: RUGBY STATISTICS 1986 82 55 55 77 75 32 Won 44 21 21 42 31 13 Lost 34 27 31 25 39 14 Drawn 4 376 172(46%) 170(45%) 34(9%) Played OPEN U16 U15 U14 U13 U12 TOTALS 7 3 10 5 5 G.P.S >. MATCHES 1st XV LJJ G H I J K N S E X 12-6 0-14 4-11 24-7 7-12 11-19 6-9 G H I J K N 6-12 14-0 0-6 X 12-7 10-3 0-15 17-12 3-10 14-0 15-3 X 7-24 12-17 3-15 9-16 19-11 X 6-0 11-4 15-0 0-14 16-9 X 37-3 3-3 6-6 0-7 3-37 9-16 13-13 6-3 6-0 9-4 3-13 10-4 S 9-6 3-6 4-9 6-6 13-3 4-10 13-13 X 16-9 12-18 18-12 X 6-10 6-6 10-6 X 0-6 3-3 7-0 6-6 FINAL 1st XV TABLE Team S.J.C. S.C.E.G.S. S.G.S. N.C. T.S.C. S.I.C. T.K.S. S.H.S. W 6 5 4 3 2 2 1 1 L — 2 3 3 3 3 4 6 D 1 — — 1 2 2 2 — PF 138 78 65 65 PA 56 64 41 70 Pts 13 10 8 7 48 58 51 86 68 6 6 4 2 43 40 17 40 THE TORCH BEARER «£' O ,j Q CD E ^ z o CS J so MS o w 3 »crj 2"d en S „ c 03 0- 7 ^ ^ §1 THE TORCH BEARER 41 1ST XV TEAM: A. D. SEDGWICK (c), A. G. HARTLEY (vc), R. W. BURGESS, S. J. HUNTER, S. R. MUFFET, W. T. PENROSE, G. LE LIEVRE, M. G. NORMAN, M. N. J. STOREY, M. O'DONNELL, J. M. RODGER, G. C. PARKER, T. J. DYKGRAAFF, G. E. COLLEY, D. W. CONOLLY. After a slow start to the year, the 1st XV developed into a strong side in the competition, being dominated only by the ultimate premiers, St. Joseph's. The team was runner up to St. Joseph's, their only other loss being against Sydney Grammar. With the sole survivor of last year's team, centre Rob Morse, being injured in the trial match against Cranbrook and taking no further part in the season, the team lacked the necessary experience that is often the difference between winning and losing crucial matches. What they lacked in experience they made up for in dogged determination, however, and the latent talent that was present in the team surfaced at the tail end of the season. The trial matches saw a reasonable amount of experimentation within the team, with a number of people being given time to find their feet. Short term gains, in the shape of wins, were sacrificed for long term gains, in the shape of confident, able players who could win competition matches. The team entered the competition with two wins, a draw and four losses under their belts. Wins against Knox and the New Zealand visitors, Rongotai College, were extremely sound, but losses against St. Joseph's (9-12), Barker (6-9), Cranbrook (3-6) and T.A.S. (12-16) were all by narrow margins and in some cases, in controversial circumstances. In fact, the loss to T.A.S. saw one of the most committed Shore performances of the year whilst the midweek game against Cranbrook was one that should have been won by many points. After a good start to the competition, with a hard fought win against Kings, the team slumped against St. Joseph's and Grammar only to fight back and beat, in consecutive weeks, Newington, Scots, Riverview and High. It took a long while for many players to gain confidence in their own ability and the ability of those around them, but when realisation came that they could match all the teams in the competition, man for man, they produced Rugby of the highest standard. The forwards went through the year relatively unchanged. They were a hard, committed pack who kept at their job all day, with little flamboyance on anyone's part. The front row of Sean Muffet, at tight head, Bill Penrose, hooker, and Simon Hunter, loose head, held their own against all front rows. Sean's performances during the season earned for him a position in the G.P.S. 1st XV and the N.S.W. 2nd XV, and his value as the cornerstone of the scrum could be seen in the overall scrummaging of the pack. Bill started the year in blazing form, only to suffer a slump in the early part of the competition. To his credit, he bounced back to be picked in the G.P.S. 3rd XV. Simon, likewise, lost form after an injury in the trials, but he came back to be picked in the G.P.S. 3rds. 42 THE TORCH BEARER The second row of Rob Burgess and Grant Le Lievre was solid without being flashy. They lacked height, and as such were at a disadvantage in the lineout, but they made up for it by not stopping, even when up against larger opponents as happened in the Scots game. Rob's game against Cranbrook was his best of the year, where he dominated the middle of the lineout. The backrow was strong and hard but less mobile than a lot of their opponents. Angus Hartley led from the side of the scrum for the best part of the season, and his uncompromising play in the tight made up for his lack of speed. Michael Norman, on the other side, scored five tries during the competition through his ability to read the play and his backing up. He was rewarded with selection in the G.P.S. 3rds. Matt Storey, at lock, was the No. 2 jumper of the side and his ability to take the ball in two hands allowed the backs to have good ball to run with from the lineouts. He will be a force next year, and he, too, was chosen in the G.P.S. 3rds. Angus Sedgwick, at half, was also the captain of the side. He took some time to come to grips with the problems of captaincy on the field, and his play suffered as a consequence, particularly the speed and accuracy of his pass. Once he got going he produced the form he showed as 2nds half in 1985 and he was unlucky not to be chosen in the combined teams. Murray O'Donnell, at five eighth, was a steady player with a good kick who also suffered a form lapse early in the season. He, too, came back, and his try against Newington was one of the best of the year. James Rodger played at inside centre, with Grant Parker at outside. Both combined well during the latter part of the season, as Grant only came into the team after Round 2. Both centres took a while to combine well enough to be able to provide the wingers with good ball. Gavin Colley was perhaps the most consistent of the backs, playing on the left wing for most of the year. His hard running and solid front on and cover defence was invaluable; he was rewarded with selection in the G.P.S. 2nd XV. Jeremy Dykgraaff played either wing or centre, but for the most part was on the wing. At times a little indecisive, he made a number of breaks at crucial times that proved to be most beneficial. David Conolly moved from five eight early in the year to play fullback for the duration of the competition. His goal kicking netted him 35 points in the seven games, and his general play improved in large measures as the season progressed. He showed sure hands and was, for the most part, a solid defender. Whilst this year's team will not go down in the annals of Shore as one of the "great" teams, it certainly must be noted as one of the hardest working teams. To be last after 3 games and eventually run second speaks volumes for the determination and will to win of each of the boys who played in the team. They all enjoyed themselves into the bargain, so in the final analysis we must say it was a most satisfying year. THE TORCH BEARER 43 1st XV COMPETITION MATCHES v. Kings at Gowan Brae, 31st May, 1986 Team: Conolly, Colley, Warner, Dykgraaff, Rodger, O'Donnell, Sedgwick (c), Hartley, Storey, Norman, Lelievre, Burgess, Hawke, Pen rose, Hunter. On a fine hot day, the team took the field confident of a good performance against a Kings team that had struggled in pre-season matches. It was to be a scrappy game, with defence having the better of attack and many passes being dropped by both sides. Conolly put the first points on the board with a long range penalty goal, a feat he repeated some eight minutes later. This was to be the only score in the first half. Kings fought back early in the second half to score a try from near half way, after some very smart work from their inside backs. The conversion attempt was unsuccessful, but Kings hit the lead shortly after with a field goal. Their lead was short lived, however, with Conolly kicking a penalty goal from wide out, followed soon after by another one closer in for a lead of 12-7. The game then deteriorated, with both side's defences nullifying any attack. Full time saw the score 12-7. Final Score: Shore 12 (Conolly 4 penalty goals) bt. Kings 7 (try and field goal). v. St. Joseph's at Hunters Hill, 7th June, 1986 Team changes: Cudmore in for Warner on the wing; Muffet, back from injury, in for Hawke at tight head. Another fine day saw Shore take on a St. Joseph's team who had drawn their first match against Scots. Shore opened very strongly, driving into the St. Joseph's forwards and putting the ball behind the St. Joseph's backs. Their reward came early with a try to Norman after Sedgwick pressured the Joey's fullback into error. The conversion attempt failed. Joey's came back strongly, scoring and converting after some poor defence by the Shore backs. Another try followed after good second phase play by Joey's and it looked as if they would run away with the match. Shore started to look tentative in the forwards, and Joey's were winning the ball in all phases of the game, especially the rucks and mauls. At half time it was 10-4. Shortly before half time, Conolly was replaced by Smith at fullback. Smith kicked a penalty from long range early in the second half to close the gap to 3 points, but from then on, it was all Joey's. They drove in hard in the forwards and ran the ball from all parts of the field to run in three more tries, one of them being converted, their wingers ran at will, and they were ably supported by their backrowers. Final score: Shore 7 (Norman try, Smith penalty goal) defeated by St. Joseph's 24 (5 tries, 2 conversions). 44 THE TORCH BEARER v. Sydney Grammar at Weigall, 14th June, 1986 Team changes: O'Donnell out, Rodger to five eighth, Parker to centre, Hartley to breakaway, Storey to lock (from breakaway). On a cold day, Shore kicked off to the strong Grammar team and were quickly rewarded for some aggressive play in the forwards when Conolly kicked a penalty in the tenth minute. Grammar recovered well, weathering the storm of the Shore attack to run the ball into the Shore quarter for their five eighth to level the scores with a field goal. Shore hit back with some surging runs from forwards and backs, but the Grammar five eighth kept turning these attacks around with some superb kicking. Shore started to falter, with some poor passing, allowing Grammar to unsettle the backs and they were penalised 2 minutes from half time. Grammar kicked the penalty to go into the break 6-3 ahead. An opportunist try, scored by the Grammar left wing shortly after half time, was converted from the sideline for Grammar to lead 12-3. Shore raised the tempo of their game in an attempt to get back into the match, but Grammar kept turning them around with long kicks. A penalty goal by Conolly brought the score to 12-6 where it remained to the end of the game, although the Shore team played some of their best football in the last 10 minutes. A disappointing game where nothing really went right for the team: to their credit, Grammar played a bustling, aggressive game, dominating at the lineout, and their five eighth controlled the game superbly. Final score: Shore 6 (Conolly 2 penalty goals) defeated by Grammar 12 (try, conversion, penalty goal and field goal). v. Newington at Northbridge, 21st June, 1986 Team changes: O'Donnell back at five eighth, Rodger to centre, Cudmore to 2nds. After two consecutive losses which saw Shore at the bottom of the competition table, team team faced a strong Newington team for their first home match. The game started well when Norman scored from a charged down kick, but soon after Newington kicked a penalty after the Shore backs were caught offside. Shore, beginning to gain dominance in the forwards, pushed into the Newington quarter and O'Donnell scored a try, which was converted by Conolly, to go to the half time break with a 10-3 lead. A penalty goal, followed by a converted try, again scored by Norman, saw Shore race to a 19-3 lead and with both forwards and backs starting to produce the form they were capable of, a huge score seemed possible. Newington came back in the last 15 minutes to score 2 tries, both unconverted, after Shore relaxed in the forwards. In patches the Shore team showed control, power and pace but they lacked concentration in vital moments. Final score: Shore 19 (Norman 2, O'Donnell tries; Conolly 2 conversions, penalty goal) bt. Newington 11 (2 tries; penalty goal). THE TORCH BEARER 45 v. Scots College at Northbridge, 28th June, 1986 Team unchanged. On a cloudy day Shore took the field against a large Scots team who had undergone a drastic reshuffle during the week, both teams realising that second spot on the table was at stake. After two penalty goal attempts failed in the first 20 minutes Conolly was finally able to land one from 30 metres to put Shore into the lead. Both packs were trying to dominate each other around the field and both backlines nullifyed each other's attacking forays with solid defence. With a few minutes remaining in the first half Sedgwick ran the short side and Hartley scored a good try after the ball passed through a number of hands. Conolly converted and Shore led 9-0 at half time. Scots started the second half much more positively, attacking the Shore line for long periods of time, only to be driven back by spirited defence. The pressure told, however, with the Scots backrower scoring adjacent to the posts after some driving play by their forwards. The conversion made in 9-6 in Shore's favour, and the last quarter of the game saw play move from one end of the field to the other; in this time Hartley was held up over the Scots line at one stage and a promising break by the Scots wing was foiled by good Shore cover defence. The final score of 9-6 was a good indication of the game. Shore put in one of their best performances of the season both at forward and back, with glimpses of the dashing back play all knew they were capable of producing. Final score: Shore 9 (Hartley try; Conolly goal, penalty goal) bt. Scots 6 (Converted try). v. St. Ignatius at Northbridge, 12th July, 1986 Team unchanged. Shore took the field in clear second place on the G.P.S. table against a smaller, faster opposition than for their last match. Quick movement of the ball along the backline saw Dykgraaff score in the corner in the first couple of minutes, allowing spectators to think that this was going to be one of the easiest matches of the year. This thought was soon dismissed as Riverview came back with some vigorous counter attacking play and some good tactical kicking. Shore scored again, however, in the twentieth minute through a field goal to Conolly, and with this score the Riverview backs seemed to open up a little allowing the Shore backs to make large inroads. At half time Shore led 7-0, having shown a lot of drive in the first session. Early in the second half Sedgwick followed a strong forward drive down the blind side to put Norman over, and it looked again as if a large score was imminent. However, to Riverview's credit they fought back against a Shore pack that started to lose momentum, and scored a try late in the game. Final score: Shore 11 (Norman, Dykgraaff tries; Conolly field goal) bt. St. Ignatius 4 (try). 46 THE TORCH BEARER v. Sydney High at Mackay Oval, 19th July, 1986 Team unchanged. This match epitomised the season for the Shore team with long periods of domination up front being wasted with loose passing and rushed plays. Pressure was not converted into points at vital times, but when the team did get going they produced some great running Rugby. The first half saw Shore dominate in all areas of the play without scoring (or conceding) a point. A disappointed group started the second half with the score 0-0 and shortly after Hartley peeled from a maul to score the easiest of tries to break the ice. More pressure was applied by the pack and the backs started to move the ball with more confidence, and a good backline movement saw Rodger score in the corner to bring the score to 8-0. This dominant trend was maintained to the end, with Norman scoring late in the game and Conolly converting for a final tally of 14-0. Final score: Shore 14 (Rodger, Hartley, Norman tries; Conolly goal) bt. High 0. E G H I J K N S E X 7-3 7-10 0-20 13-12 10-15 3-12 13-15 G 3-7 X 3-9 3-3 10-3 6-6 0-0 12-3 G.P.S. MATCHES 2nd XV H I J 10-7 20-0 12-13 9-3 3-3 3-10 X 3-11 0-42 11-3 X 0-27 42-0 27-0 X 10-4 3-0 6-10 11-17 11-17 0-21 10-6 0-13 0-13 K N S 15-10 12-3 6-6 0-0 4-10 X 17-11 17-11 21-0 11-6 15-13 3-12 6-10 13-0 13-0 9-11 6-11 11-9 X 3-0 0-3 X 0-3 10-6 FINAL 2nd XV TABLE Team S.J.C. S.C.E.G.S T.S.C. T.K.S. S.G.S. S.I.C. S.H.S. N.C. W 7 5 4 3 2 3 1 L D 2 3 3 2 3 6 6 1 3 1 1 PF 136 87 49 55 31 44 40 31 PA 21 53 59 52 37 67 103 81 Pts 14 10 8 7 7 7 2 1 THE TORCH BEARER 47 2ND XV TEAM: M. J. F. SANDILANDS (c), N. W. ROBERTS (vc), M. C. G. BROWN, G. R. HAWKE, H. E. COLLINS, D. J. BULL, R. J. PENNEY, B. E. HAGAN, S. A. W. LITCHFIELD, W. G. R. SHEIL, B. J. WARNER, R. T. HUMPHREY, R. J. R. MORSE, T. C. RAINSFORD, G. R. SMITH, S. F. CUDMORE, J. R. COLES. The 2nd XV had a most enjoyable season, winning 9 of their 13 matches and finishing as Runners-up in the G.P.S. competition. After six trial matches, which included wins against Knox, Riverview, Barker and T.A.S., the team approached the competition with a lot of optimism, knowing that they had the capacity to beat the form team St. Joseph's. A strong start against Kings in round 1, winning 15-10, saw us travel to Hunter's Hill in round 2 only to be the better team for most of the game and yet go down by a point in a controversial match. Shore led 12-4 with 5 minutes to go only to see St. Joseph's score a converted try with 60 seconds on the clock and then add a penalty goal long after the siren had sounded. Very disappointed players left the field after their best performance of the year. Round 3 saw a loss to Grammar, and the revival in the last 4 rounds saw strong wins against Newington, Scots, Riverview and High for the team to take 2nd spot on the table and wondering what might have been. The team was made up of a small but mobile pack who wore down rather than dominated most of their opponents. Geoff Hawke, Hamish Collins and Duncan Bull formed a speedy front row who were beaten only by the heavy Scots front three. Bruce Hagan and captain Mike Sandilands filled the second row, making up in brain for what they lacked in size and brawn. Many times during the season both players won lineout and maul ball against much bigger players. The back row changed during the year, with Tim Rainsford, Ross Sheil and Simon Litchfield filling these positions, until Tim was injured against Newington and Bob Warner came in to fill his place from the wing. Ross and Simon, a "converted" centre, were very fast to the breakdown, and the addition of the explosive Warner formed perhaps the fastest backrow in the school. Rob Penney and Jeremy Coles played at half, with Jeremy being injured mid season. Both were strong with long passes, and both played like a ninth forward. Nick Roberts was the only player, at five eighth, to play in all 13 games, and he was the team's main goal kicker, ending the year with 66 points. His 4 penalty goals against St. Joseph's were really the high points of the season, and his organisation of the backline was outstanding. Centres during the year were Roger Humphrey, Blair Wark and Robert Morse, with Grant Parker moving to the 1sts for the Grammar match. Blair played 2 games and Robert 2 in the latter part of the season. It took a while for each centre pairing to realise their potential and the pace that was outside them, but when they did they performed 48 THE TORCH BEARER very well. Defence in the middle of the field was a strong point of the team. Simon Cudmore and Mike Brown played on the wings and after some trouble in getting the ball early in the year they blossomed into dangerous attacking players. Their performance against Riverview was extremely good. Geoff Smith, at fullback, scored 2 memorable tries to win matches, one against Scots, the other against High. He was solid under pressure and a danger whenever he came into the line. The team played controlled, running football at all opportunities: the pity was that they only realised the talents they had in the latter part of the season when wins over Scots and Riverview were achieved in great style against strong opponents. It was a season enjoyed by all concerned. 3RD XV TEAM: D. SCAMBLER (c), A. OSBORNE, J. BARNES, A. KISS, D. GRIFFIN, S. PETERS, N. HOWARD, B. CONNORS, C. SMITH, C. HUMPHREY, B. WARK, E. JUDD, A. SCOTT, D. LANE, D. LOUGH, S. BULLOCK, C. CONTI. The 3rd XV season was most enjoyable for all those concerned. Good fun allied with a keen sense of team spirit and sportsmanship made the last season at Shore, for some of the team, unforgettable. We were without much success in the G.P.S. competition matches, with the sole victory being over Sydney High, but the score on the board by no means indicates the effort put in by the players throughout the year. I think we were very unfortunate not to come out on top in some of the many close matches. Forty players played 3rd grade at one stage or another during the season. This made it very difficult for coach and players to build up anything like teamwork. During the season there were many individual performances that could be mentioned. One player that springs to mind is Jason Barnes who, even when injured, refused to admit defeat. Jason's contribution to the team was invaluable. Sandy Kiss and Alick Osborne also showed great determination and sportsmanship, both propping against bigger, stronger opponents on many occasions. Second rowers, David Griffin and Sam Peters were possibly the two tallest in the competition and both played well throughout the season; David occasionally caught the ball in the lineout, which was much appreciated by the team. Breakaways Nick Howard and Bruce Connors contributed greatly to the team's performance in the loose, and they were well supported by captain David Scambler who led by example in every game. Nick played a couple of games in 2nds during the season, and Bruce was unavailable for some fixtures. The backline deserves a lot of praise, as they were the ones shuffled most during the year. It was very hard to build continuity with the team changing by the day, but somehow they managed it. o I 03 m > m 2nd XV 1986 Back Row: S. A. W. Litchfield, B. E. Hagan, M. C. G. Brown, G. R. Smith, T. C. Rainsford. Middle Row: R. J. Penney, R. T. Humphrey, D. J. Bull, R. J. R. Morse, W. G. R. Sheil, J. R. Coles. Seated: H. E. Collins, S. F. Cudmore, M. J. F. Sandilands (Capt.), A. D. Cavill Esq., N. W. Roberts (Vice-Capt.), B. J. Warner, G. R. Hawke. 50 THE TORCH BEARER Chris Humphrey was irreplaceable at half, and he could always make a break or a tackle that could save a try. He was well supported by vice-captain Blair Wark who made decisions about the backline that, under pressure, were most astute. The fast men, Evan Judd and Andrew Scott, on the wings, both played consistently well throughout the year, both being hard and aggressive. David Lane, David Lough, Steven Bullock and Chris Conti all played a game of "musical backs", being moved around a lot during the season, from five eighth to centre, wing and full back. They coped with this lack of permanence, and played sound football. As results go, the season could only be classed as mediocre. However, scores don't always tell the story: the 3rd XV was a happy team who played the game because they enjoyed it. With some luck they would have won more games than they did, but in the long run the enjoyment will be remembered, not the scores. 4TH XV TEAM: T. A. BLOMFIELD, I. T. BLOORE, J. L. CADWALLADER, M. J. A. COOK, R. J. FISHER, J. C. HARLEY, S. M. KEIR, S. D. KIDDLE, D. M. LOUGH, S. J. H. MacPHERSON, J. C. McAULEY, B. K. E. McMANUS, A. K. MUNRO, M. A. OWEN (c), L. C. SIMPSON, C. W. SMITH, T. W. WHITE. The 4th XV started the 1986 season in magnificent form, with 4 solid wins and a well deserved draw against a fancied St. Joseph's team. In these early matches, the Shore team played as a unit, despite limited training opportunities. The competition, however, proved to be a fairly erratic affair with Shore not playing consistently well. The team showed promise and a good spirit during these games, but failed to win too many games. All losses were fairly close, with only St. Joseph's and the King's School really beating Shore convincingly. A spirited win against a strong Riverview side showed the Shore team at their best, scoring 4 excellent tries in a fine display of running rugby. Throughout the season there were many fine performances. The side was well led by captain Michael Owen who never stopped trying and was an inspiration to the other players. Forwards Blomfield, White and MacPherson played consistently well, while Lough and Munro were the pick of a strong backline. Overall, a fairly disappointing season in terms of results, but a huge success for all players and spectators socially. The team played and trained in the right spirit, and never stopped trying. Thanks must go to all players, and to the parents who attended the games and the team barbecue on the last competition match. THE TORCH BEARER 51 3rd XV 1986 Back Row: B. R. D. Connors, C. W. Smith, S. R. Peters, D. B. Griffin, A. S. Osborne. Middle Row: S. M. Bullock, D. M. Lough, D. B. Lane, N. K. Howard, A. G. Kiss, C. E. Conti. Front Row: C. C. Humphrey, A. C, Scott, D. M. Scambler, R. C. Peterson Esq., B. R. Wark, E. L. Judd, J. L. E. Barnes. 4th XV 1986 Back Row: A. K. Munro, J. L. Cadwallader, S. M. Keir, C. W. Smith. Middle Row: B. K. E. McManus, S. J. H. MacPherson, J. C. Harley, J. C. McAuley, T. W. White, I. T. Bloore. Front Row: S. D. Kiddle, D. M. Lough, M. A. Owen, K. M. Lynch Esq., T. A. Blomfield, R. J. Fisher, M. J. A. Cook. 52 THE TORCH BEARER 5TH XV TEAM: G. W. BEED, J. L J. BREDEN, A. J. B. CAMPBELL, S. B. DOCKER (c), T. G. ELLIOTT, K. R. F. HAWKER, S. M. KEIR, B. A. B. LEE, J. C. McAULEY, P. J. McCOOK, I. R. MIDDLETON, W. J. MORGAN, J. P. NORMAN, T. J. C. STENING, A. M. WADDELL, H. M. A. WATSON. Fifth grade is always a difficult team. Firstly it suffers the "ins and outs" of the four teams above it. This particular fifths used forty-two players. Halfback was our most stable position. It was only occupied by three players. Wing was the most popular position being occupied by nine different players just tipping out breakaway, which only attracted eight participants. Not bad for an eleven game season. Secondly, fifth grade does not play on "A Ground" and thus it is often beneath the dignity of many players to play in it. Fortunately this leaves the "fair dinkum" footballers who play because they enjoy the game and not because they seek to gain status from it. I'm sure that all the players who stuck with their football thoroughly enjoyed the season. A sound record of 7 wins and 4 losses was achieved, with 175 points being scored and 74 conceded. All players displayed excellent attitudes at training, displaying a willingness to work hard, co-operate and learn. All players were indeed a pleasure to coach, but a couple of players deserve special mention. Firstly, John Harley did a superb job of leading the forwards during the early part of the season before he received a much deserved promotion. He was then replaced by the equally able Sean Docker, who captained the side very well indeed. The players also showed great discipline, always playing as a team and taking defeat with dignity. I hope that all the players learnt something from the season and I am sure that many, if not all the fifth formers, can look forward to a season on "A" Ground next year. If they do earn this privilege they will bring great credit to their school if they perform in the same manner as they have this season. 7TH XV TEAM: J. A. BOOTH (c), J. C. BAYLISS, C. J. BRENNAN, D. E. CHITTENDEN, W. J. CORDUKES, A. W. DAVIE, M. J. H. HARPUR, P. W. HEILER, G. D. M. HOLMAN, G. C. HOWES, M. D. LEWARNE, C. D. H. LODER, M. R. A. LONGWORTH, A. G. MacPHERSON, A. R. MARR, I. D. MATHLIN, J. A. SILK, A. M. THORPE, P. J. WALTER. ALSO PLAYED: G. R. DAWSON, P. J. HENDERSON, M. E. ROBERTS, J. S. SHOPPEE, L C. SIMPSON, D. J. STUART, J. M MARQUIS. The Shore 7th XV had a very enjoyable and successful season. The final result was eight wins and three losses; 194 points for and only 26 against. THE TORCH BEARER 53 Due to the lack of opposition from other schools, the 7ths played St. Joseph's four times during the season. Shore won the first game 60 but lost the other three. They were by no means disgraced and put up admirable performances, only going down 3-0, 9-0 and 8-3. These were the only three losses suffered by the team all year! They enjoyed resounding wins over Kings and Scots and ended the season with a brilliant display in the second half against the Barker 5ths, in which they scored three tries in ten minutes to win 22-0. The team was changed quite often during the season due to injuries and sickness. Consistent performers were captain Jon Booth at half, whose skills and leadership were an inspiration to all. Chris Loder at five eighth combined extremely well with Jon and their excellent use of the ball led to many tries. Hugh Longworth and Andrew Thorpe in the centres were a strong attacking and defensive combination and Dave Chittenden and Andy Davie produced many strong runs. Paul Heiler filled in very well anywhere in the backline. The forwards, led by Ian Mathlin and Will Cordukes formed an impressive combination. Will, I'm sure, won't forget his hat-trick of tries against Kings and lan's goal kicking (20 for the season) was extremely accurate. The vigorous rucking and mauling of Guy Howes and Jim Silk won much ball for the side. Unfortunately, the captain Gavin Holman was taken ill early in the season and couldn't play again. His absence was clearly missed by all the players. To his replacement Jon Booth go my sincere thanks for his leadership at training and during the games. Thanks also to the parents and friends for their much appreciated support throughout the season and congratulations and thanks to all the team on a very enjoyable and successful season. OPEN RUGBY RESULTS Opponent Knox S.J.C. S.I.C. Barker 1sts won 22-0 lost 9-12 drew 10-10 lost 9-12 2nds won 23-6 lost 9-21 won 17-9 won 4-0 3rds won 7-0 won 10-7 won 19-4 lost 4-6 4ths won 18-0 drew 4-4 won 17-6 won 6-0 5ths won 32-0 lost 3-20 won 24-10 won 26-0 won 12-7 lost 7-24 lost 6-12 won 15-10 lost 12-13 lost 3-7 lost 6-7 lost 0-15 lost 0-10 lost 7-21 lost 6-18 lost 6-9 won 4-3 lost 0-9 won 44-0 N.C. won 19-11 won 12-3 lost 0-4 lost 3-7 won 15-3 T.S.C. S.I.C. S.H.S. won 9-6 won 11-4 won 14-0 won 15-13 won 20-0 won 10-7 lost 0-7 lost 9-12 won 16-6 drew 3-3 won 16-12 lost 4-14 won 14-7 lost 13-19 lost 0-3 T.A.S. R.C. Cranbrook Totals Played lost 12-16 won 10-9 lost 3-6 won 6-3 lost 3-7 — 14 7 6 1 13 9 4 0 11 4 7 0 T.K.S. S.J.C. S.G.S. Won Lost Drawn 6ths won 22-0 won 7-6 won 15-7 v. S.J.C. lost 6-20 won 7-4 lost 3-15 v. S.A.C.S. drew 0-0 won 12-3 lost 0-6 lost 3-4 v. Knox lost 0-3 7ths won 16-0 won 6-0 won 20-6 v. S.J.C. lost 0-3 won 38-0 lost 0-9 v. S.A.C.S. won 16-0 v. S.J.C. lost 3-8 won 62-0 won 11-0 v. Barker won 22-0 _ _ H X m 11 4 5 2 11 7 4 0 11 5 5 1 11 8 3 0 o 3D O I CD m 3D m H m i O U16 RUGBY RESULTS 16A 16B 16C 16D Knox S.J.C. S.I.C. Barker won 14-0 won 18-15 lost 3-15 lost 0-11 won 12-3 lost 6-11 lost 10-21 won 3-0 won 15-0 lost 0-31 lost 0-4 won 16-0 won -22-0 drew 6-6 won 44-0 won 35-0 T.K.S. S.J.C. S.G.S. won 3-0 lost 3-12 won 6-0 lost 0-4 lost 3-16 lost 6-9 lost 4-10 lost 0-10 won 9-3 lost 0-15 lost 0-13 won 20-3 N.C. T.S.C. S.I.C. S.H.S. drew 0-0 lost 3-7 drew 3-3 won 4-0 won 7-6 won 12-3 drew 0-0 won 20-3 drew 4-4 lost 0-10 lost 0-8 v. S.A.C.S. won 17-8 lost 0-11 drew 3-3 lost 10-14 v. Scots won 10-6 lost 6-21 won 21-6 v. N.C. won 44-0 lost 0-10 lost 0-48 v. T.K.S. lost 4-12 drew 4-4 lost 0-10 lost 3-23 v. Scots lost 6-18 T.A.S. lost 3-6 — — — — 12 5 5 2 11 5 5 1 11 4 6 1 11 5 4 2 10 2 7 1 Opponent 16E — 33 X 03 m Totals Played Won Lost Drawn Ol en 56 THE TORCH BEARER 16AXV TEAM: A. WINSLADE, C. DOWSETT, C. HARDIE, B. CARTER, B. HUMPHRIS, E. FENWICKE (c), J. JACKSON, J. CHAMBER, A. CAMPBELL (vc), H. McCATHIE, A. WILSON, S. DITCHFIELD, A. GRADY, J. KERR, W. EDWARDS. This team is the combination which played in the last games of the season. Previously, D. Stanton had played most of the season at hooker with Jackson in the second row, Dowsett at breakaway and Fenwicke at number 8. McCathie, quite an outstanding player with great potential, spent much of the season on the sideline with a fractured cheek and prior to his rejoining the team, Edwards was at five eighth with Kennedy at fullback, Kerr at centre and McDouall on the wing for a few games. Changing combinations throughout the season through injury and seeking to try players in differing positions created some difficulties in establishing a consistent pattern. The aims of the season, though, were not so much in the playing pattern of the team, but more involved the attitudes of the players towards their own capabilities. There were two important steps to make. Firstly, for the team members to see themselves as capable of winning games and secondly as try scorers. This had to be done while at the same time developing the whole range of individual skills, the intricacies of sub unit skills (front row combinations, the back row wolf-pack, inside and outside back combinations) teamwork and options in the units and of course an attempt at developing an appreciation of team options and where and how to use them. Rugby, like chess, is played in the mind. Only chess is easier because the combinations are fewer and the pieces stay still (and they also don't try to hurt you!) It is easy to see from the results that this was a very tight season and in all but two games (the S.I.C. trial and S.J.C. competition) there was only one score in it, either for us or for them. As a coach I was delighted with the season, not because of games being won, but in how they were won and that when we lost it was because the opposition were better than us rather than because we played poorly or (more importantly) without determination. We thank all the teams we played for the pleasure we gained from our Saturday games. But as coach I would note that it would be much better for my health if the opposition either decided to beat us by many points or to lose to us by many points rather than making it so wretchedly close all the time! Every year the players impress me with the excellent attitude they show towards training and playing. As a school, Shore should be very happy with the players in this team — they were fine ambassadors. The highlights of the season were, in order of brightness and elevation: My present, a shooting stick, something I have longed for both to sit on and remonstrate with, Bill Edwards' penalty goals against Joey's in the trial, Peter Kennedy's huge tackle against Kings, Dave THE TORCH BEARER 57 Stanton's comment to Craig Hardie after a Grammar boy had fisted him in the facial region, "Don't be offended, he's only frustrated", the try against Sydney High and those beautiful backline movements in the same game. Played 12, won 5, lost 5, drew 2. Points for 60, against 69, but assessing that S.I.C. and T.A.S. didn't score any points in the trials, the for and against would be 60 to 48 which would produce an average per game of 5 for and 4 against, which means that on average we would have won every game. But that's impossible. We all know that there's no such thing as 5 points. 16B XV TEAM: S. OSBORNE, M. REID, J. CHALMERS, D. SCHMIDT, B. HUMPHRIS, J. STUART, A. HEATH, A. URQUHART, M. COWDROY, B. CALVER, S. KISS, R. HUNT, T. PERRETT, Z. GILDER, P. MALONEY, N. COBCROFT. The season started disappointingly with a number of boys being badly injured in the trial games. However, the team realigned for the first match against Knox to record a sound 12-3 victory with Charlie Dowsett scoring two fine tries. This resulted in Charlie (the captain) promptly being elevated to the As. The next two games were lost to St Joseph's and Riverview respectively. It must be noted that these games were lost mainly due to the fact that the games were played at 9.00 and most of the players were not fully awake until 9.30, producing brilliant second half performances which were, unfortunately, too late to avert the losses. A feature of the trial matches was Mike Cowdroy's deceptive speed and attacking play, scoring two tries in the S.J.C. and S.I.C. games. It was a blow to the team when he broke his shoulder playing against Joey's the second time we met them. (Another captain gone!) The game against Barker was notable for the closeness of the contest. The game was won when Jamie Chalmers, the diminutive hooker, kicked a goal from straight in front. Jamie played well all season with his cover defence and his willingness to take the ball up being features of his play. The fierceness and the hard hitting of the entire forward pack laid many a foundation for victory. The tight five of Stewart Osborne, Michael Reid, and David Schmidt were notable in this regard whilst Brian Humphris was invaluable for his work in the lineouts. The back row of Adam Heath, Angus Urquhart, James Stuart and, for a few games, Nick Cobcroft proved to be mobile and tough both in defence and attack. The first game of the competition rounds saw another defeat at the hands of St. Joseph's. The next Saturday, at a very windy Weigall Oval, a woeful performance allowed Grammar to snatch a 6-9 victory. This defeat and the berating from the coach seemed to galvanise the team into action, producing exceptional form for the final four games with wins over Scots 12-3, Newington 7-6 and High 20-3 and perhaps the best game all season, a 0-0 draw against Riverview. The team showed remarkable resilience in all aspects of the game and began to 58 THE TORCH BEARER produce good attacking rugby. Ben Calver, Stephen Kiss and Richard Hunt provided a good link with the speed and aggression of the outside backs Adam Heath, Peter Moloney and Zac Gilder, who scored three very good tries. In the final analysis, the team won five games, drew two and lost four with a tally of 83 points for and 65 against. However, the most important feature of this team was their spirit and fortitude in their rigorous training and their attitude to playing rugby. 16C XV TEAM: T. J. E. RYERSON, M. R. H. HARVEY, M. C. LYNE, W. McFARLAND, S. C. ATKINSON, H. F. SCHOLLBACH (c), M. J. BRANSGROVE, S. H. WARNER, W. A. PARRY-OKEDEN, T. R. PERRETT, J. R. COURT, A. J. M. CHAPMAN, G. S. PARKER, A. M. CAMERON, N. P. STEVENS, A. C. K. WATT. This team played the game with good spirit. They were very competitive and played right to the final whistle. Most of their games were Close Encounters of the Rugby Kind and the right bounce of the ball could have given them more wins than unlucky losses. In the forwards, H. Schollbach stood out as a player destined for higher honours in future years. Other to perform well were T. Ryerson, W. McFarland and S. H. Warner. Another hard running forward was M. J. Bransgrove. However, a lot of his runs ended in lost ball through lack of support play or dropped balls. The backs showed a steady improvement during the season. One of the problems was the continual movement of player from C.S. to B.S. However, in the last game, they moved the ball really well. 16D XV TEAM: I. D. MclNTOSH, D. C. TAYLOR, D. F. N. WEBSTER, D. A. SEDGWICK, J. HALLIDAY, M. C. SMEAL (c), S. I. JOYE, J. D. R. JENKINS, N. C. LOTZ, H. M. BEVAN (vc), A. A. WHEELER, M. R. McDOUALL, D. ROBBINS, I. P. MYLES, J. R. HERRON, S. W. ANDERSON, A. C. BURGE, P. MURPHY. The 16Ds were quite a successful team. They played their games hard but fairly, and never gave in. In two of their games, both against S.J.C., they played extremely well and could easily have been the victors with a little bit of luck, as they certainly had the dedication. The team was well led by the captain M. C. Smeal and the forwards kept on the front foot in the majority of games. H. M. Bevan at five eighth was sturdy and also kicked many goals. D. Robbins, I. Myles and N. C. Lotz were the best of the backs. The team scored 160 points for and only had 75 scored against them which is a good indication of the defensive ability. The boys who played in this team should be happy with this season. THE TORCH BEARER 59 16EXV TEAM: D. J. ALEXANDER, C. M. BAILEY, E. M. BONGARZONI, J. D. BRACEY, S. D. CHAMPION, D. B. CHICK, R. COOK, P. E. J. DAVIES, D. R. GILL, C. C. dB. GRACE, T. B. HAYDON, C. W. JOHNSON, R. C. JOUAULT, G. A. KINGHORN, H. LISTER, D. L LITCHFIELD, M. C. LOTZ, G. S. LYNE (c), R. H. McCREDIE, A. J. MclNTYRE, M. C. NOTT, A. C. WARD, A. S. WEBSTER, C. M. ZANELLI. 15A XV TEAM: T. G. T. BROWN, R. A. BURNEY, I. D. COLLEY, J. T. ELLIS, G. P. FRANKLIN, B. T. GLASSON, W. A. KENNARD, C. W. KLEM (c), T. J. R. LYLE, M. D. S. McDONALD (vc), R. W. MOUNTSTEPHENS, D. A. O'DONNELL, B. G. B, PEACOCKE, N. T. TAYLOR, T. D. THORN ETT. The early season form of the team was worrying for those concerned with the 15As, and at half time in the competition match against St. Joseph's, trailing 3-10 on Hunters Hill No. 1, things looked very bleak indeed. The team had already lost three of its five matches, albeit by narrow margins, and a fourth loss in six games would dampen morale considerably. However, this group of boys have tremendous pride in their performance, something that was abundantly evident in past seasons. A smart try by Ian Colley lessened the gap to 7-10, but St. Joseph's replied almost immediately with a superb drop goal, thus 7-13. With time running out, the forwards won a series of pieces of good quality ball, and eventually, after a bit of a crush, Dean O'Donnell managed to score next to the posts. Tom Brown converted, and the score finished at 13-13. This result was interesting for three reasons: It was the only game this St. Joseph's team didn't win in the competition rounds; it was the only game St. Joseph's failed to win on the day on No. 1 field; and, for the Shore team, the run of outs was over. They were to win their five remaining matches. The season opened against Knox with a 14-4 result, highlighted by three tries to Thomas Brown brought about through alertness and a fine sense of connivance — rather similar in some ways to the brilliance of Brett Kenny (purists may not know this name; he plays the other rugby game!). The next match was the first clash/fixture with St. Joseph's, which the College won deservingly 7-6 through a far more aggressive and controlled display than ours. Then followed the first test against St. Ignatius, a side unbeaten the previous year. Ross Burney marked his debut game with an excellent try, and the team withstood some enormous pressure through the game to win 6-0. The Term ended with the team well-satisfied with three games of reasonable standard. The opening game of Second Term was perhaps the most disappointing of the year. We fumbled our way to a 0-6 loss to a competent Barker side in a tryless match, the most worrying feature being a lack of cohesion on our part, and an inexplicable lack of confidence. Exactly the same pattern continued the following week against Kings 60 THE TORCH BEARER in a 4-6 loss. This was to be the only match the Kings team won during the competition rounds, although it must be said that they thoroughly outplayed us in most departments. The opening two games of the Term were the main reason for the great concern at halftime at Hunters Hill, but as stated above, this group of boys have a determination to perform well under pressure, and their draw in the second game against St. Joseph's was fitting reward for them. The next fixture was against Sydney Grammar, and the game was particularly tight. It was not a wonderful spectacle, but rather was highlighted by some excellent defence by both schools. The result was a 3-0 win to Shore. The following week against Newington, the boys opened up their attacking potential, and through driving forward play and some running rugby, managed an 18-4 win against a large opposition. Jason Ellis swooped in to make three trysaving tackles and Richard Mountstephens broke all front rower rules by scoring a try. It would be nice to report how he took the ball a la Benny Elias forty yards out, dummied twice, side-stepped, chipped ahead and regathered to score under the posts. However, the truth is he found himself with the ball in his hands, he knows not how, and the maul opened up and he fell over the line! Scots were next. They always prove tough enough, and the 15-0 scoreline to Shore was probably slightly flattering to us, although once again there was some pleasing running rugby from unlikely field positions. Undoubtedly, the highlight of the match was Dean O'Donnell's drop goal early in the game — startling in itself since under no pressure at practice on the previous Thursday he missed half a dozen similar shots. The penultimate effort saw us renewing the battle with St. Ignatius. It was a forgettable match in which we failed to capitalise on three or four clear scoring opportunities, lacked the expected continuity, were penalised heavily by the referee, yet won 3-0. Again defence was the highlight of the Shore performance. The final challenge was Sydney High amongst the horses, ducks, trees and a group of League players who all seemed to know Ben Peacocke, probably because they came from out Dubbo way. The team was prepared to throw the ball about, and all at once, it seemed, the continuity so hoped for in earlier games, was evident. The result was three excellent team tries, as well as the third successive shut-out of the opposition. Highlights in this game included Ian Colley's huge run to score the first try, Captain Klem charging off down field pursued by two dogs and the entire High team, and Jason Ellis entering the backline at speed and clambering, almost on all fours, to get the ball •wer the goal line. One of the reasons for the team's success in the second part of the season was the stability of team composition. The team had hardly any injury problems in the last six games, remaining virtually unchanged during this period. This is a credit to the boys in the team, most of whom worked quite hard at their fitness levels. THE TORCH BEARER 61 The fullback was Jason Ellis, who played all eleven matches during the season, the first two in the second row. Jason was new this year, coming from Carey Grammar in Melbourne, and thus well versed in the finer points of Australian Football. He came to terms with rugby surprisingly quickly, and his catching and kicking skills were obvious pluses. He proved to be an exceptional tackier, and his running game improved as the season progressed. As a team man his value was immense. He was supported at the back by two fine wingers. On the right wing was Ian Colley, a player of great determination and strength. Ian had the uncanny ability of creating a gap by running through his opponent, not especially subtle, but quite effective. He was complemented on the left end of the three quarter line by Tim Lyle, deceptively quick, but yet to realise his try-scoring potential. One of Tim's greatest attributes was the way he hounded his opponent throughout the game. He is a fine tackier. The centre pairing was Dean O'Donnell, who played outside Thomas Brown. Dean played fullback last year, yet handled the new position well. He is a determined runner, backs up well, and his timing is first class. Match after match he was forced to mark players about the size of Noel Cleal, but on every occasion contained them admirably. Tom, as explained earlier, is an opportunist, and tends to introduce his own flavour to every game. By his own admission he would prefer to play five-eighth but in fact from the team's point of view may eventually end up at outside centre, with O'Donnell moving to inside. His kicking game is good and he has the ability to make brilliant plays through backing up and keen acceleration. His importance to the team was underlined by his absence through illness in the disappointing loss to Barker. Five-eighth in the team was Nicholas Taylor. This season he was hampered to an extent by his lack of bulk and also a slight hesitancy in choosing options. However, he remains a gifted stepper possessing impressive acceleration, and was a constant threat to the opposition defence. He had the job of calling the backline ploys, and improved this area of responsibility markedly as time went by. His job was made easier by his halfback, Charlie Klem, whose service was impeccable throughout. Charlie threw about ten bad passes all season, and most of these came after sloppy ball had been delivered from lineouts. His darting runs from the scrum base usually gained valuable ground, and his toughness and uncompromising defence were without parallel. He was also the captain, and had the respect of every player in his team. The success of the latter part of the season was very largely due to the example he set on the field. He deservedly won the season's best and fairest contest. The backrow brought together an interesting mix of abilities. Martin McDonald was the leader of the forwards, and like his captain, tended to let his on-field actions do the talking. He tackled relentlessly, and was constantly working at gaining possession of loose ball. He backed up breaks made in close, particularly those made by his half- 62 THE TORCH BEARER back, and his excellent try against Newington was evidence of this. He also appears to have a secret love for Australian Football, exhibited by his tendency to kick the ball when even the slightest opportunity presented itself. He's no Warwick Capper, but he isn't too bad either: The tighter backrower was No. 8, Toby Thornett, who took a while to run into form, but eventually showed his merit as a superb maul ripper, and competent back of the lineout exponent. A basic lack of speed may force him further forward in the pack in coming seasons. As team comedian he was greatly appreciated, especially by his greatest fan, Nick Taylor! Perhaps playing more loosely in the backrow (except when McDonald played fullback or wing), but no less effective than the other two, was Ross Burney. He proved himself to be a tough and relentless hounder of the opposition inside backs, and was quite superb at times when running with the ball. He also had the added responsibility of being the team's main line out jumper. Potentially, he is as good as any forward in the team. Perhaps the strangest team selection was that of Walter Kennard in the second row. Walter prefers to play in the backrow, but there simply wasn't room for four players in this area, while there was a spot available in the second row. Walter agreed unselfishly to play out of position, and was one of the team's most consistent performers. His strength and durability were features that came to the fore in each game he played. The other second rower was Ben Peacocke, a new boy at the start of the year. Ben started the season in the Bs, but grew in confidence until through his relentless drive forward he simply demanded to be selected. This commitment to going forward was augmented by his useful contribution to lineout ball at No. 4. He also blocked occasional opposition moves with ferocious tackles. No successful forward pack earns their success unless they have a good front row, and this team possesses a very useful front three. Mention has already been made of Richard Mountstephens, who was the hooker. Apart from being an excellent driving force amongst the forwards, h& is also a fast striker (taking an average of three tight heads per game) and an excellent mauler. His lineout throwing was quite good too. The lynch pin of the pack was Gavin Franklin, a seemingly immovable force in the scrum, and a useful contributor in all other phases of play. This boy was the unsung hero, rarely receiving recognition for his exceptional efforts, but consistently putting immense pressure on the opposition in every forward exchange. The final member of the pack was Brennan Glasson, originally a replacement at loose head prop for an injured player, but in the end thoroughly justifying the position he held in the team through merit. His scrummaging was good, as was his commitment to drive forward and the loose ball. One point that should be stressed was the team's excellent defensive record. Such a record had nothing whatever to do with a cleverly devised pattern, the defence was sustained through pride and determination. The boys considered it a serious affront if any opponent THE TORCH BEARER 63 came within a few metres of the line with the ball, and led by captain Klem, drove back many would-be try scorers. In the eleven games their try line was crossed only five times, and never more than once in a game. Other boys who represented the As at various times during the season were Matthew Shand (who was injured in a domestic accident, and missed most of the season), David Holmes, Cameron Wark, Lionel Bray, Justin Penney and William Sidwell. The team were also very grateful for the support they received at all times from the 15Bs, and from Mr. Field, their coach. The support from the parents throughout the season was marvellous. It makes such a difference to the boys to know that they have the positive support of their parents — it was greatly appreciated. 15BXV TEAM: R. W. AMOS, L. P. M. BRAY, J. J. BURGESS, J. A. CHRISTIE, A. J. COZENS, R. D. DOYLE, D. B. HOLMES, P. W. JAMES, P. W. MOFFAT, D. J. MULREADY, J. J. PENNEY, W. J. E. SIDWELL, J. F. SMITH, C. A. WARK, T. P. WOODMAN, T. THORNETT. The 15B XV of 1986 was a side full of promise, however, the team never got this together, producing a frustrating season for all. The team started well with good performances in the trial games. These included draws against S.I.C. and S.J.C. Against Kings the team played very well defeat the opposition soundly. The next game, the second encounter with S.J.C, proved to be the best of the season. The result was 11-4 to S.J.C, some would say an unlucky loss. The team defeated Grammar the next week but then lost the next three games against N.C., T.S.C. and S.I.C. This bad run was halted by a good display against High in the last game. First Thornett, then Sidwell captained the team, spurring on the rest of the team by their example of determined and committed play. Both played in the back row with Moffat, Christie and Holmes during the season. From these five, the team had a formidable back row, tackling ferociously and cover defending well. The front row of Smith, James and Glasson, with Penney playing some games, was very strong in the scrum and in broken play. They were well supported by the second row of Amos and Bray, who provided excellent lineout ball and did their share in cover defence. Doyle was in charge of a skilled group in the backs, playing himself at half. Cozens was reliable at five-eighth, bringing off the tackle of the year. Wark, at inside centre, making many breaks up the middle and providing strong front on defence. Wark was also the team's goalkicker for a large part of the season. Burgess played at outside centre, proving to be a strong runner and defender. The three wings used during the year, Woodman, Lyle and Christie, proved a good mix, with Lyle using his pace to advantage to score many tries, whilst Christie and Woodman relied on their step to get around the defence. 64 THE TORCH BEARER Mulready played at fullback. He was reliable under pressure, kicking the team out of trouble many times. He was also effective in counter attack. Overall, it was an eventful season, and thanks must go to all those who made it as enjoyable as it proved to be. 15C XV TEAM: The team was selected from STUART BEVAN, MICHAEL BODE, STEPHEN CONTI, STEWART CROWTHER, ROBERT DICKSON, ROBERT DITCHFIELD, MATTHEW DUNCAN, PETER GALLAND, BEN GREGORY, BEN JENKINS, ANDREW KENNARD, HUGH MACLEMAN, ALEX NEWMAN, BEN POLLOCK, JAMES READ (c), DAVID ROBSON, SIMON URRY AND ANGUS WHITEHOUSE. It was clear from the previous year's results that the team would face formidable opponents in St. Joseph's, Riverview, Newington and Knox; and so it proved. The problems that this side faced were a tendency to fade towards the end of a match, ineffectual rucking and mauling, the lack of deep kicking skills, and smallness in both forwards and backs. To help compensate for size, fitness was worked on by running the team to Flatrock Drive twice a week. The tactic of moving up fast in defence to force errors was successful in containing St. Joseph's big fast backline and limiting the score to 4 and 12 points against, though we played them away on both occasions. Riverview, whom we also had to play away in both matches, had brilliant kickers, lots of moves and great speed. In the return match, this tactic prevented their clever, fast backs from playing their usual running game in the first half, and the score was very small; but they replied in the second half by kicking, and we were continually forced back into hard defence by long, accurate punts down their short No. 2 field. Nevertheless, the losing margin was a little smaller than last year's. The loss to Newington was against the run of play — an unlucky combination of errors in attack resulting in an intercept. Shore was clearly the better team on the day. Bevan's hard tackling was a feature of the team; while special courage in tackling was shown by Ditchfield, Crowther, Newman, Read and Whitehouse. A special debt of gratitude is due to Mr Dickson, whose assistance was invaluable in coaching the forward pack. As a result, although this side found themselves up against heavier packs in most games, they were rarely outscrummed. The front row of Galland, Conti and Mademan were very effective. In the second row, Kennard and Duncan always gave their best. Bode, at lock, was outstanding, especially in lineouts and general support play. At breakaway, Pollock and Dickson tried hard. Pollock had to fill in as prop forward for most matches, which he did very effectively. One of the big problems — rucking and mauling — was corrected late in the season; but the forwards need much more work at this skill so that they can share the attack and make the opposition's attack THE TORCH BEARER 65 hesitate. Our attack was so predictable — deliver the ball to the half — that the opposition defences were able to ignore our forwards and concentrate solely on crowding our backs. On those occasions when our forwards did run the ball on (a few times from lineouts), they showed good penetration. James Read, the captain, at halfback, had to work hard to develop the skill of passing fast and far enough to take the pressure off his fiveeighth. In his last two games, his service was very good indeed. His defence was outstanding, and he made several memorable runs from the scrum base. The team lacked a genuine five-eighth: Bevan had the kick but not the hands; and those with both penetrative skills and hands, such as Jenkins and Ditchfield, lacked a long enough kick. Kicks — even for penalty clearances — rarely found touch; and the team was frequently stretched to clean up the resulting counter-attacks. The inside backs had the ability to penetrate. Christie was outstanding at inside centre, and his promotion to the Bs greatly weakened the line. Occasionally, Jenkins and Gregory showed some ability to cut through. The centres have undoubted potential; but their handling and support play suffered from an undisciplined approach to practice by two players. A more mature and less selfish approach next season could assist the team to more victories. Urry, on the wing, was a dynamic player, and top scored with three tries. Every time he ran, he made huge gains and looked for support, but frequently found that he had outrun it! Perhaps he should practice chipping ahead, rather than taking the tackle. Crowther, the other winger, was much smaller, but also fast, and he, too, would have looked better with more support. It took many matches to find a fullback who could take the ball reliably under pressure. Newman finally filled the position, and did very well, considering that he had previously been a tight forward. If he keeps improving the length of his punt kicking, he will be able to hold his own with any C grade fullback in the competition. Over the whole season, the side won 4, drew 1 and lost 6. In the competition round, we finished in the middle: won 3, drew 1, lost three. This is a good side, and most players worked with great dedication and selflessness. They never gave up, even when well beaten by Riverview, and tackled to the final whistle, which is the best test of character. 15D XV TEAM: The team was drawn from: Hamish Allan, Stuart Bevan, Craig Burge (c), James Clifton, Nicholas Cockle, Matthew Dale, Robert Ditchfield, Lincoln Gram, Ben Gregory, Ben Jenkins, Tom Lane, Andrew Lawson, Damon Lockhart (vc), Chris Meyers, Jonathan Palmer, Roger Pulman, Mark Robb, David Robson, Jason Sharp, Tom Sherington, Peter Thornton, Angus Whitehouse. 66 THE TORCH BEARER As with the 15C XV, it was plain from previous seasons' results that this team would have to face formidable opposition from Riverview, St. Joseph's and Newington, as our side was so small in comparison. Running to Flatrock Drive improved the general fitness, and this was noticeable towards the end of many games. It took many matches to sort out the best players in each position. Unfortunately, Tom Lane, a promising general player and prop, was injured; but Palmer, a small but strong and versatile player in either forwards or backs, made a very good job of Prop Forward. Thornton proved to be an efficient hooker, and, with Clifton — a loyal and dedicated player — on the other side, the scrum was well led. Sharp had various partners in the second row, but eventually Allen proved best. Lockhart led the pack from No. 8, and there were plenty of small forwards to choose from for breakaways: Robb, Gram, Dale and Whitehouse. Whitehouse's low tackling earlier in the season was a feature, and he spent some time in the Cs, despite his small size. Among the backs, Pulman had good passing skills, Burge could tackle neatly, Ditchfield played a reliable game, tackled low and fearlessly, and handled well; Gregory exhibited running skills and good hands, Robson (who scored 6 tries) ran punishingly and took spectacular intercepts, Lawson ran powerfully, Cockle tackled and ran well, and Sherington, on his day, kicked and defended quite well. In fact, there was very little difference in standard between most of these backs and their counterparts in the 15Cs: Ditchfield, Gregory and Robson were the inside backs for the C's win against Grammar, for instance. The matches against Barker, Newington and Scots were very close indeed, and could have gone either way. However, Riverview is extraordinarly strong in this age group, and to hold them down to 17 points in the second encounter (after 0-48 in the first match) was very commendable indeed! St. Joseph's had a huge team — they seemed bigger than even their 15Cs. They cut us to ribbons the first time, but we improved by 24 points in the second match. All four matches against Riverview and St. Joseph's were played away, which made the task even harder. Against Sydney High's 15Cs, the forwards dominated the first half; but, with the help of some replacements from higher grades. High managed to defeat us. What was most rewarding about coaching this team was the cooperative, keen spirit that was exhibited by all but a few of the regular players. Reluctance to tackle was rarely seen; and it made one proud to see the eagerness with which many small players cut down much larger opponents, and contested to the last pace and the last second. 15EXV TEAM: H. R. S. ALLAN, M. C. BANKS, C. S. BRAGG, A. R. BREDEN, D. C. BROCKHOFF, B. C. E. CLIVE, A. A. CHAN, M. B. FITZGERALD, G. M. FORDRED, M. A. S. GREENE, S. M. HARRIS, R. R. HELENE, G. S. B. HUDSON, P. J. JARVIS, R. T. JOHNSON, T. B. LANE, A. L. THE TORCH BEARER 67 LANGDON, J. C. E. LITCHFIELD, J. D. C. LONGSTAFF, J. H. MASSEY, C. J. MEYERS, D. S. MOYLE, A. J. NEWMAN, S. M. PARTRIDGE, C. J. PEEL, N. D. POWER, J. J. THOMPSON, J. D. WOODS. The 15Es had a very disappointing season, in terms of results. The 15Es were very small in weight and physical height compared to the other schools we played and thus were continuously out pushed in the scrums. After the first loss of over fifty points the motivation and willingness of the team to play as a team no longer existed. However the 15Es did improve throughout the season and this can be seen through the results in the second half of the season when the return matches to St. Joseph's and Riverview produced identical scores to the practice matches earlier that season. U15 RUGBY RESULTS Opponent 15A 15B 15C 15D 15E Knox S.J.C. S.I.C. Barker won 14-4 lost 6-7 won 6-0 lost 0-6 lost 4-8 drew 0-0 drew 6-6 won 22-0 lost 4-28 lost 4-8 lost 7-28 won 14-0 won 16-4 lost 0-54 lost 0-48 won 7-0 T.K.S. S.J.C. S.G.S. lost 4-6 won 13-3 won 3-0 won 23-0 lost 3-7 won 4-0 won 14-4 lost 0-12 won 4-0 won 20-12 lost 4-34 won 14-4 N.C. T.S.C. S.I.C. S.H.S. won 18-4 won 15-0 won 3-0 won 14-0 lost 4-16 lost 0-4 lost 3-13 won 16-0 lost 6-12 draw 0-0 lost 0-22 v. S A C S . won 14-12 lost 0-6 lost 8-12 lost 0-17 lost 0-10 lost 12-14 lost 0-56 lost 0-64 v. Scots lost 8-32 won 12-4 lost 0-56 v. Trinity lost 3-12 lost 6-24 lost 0-28 lost 0-68 v. Trinity lost 4-24 11 8 3 0 11 4 5 2 11 4 6 1 11 4 7 0 Totals Played Won Lost Drawn 11 1 10 0 —I I m o 33 O DO m > 3 m 33 HE TORCH U14 RUGBY RESULTS 14A 14B 14C 14D 14E 14F 14G Knox S.J.C. S.I.C. Barker won 8-4 won 10-0 drew 9-9 lost 0-6 lost 4-14 lost 0-14 won 3-0 won 36-0 won 10-0 draw 4-4 lost 4-6 won 24-0 won 4-0 won 22-14 lost 0-11 won 20-4 won 10-0 lost 15-20 lost 4-20 won 88-0 lost 0-16 drew 4-4 m > — 3D T.K.S. S.G.S. won 16-6 won 9-4 won 20-4 lost 0-3 won 6-0 won 15-3 won 16-4 won 16-0 N.C. T.S.C. S.I.C. won 14-12 won 10-0 lost 12-13 drew 0-0 won 7-6 won 3-0 won 11-8 won 14-4 won 9-4 lost 6-7 won 10-8 won 12-4 won 10-0 v. S.A.C.S. lost 10-17 won 19-0 drew 4-4 won 4-0 won 52-0 won 22-4 won 14-4 v. Scots lost 0-14 lost 0-8 v. S.A.C.S. lost 8-26 lost 3-6 lost 0-36 won 6-0 S.H.S. won 32-0 won 44-0 won 36-0 v. S.A.C.S. drew 0-0 v. Knox won 6-4 v. Knox lost 4-7 v. Scots lost 0-22 lost 0-18 v. Barker lost 10-16 won 26-10 lost 4-10 v. S.P.X. drew 0-0 v. Knox lost 0-22 Warringah drew 4-4 — — — — — — 12 8 2 2 11 6 3 2 11 8 1 2 11 8 2 1 11 6 4 1 11 5 6 0 10 1 7 2 Opponent Totals Played Won Lost Drawn CD m 70 THE TORCH BEARER 14AXV TEAM: H. SCAMMELL, B. HALLIDAY, A. TATE, M. MURCHISON (c), N. ZANNELLI, M. WAIT, B. ELVY, E. CRIPPS, D. BARNETT, R. DIXON, J. CHALMERS, S. LANE (vc), J. STOREY, W. McCONNELL, D. CLARE, K. WONG. The 14As developed good team spirit during the year, and while the trial game results were average (with wins against K.C., S.J.C. and a loss to B.C.) they were able to build on this spirit to do well in the competition games. Full commitment came in the competition games, this attitude being reflected in a string of five wins. In these games the forwards developed into a most competitive pack, playing very tight and controlled football, dominating every opposition pack. The backs were able to take advantage of this forward supremacy to exhibit some fine quick hands movements which the wingers finished well. The only loss of the competition was to Riverview (having drawn in pre competition) and this result came from a string of silly penalties in the first half. Shore was down by thirteen points at half-time, but an inspired second half effort saw the full time score at 13-12 to Riverview, Shore almost stealing a win. Both forwards and backs reached their peak in this match, and this form was carried through to the next match, a 32-0 win against High. The front row of Scammell, Halliday and Tate consistently put everything into their football. Their tackling and rucking was excellent. The second row, Murchison and either Zannelli or Wait was very strong, providing a solid platform. Murchison captained the team with great maturity, leading by example and commanding the full respect of the team. This was exemplified by his thrilling barging 40 metre run through the Scots pack. The back row carried out their job very effectively. Elvy used strength and sheer determination to boost the team's performance; Cripps defended and mauled brilliantly and Barnett used his speed and skill in running with the ball and feeding his backs. The half, five eighth pair of Dixon and Chalmers delivered the ball speedily and safely to their outside men. Both had excellent kicking games (Dixon scored 32 points as the team's goal kicker). Centres Lane and Storey combined well, with Lane straightening the attack and Storey repeatedly putting his wingers into gaps. These wingers, McConnell and Clare, were strong runners, scoring nine tries between them in the competition. Wong, at full back, was the most improved player, joining the backline brilliantly and growing in confidence as the season progressed. It was a successful and most enjoyable season. 14BXV TEAM: M. R. B. CAMPBELL, H. J. CAYLEY, C. G. CLAYTON, J. S. DICKSON, A. J. DOYLE, C. W. FOSTER, R. A. J. GIBSON, A. J. M. GILL (vc), D. L. HOBSON, H. W. LANDER, B. H. LEWARNE, E. D. J. NOCK, T. R. PARKER, J. R. J. SHARPLES, A. C. STEVENS, A. W. SWAN (c). THE TORCH BEARER 71 The 14Bs enjoyed a very successful 1986 season in which the weather was nearly always fine, a great number of entertaining tries were scored and a number of 'nail biting' wins were recorded. The side took a couple of weeks to sort itself out and this was reflected in losses to Knox and Joey's in the first two games. From here on, though, the side was to only have one loss in the remaining nine games. It was in the third game of the season that the character and potential of the side were first displayed. The opposition was Riverview, a much larger and in many ways better side, but the Shore boys, leading 3-0 after a penalty, tackled their hearts out and clung on desperately to win the match. The next two games against Barker and Kings were fairly comfortable affairs resulting in 36-0 and 20-4 wins respectively. They proved to be very valuable in developing the attacking skills of the backline and a mobile and aggressive forward pack. The next match was the big one against Joey's (away) after being beaten (0-14) in the trial. As with most Shore sides against Joey's, the boys psyched themselves up for a big effort and started the match in fine style. By half time we had done most of the attacking and led 4-0 after a try to Clayton from a penalty attempt which rebounded off the uprights. The second half saw Joey's pile on the pressure and this resulted in a somewhat dubious try which levelled the scores. The final five minutes were very tense and there were some anxious moments for the parents and coach who were pacing the sideline. Fortunately, fulltime arrived, leaving the score at 4-4; probably a fair result for both teams. The trip out to Rushcutters Bay on the next Saturday proved to be a real disappointment where a rather flat performance resulted in a 0-3 loss. The game was scrappy and is probably best forgotten. The next 3 games were all played on C ground at Northbridge and any home ground advantage was welcomed as the total points for in the 3 weeks were 10 and the total against was 6. The first encounter against Newington finished in a 0-0 draw after a very tough contest in which both teams played well. In the second match against Scots we ran downhill with a strong breeze in the first half and desperately needed points on the board. We managed 7 and fortunately in the second half they only managed 6: an excellent victory. Next was the return match with Riverview and again it was a very torrid affair finishing with a scoreline of 3-0, the same as in the first round. There was a difference, though, the Shore team was not desperately hanging on but rather, matching it in all aspects of the game and the win was a true reflection of their performance. The last game of the season was against High and it was nice (for us) to finish with a satisfying 44-0 victory which featured some excellent team tries and capped a fine season. The record of this side along with the even more impressive records of the 14As, Cs and Ds augurs well for future years. The props 72 THE TORCH BEARER in Gill and Sharpies always performed strongly whilst the 'pint size' hooker Nock played well above his weight and had the heart of a lion. Clayton in the second row and Cayley at lock were extremely tough and hard working in the tight, so much so that they were readily sought as replacements for the As. Dickson, although small, was a particularly good mauler and Lander always ran well with the ball. The other breakaway, Parker, was a superb loose forward, invariably being the first player to any breakdown and doing a great job when he got there. The halfback Swan, who unfortunately, missed the last few games through injury, improved his service greatly over the year and was a magnificent cover defender. Hobson at five eighth, despite being knocked around frequently by large opposition breakaways, showed plenty of potential and organized the backline well. The centres, Lewarne and Foster, although small, were very solid in defence and effective in attack. The wingers Gibson and Stevens developed incredibly over the year and finished up scoring 8 tries between them, Stevens scoring 3 against Barker. Their defence was always rock solid. The fullback position was shared by Campbell and Doyle both of whom, despite odd tentative moments, showed determination and considerable flair. They also filled in capably in other positions in the backline. The captaincy was shared by Swan and Gill and they were both most cooperative, led by example and were respected by all the other players. Thanks to them for their efforts and also to all the parents who contributed to the spirit of the 14Bs and helped make the season such an enjoyable one. 14C XV TEAM: J. BOURNE, M. CARTER, P. CARTER, A. DAVIS, M. ELLIS, J. FINNEY, M. FOSTER, A. JOYE, J. KELLY, B. MATHER, C. McCURRICH, P. McDOUGALL, A. McNAMARA, C. RUSSELL, A. SLACKSMITH, M. SMITH, P. SMYTH, J. TORR. The 1986 rugby season proved a very successful one for the 14C team. Of 11 games, the team won 8, lost 1 and drew 2 and in doing so the team scored 137 points for and 35 against — a remarkable effort. Much of the success of the team is due to the calibre of the boys involved in the squad. All exhibited keenness, willingness to train and most importantly a very strong team spirit and pride in themselves. This made the job of coaching very easy and enjoyable. The forward pack proved to be our strength. It was not an uncommon sight to see the opposition scrum back-pedalling at a rate of knots. The forwards were led by James Finney who was our most improved player. His overall play was aggressive and always within the rules, and he gave no quarter and asked for none. He was ably supported by Paul Carter, Phillip Smyth and Andrew Slack-Smith. These players were the nucleus of the forwards and continually gave 100%. The remaining forwards would walk into most B teams. Michael Carter, Ashley Joye, Justin Torr, James Kelly and Peter McDougall never took THE TORCH BEARER 73 a backwards step. Who could forget our scrummaging against St. Joseph's when we drove them back 15 metres in the first two scrums? With such a strong platform and constant supply of possession the backline was able to strut its stuff. Our half-backs Ben Mather (until injured) and Adam Davis provided good service and many darting runs. Matthew Smith, our five-eighth and captain, performed astutely. He was able to read the play and made the right decisions all the time. This meant that the quicker men, Tony McNamara, Chris Russell, Jason Bourne and Michael Foster all had plenty of opportunities to show their wares. One of the finds of the season was Michael Ellis at fullback. His size and speed made him a lethal attacking weapon, while his defence proved as solid as the Rock of Gibraltar. Congratulations must go to all of these players on a very successful season. It was a fitting reward that this team finished as "Premiers" and I hope that their future football years are as enjoyable as this one. 14D XV TEAM: J. BOWYER, A. BRACEY, J. CORBETT-JONES, S. DALGLEISH, H. DUNCAN, B. GRACE, B. GILDER, T. HOLT, B. HOWLAND, T. KAILL, C. NASH, S. PETERSON, D. SKENE, A. SIMPSON, J. SMITH, J. TONKIN, A. VAUGHAN, A. WARD. Much of the success of the 14Cs can be attributed to the competitiveness of the 14Ds. This worked in two ways; firstly all the boys pushed hard to climb up the rugby ladder, and secondly playing before the 14Cs provided the motivation necessary for that team to win. The 14Ds played 11 games, won 8, lost 2 and drew 1. All of their victories were ground out by a very "professional" brand of rugby. On more than one occasion, running up the hill at Northbridge, against the wind and in the second half, the team displayed determination and spirit worthy of any A team to overpower their opponents. The 14Ds were led by Ben Gilder, an inspiring captain and Simon Peterson. These two backrowers provided much of the drive and determination of the team. Combined with lock Tim Kaill and breakaway Hamish Duncan, this rampaging quartet created havoc among opposition teams. Jason Corbett-Jones, Andrew Bracey, Duncan Skene and Andrew Ward were very willing workers essential to any winning team. The hooking duel was between the two smallest players Stuart Dalgleish and Ben Howland. Although small in stature, these two embodied the spirit of the team. They never gave up, no matter how difficult the odds. The main attacking weapon in the backline was Justin Smith. This try-scoring genius was capable of scoring tries at will and finished up with 10 tries for the season. His ability to finish off a backline movement meant danger for the 14Ds. The other maestro in attack was Jason Bowyer. Built more like a second-rower, his attacking raids into the backline proved lethal and awesome. James Tonkin, as outside centre, was the team's defensive captain. His bone-cruching tackles 74 THE TORCH BEARER left the opposition sick and sorry. Craig Nash, Andrew Simpson, Andrew Vaughan and Tim Holt all filled in positions in the backline. Of these players Tim Holt looks a player of the future. He has speed, hands and a good football brain. Thank you to all the players for making the 1986 season enjoyable. Good luck in future years of rugby at Shore and I hope success and enjoyment are part of your rugby careers. 14EXV TEAM: S. R. AMM, J. W. BARR, C. A. M. BUTCHER, R. D. P. CARR, J. C. CORBETT-JONES, J. L. EATON, R. J. GOOLEY, A. F. HISLOP, B. A. R. HOWLAND, J. D. L. LYONS, D. A. M. MaclNTOSH, B. S. MacLENNAN, S. G. ROSE, D. B. SEVIER, A. E. C. SIMPSON, R. A. STANTON, M. O. UNWIN, D. C. WARD. ALSO PLAYED: C. V. BOURKE (3), J. A. BOWYER (3), H. N. DUNCAN (3), K. MacLEAN (3), C. D. NASH (4), S. T. SHADFORTH (3). The 1986 football season was a reasonably successful season for the 14E team with the team scoring some very impressive wins over, at times, much larger oppositions. The first game of the season was at Knox's Gillespie field with a strong Shore team coming out victor in a well fought match, winning 10-0. The next game was at Northbridge against St. Joseph's College. A strong first half by the Joey's team saw them forge a 20-3 lead. A strong fightback by the Shore team nearly landed a win but their efforts were not quite enough. Final score: S.J.C. 20, Shore 15. The third week of competition was against Riverview. This week the Shore team lacked the enthusiasm they had previously shown and lost to the tune of 20-4. The team then retired for the May holidays and came back on a high note beating Barker College 88-0 with 16 tries and captain J. Lyons kicking 12 goals. The first week of G.P.S. competition was against Kings with the Shore team starting off very strongly by scoring two quick tries. The Kings team then rallied to the challenge and did not allow the Shore team to cross their line again. Final score: Shore 10, Kings 0. One week later the 14Es travelled to Hunters Hill to play St. Joseph's College and amid fear, speculation, and dubious decisions, the 14Es were unlucky to lose a hard fought battle. Final score: S.J.C. 16, Shore 4. While the higher teams travelled into the city to play Grammar the 14Es played St. Andrew's Cathedral School 14A team. A game where the forwards were constantly pushed backwards by a much larger pack, the backs worked brilliantly with the little ball they had. Final score S.A.C.S. 17, Shore 10. Newington College were the next opponents to be confronted and the boys from Shore played extremely well against a much bigger Newington team. This was clearly their best game of the season with the forwards controlling the ball with the backs running hard and straight in attack. On many occasions the forwards were supplying third and even fourth phase ball. Final score THE TORCH BEARER 75 Shore 19, N.C. 0. The following week involved travelling to Bellevue Hill to play Scot's on their main oval. The Scots team had not been previously beaten and showed great determination and skill in their game. Hooker Ben Howland was replaced halfway through the first half after fracturing his wrist and the effect could be seen on the team. Fullback Angus Hislop was also replaced after being buried in the dust of the Scots main oval while taking an up-and-under. Prop David Ward ran in the team's only try to bring the final score to Shore 4, Scots 4. The second last week of competition was against Riverview at Northbridge. Both teams went out wanting to play hard, entertaining football and neither party gave any quarter. A very well earned win with the final score Shore 4, S.I.C. 0. The last match of the season was against Knox with the Knox team winning all games in the season except the first which was also against Shore. In a game worthy of being called the final game of the season, both teams battled hard in a torrid first half with the score at halftime 0-0. The second half saw both teams start with renewed vigour with both teams scoring tries. Final score Shore 6, Knox 4. This completed a very good season for the team with several boys showing a lot of talent. Among these were R. Stanton at halfback who delivered fine ball all season; D. Sevier whose direction from fiveeighth proved instrumental in all areas of play; S. Amm and D. Ward whose rucking strength and skill helped the forwards control of the ball; and J. Lyons, the captain of the team, whose leadership held the team together at all times, and especially when things were not going their way. 14FXV TEAM: N. G. AUSTIN, C. S. DOWE, J. M. GREENWOOD, C. H. HARDY, R. S. HEMMING, D. R. HOLLAND, D. G. HUM, C. E. JOHNSTON, G. A. LLOYD, D. A. M. MaclNTOSH, A. T. NEIL, J. R. A. POCKLEY, M. L. ROBERTS, S. T. SHADFORTH, J. A. THOMPSON, J. N. THORNTON. ALSO PLAYED: S. A. AMM (5), J. A. BOWYER (4), K. MacLEAN (5), M. P. L. WESTON (3). The 14F team had mixed success this season with some very good wins, some very close losses and some very large losses. The first game of the season was against Knox with the Shore team looking very impressive in their 52-0 victory. Northbridge was the setting for the second round of the season against Joey's. The 14Fs played a hard, tight game to win easily 22-4. The third game of the season took place at Riverview with the 14Fs controlling the ball with skill in the backs and with power in the forwards. The final score of this entertaining game was Shore 14, S.I.C. 4. The following week the 14Fs played a powerful and well drilled Scots' team and lost a hard game 14-0. The first game of G.P.S. Competition was against Kings. This week the Shore boys decided that the ball was an object to be feared rather than used and consequently lost to a rather vigorous Kings team. Final score Kings 8 Shore 0. The second round of competition 76 THE TORCH BEARER was played down at Hunter's Hill against St. Joseph's. A very strong Shore side showed the Joey's boys what Rugby is all about with their best win of the season. Final score: Shore 30 S.J.C. 4. The following week of the season saw the boys from St. Andrew's Cathedral School 14B team travel up to Northbridge. The Shore team started strongly but a well drilled St. Andrew's XV eventually wore the Shore XV down with very strong forward play. Final score: S.A.C.S. 22 Shore 8. The next round of the competition was played against Newington. After a scoreless first half the Shore XV mounted intense pressure for most of the second half. Tight defence however, did not permit the Shore team to cross the Newington line. A field goal by five-eighth Thompson saw Shore take the lead 10 minutes from the end. A lapse in concentration then saw the Newington team cross the line in the closing minutes of the game. Final score Shore 3 N.C. 6. The privilege of playing on the main oval at Scots the following week meant the 14F XV started the game a little nervous. The Scots team showed strength and discipline in all areas of their game, whereas the Shore XV were very hesitant to do anything with the ball. Final score: Scots 36 Shore 0. The second last game of competition was played against St. Ignatius at Northbridge. A very entertaining game with both sides playing hard football. In the end the Shore team proved the stronger and went on to win 6-0. The final round of the season found a very strong Knox team as the opposition. After a very close game the Shore team lost by 7-4. On the whole, a good season with the boys increasing their skills in all areas of the game. 14G XV TEAM: S. BEVAN, C. V. BOURKE, A. J. DOLDEN, O. H. HOLM, M. P. LYTTLE, A. A. McAULEY, S. A. McSKIMMING, J. W. MONTI, A. T. NEIL, B. J. RICHARDS, R. I. RICHARDS, A. P. SHEARDOWN, N. A. UTHER, W. T. B. UTHER, T. H. WEST, M. P. L. WESTON. ALSO PLAYED: M. E. ALSFORD (3), W. K. ATKINSON (4), C. S. DOWE (2). The 14G team had a rather disappointing season with only one win from ten games. Despite the lack of success most of the boys enjoyed themselves and their football. The boys also had to learn that even at this level the game is serious and that you have to train hard to be able to play well. 13AXV TEAM: A. DICKSON, A. HEWITT, B. TIMMS, C. POWER, C. EDELSTEN, A. WARDEN, WILLIAMS, A. FLAKELAR (c), B. BAXTER, P. MILLER, A. KLEM, G. PARKER, E. TURNER, S. BLACK, C. WALSH. The season overall was quite fruitful and very enjoyable. The team in all but their last match against High School took till the second half to get started. This became at times very hard to take for the parents and coach on the side line. Our results over the season had their ups and downs, with some very narrow wins and losses. We came up against some very large U13 teams which made life hard at times. This was not made any easier with the lack of size in our forwards. HE TORCH E U13 RUGBY RESULTS 13G Knox S.J.C. S.I.C. Barker T.K S. S.J.C. 13A won 4-0 lost 0-14 lost 6-39 lost 4-8 won 6-0 lost 0-4 13B lost 0-14 won 14-12 lost 0-28 lost 0-17 won 12-0 lost 0-10 13C lost 6-18 lost 0-36 lost 0-23 won 8-0 lost 0-6 lost 7-14 13D won 4-0 won 8-0 lost 0-20 won 34-0 won 14-4 lost 7-16 13E won 32-0 won 12-4 lost 4-20 drew 4-4 won 16-4 drew 4-4 13F won 24-0 drew 4-4 won 30-0 won 28-4 won 10-0 won 18-10 S.G.S. lost 6-10 won 8-0 won 28-0 won 8-0 N C IV >v/. T.S.C. won 6-0 lost 4-12 lost 0-10 won 10-3 lost 0-4 lost 0-20 lost 0-20 lost 11-18 v. S A C S , lost 0-10 won 10-6 drew 4-4 v. S.P.X. lost 4-16 lost 0-10 lost 9-22 S.I.C. S.H.S. lost 0-10 lost 0-14 lost 0-18 won 4-0 lost 4-8 won 4-0 lost 9-24 won 17-0 lost 0-14 lost 0-8 lost 0-32 won 20-0 v. N.C. lost 6-54 v. S.P.X. lost 0-26 won 24-4 v. Waverley drew 4-4 lost 4-10 won 48-0 11 3 8 11 5 6 11 3 8 11 6 5 11 4 4 11 6 4 9 4 4 0 0 0 0 3 1 Opponent Totals Played Won Lost Drawn won 16-10 lost 4-22 won 34-0 — •* 1 m m m ZD 78 THE TORCH BEARER One very pleasing aspect of the season was the degree of determination shown against a number of very big, physical and good teams. At all times the game was played as a team game with a great level of improvement being shown over the season. In the seasons to come, I believe this team, which contains a number of very special footballers, will develop into a very successful group as they grow and catch up in size to the boys of the other schools. 13B XV TEAM: R. H. M. BROWN (c), J. C. CHAMPION, R. J. COLLEY, J. L. COOPER, D. D. W. ERBY, D. A. FERGUSON, R. R. GRAHAM, F. P. HORROBIN, M. J. S. KIERNAN, N. C. LOTZ, P. J. MENCK, R. N. PROUD, J. D. D. RIDDELL, D. W. ROTHWELL, R. C. WALKER. ALSO PLAYED: S. D. BLACK, A. R. DICKSON, W. H. O. GADEN, A. A. HEWETT, T. D. LOVELL, B. J. MEYER, G. D. PARKER, J. A. SCOTT, S. R. R. THORPE, B. G. F. TIMMS, G. J. WILKINS. The opening of the rugby season did not quite present the same problems as the cricket season. By now the boys knew me and what to expect, my reputation as a tyrant, demagogue and despot, having been firmly established throughout the school. In any event, those boys who had played in my cricket team were under no illusions as to the shape of things to come, and nothing was lost in the embellishment, as they regaled newcomers to my team with tales of terrors past, and prophesied the horrors shortly to be visited upon them. My first experience of Shore rugby was the trials, a confusing mish-mash of names, faces and dust. This necessitated much shouting, name taking, and tears, the latter mainly being of relief as individual boys realised they had avoided being lumbered with me for the ensuing season. Gradually, from the confusion, order appeared, and a provisional 'B' team emerged. The nucleus of this team was to remain unchanged for the rest of the season, and this is to their credit, for no position was sacred, and possible replacements from lower teams were always under consideration. The first training sessions, practice matches against the 'A' team, and match against Knox, quickly revealed the relative strengths and weaknesses of the team. On the whole they were rather on the small side for their age group, but lacked nothing in commitment or enthusiasm. It was quite obvious that they were very disorganised as a team, and although their handling was good, other aspects of play, especially the positioning of the backs and loose play of the forwards, were going to need considerable attention to compensate for lack of size. Accordingly, this is where the reign of terror was directed, and in the words of Churchill, 'blood, sweat, toil, and tears' resulted. By the end of the season it can be honestly said of the forwards, that they won more than 50% of the ball in all phases of play, despite in most cases playing against bigger and heavier packs. A certain amount of experimentation with the backs to find their best positions was essential, but THE TORCH BEARER 79 once that was achieved, their game began to develop. This combined with their accepting the discipline of playing it safe in their own half, perfecting a few simple moves, and maintaining an awareness of their overall positioning and role within the context of the game, reaped its rewards. However, being on the small side, they were always vulnerable to big hard-running players who rather tended to brush off their attempted tackles. Nevertheless, they never stopped trying, and that combined with their willingness to learn, is no more than any coach can expect, and made it a rewarding season for me. The opening match against Knox was disappointing, and given a few more weeks, was a match we could easily have won. An extra week's coaching, and carefully considered team changes, proved their worth, when we defeated a strong St. Joseph's team 14-12. We were 8-0 down at half-time, but a few kindly words of wisdom had its effect, and fear spurred our team on to victory. Encouraged, we next faced Riverview, and received what was to be our biggest defeat of the season 0-28. The size of their team enabled them to bulldoze us off the pitch; I was determined that that was never going to happen again, and neither did it. Slightly demoralised, we next faced Barker, and unfortunately, before confidence was regained, their big winger was allowed to run in three tries. Thereafter, we gradually got on top, but as was so often to happen, were unable to convert territory and pressure into points. We began the competition proper against King's, and a comfortable 12-0 victory was well deserved. The re-match against St. Joseph's was the most even fixture of the season. The result was in doubt almost to the last whistle, when a moment of carelessness allowed the opposition to score a breakaway try, and clinch the match 4-14. However, victory against Grammar made up for the disappointment, when we completely dominated a bigger and heavier side, to run out winners by 10-0. Newington were our next opponents, and we can have no complaints at their winning 0-8, when by committing two unforced errors we gave them possession, to run in two match-winning tries. Following that defeat, there was a lot of hard talking on my part, and a determination on the team's part to make amends. It was Scots who had to suffer the backlash, and they were completely outplayed, going down 10-0. It was undoubtedly the finest rugby we played all season. For the return match against Riverview we prepared carefully to try and reverse the result of our previous encounter. Our forwards dominated all phases of the game, and territorially the game was almost entirely spent in the opposition half, yet once their giant inside centre got the ball, on almost every occasion we were unable to prevent him from scoring, despite hours spent on tackling practice. Although going down 18-0, the abnormal size of one player was the real difference between the teams, and it is interesting to note that he was the only one to score any points. The final match of the season was a dour struggle against High School, which we won at almost the last gasp by 4-0. A very satisfactory way to end the season. 80 THE TORCH BEARER I make no apologies for my failure to mention individual performances. Rugby is first and foremost a team game, and unless all concerned pull in the same direction to work for each other unselfishly, then it ceases to be a team and becomes a collection of prima donnas. I am proud to say that the 13Bs were a team, and it was my privilege to be associated with them. Well done and thank you. In particular, my thanks are due to all those parents who turned up to support the team so enthusiastically, to Tony Milford and Jamie Rodger for their assistance with coaching, and to Rod 'Bonker' Brown, who captained the side for most of the season. Bonker took his responsibilities seriously, with dignity, and always led by example; well done. 13CXV TEAM: B. A. COOPER, B. J. ELSMORE (c), J. T. ELVY, W. H. O. GADEN, R. F. LAWSON, T. D. LOVELL (vc), B. J. MEYER, A. G. PARSONS, D. PYE, J. SCOTT, C. A. ST. CLAIR, I. C. M. SMITH, C. T. TAYLOR, S. J. H. THORPE, J. D. TYRELL, G. J. WILKINS. After a win against Barker and a couple of embarrassing losses against Riverview and Knox, a not very confident side played an even but ordinary game against a rather pedestrian Kings side, giving away just one runaway try. The Joey's game was different. Spirit was high and after giving away a couple of tries in the first five minutes the team rallied to defend well and enter the second half 0-8 down. A brilliant combination of line-out and peel (Lovell) followed by a well set up ruck (Harvey) near Joeys' line gave Tyrell clean ball to dance through and score. He later scored a penalty goal and the score was 8-7 with a minute to go, when a mighty Shore kick was so violently charged down that the ball rocketed twenty metres to the line to be grounded by the amazed but eager charger still in full flight. A weak but determined Grammar team failed to withstand our forward pressure (Gaden and Norman scored) and could not stop backs Elsmore, Bowyer, Smith and Lawson from scoring, with Tyrell converting well. This win sent an over-confident Shore side into a tough Newington match to lose 4-0. The excellent Scots team put us right back in our place and it was with foreboding but determination that the return Riverview match was faced. The giant Riverview team came on confident of another slaughter but soon found they'd come to the wrong address. The Shore forwards were full of fire and chased and picked up loose ball well. Lawson was absolutely dependable, Scott was tackling hard and all the backs were handling and backing up well. Shore led 4-0 at half time after a runaway try from Scott. Thorpe who had been having a fine game in the forwards came off injured and a couple of breaks let the Riverview side come back to win 8-4. So a well tuned and spirited side went out to meet a competent High team in what turned out to be an even if somewhat scrappy game. The only score came when Meyer sailed in at low altitude to scoop up a superlow pass and ground it over the line. THE TORCH BEARER 81 The most significant development was in the effort and teamwork of the forwards with good chasing from St. Clair, ripping from Parsons, aggressive tackling by Thorpe, Lovell, Wilkins, Elvy and Pye. All in all a great season. Points for 43, against 54. 13D XV TEAM: S. A. CROUCH (c), S. T. MURCHISON, J. E. H. HARVEY, B. P. LAIRD, B. J. P. ATKIN, N. J. STARK, M. R. MINCHIN, E. C. PARSONSON, N. W. NORMAN, M. B. BUNTING, A. S. BOWYER, C. J. M. TRAVIS, J. S. C. SIDWELL, C. W. M. POULTON, A. M. CHAN. The U13D team was noticeable, throughout the season, for its spirit of healthy aggression, its improvement in skills which contributed to some good wins, and its ability to learn from losses against stronger and bigger (remember the Riverview giant) teams. Murchison and Laird gave solid and reliable front row support to Harvey, the small but spirited hooker and Atkin and Stark became increasingly committed to their second row positions as the season progressed. Parsonson, the extroverted tearaway and Minchin with his more thoughtful approach brought different personalities to the breakaway position while nuggety Norman was always the rock solid lock. The team was ably and maturely captained by Simon Crouch, outside centre. His leadership and the dedicated seriousness of half-back Mark Bunting were the cohesive force which bound the team together. Special mention should be made of five-eighth Bowyer's speed and accurate kicking, which produced a number of spectacular field goals, while Travis as inside centre worked well with him, showing increasing ability to judge the right move for each situation. As wings, Poulton and Sidwell displayed speed and energy while fullback Chan provided some secure defence and good kicking. A number of players, notably Blomfield and Petersen, stood in as replacements on several occasions. Petersen deserves particular mention for his fiery performances on the wing and his willingness to step into almost any position whenever called upon. Of the eleven games played, six were won and five were lost. Thank you to the parents who regularly attended games and supported and encouraged the team, making Saturday mornings an enjoyable experience for all involved. 13EXV TEAM: M. H. ALEXANDER, S. J. BALOGH, A. S. BIGGART, J. B. DOCKER, W. A. FULTON, S. A. MACKENZIE, D. L. MUNN, T. R. PARKER, A. F. PHOON, I. J. RANDALL, A. J. SCARLETT, W. J. SMYTH, A. M. STUCKEY, R. J. THOMPSON, M. R. E. WARBURTON. 13FXV TEAM: R. L. BALZER, C. C. BRAY, A. D. CAY, C. M. CHILTON, J. E. H. HARRICKS, D. R. HAZELL, C. S. HEMMING, A. E. NUTT, B. T. OLDFIELD, A. T. PRITCHARD, D. F. ROBERTS, S. A. SHEARDOWN, S. R. SYMONS, M. A. WATTS, M. D. PETERSON. 82 THE TORCH BEARER 12AXV TEAM: M. A. K. DAVIES (c), A. J. SHARP (vc), J. D. H. BODDAMWHETHAM, M. J. D. EVERINGHAM, A. D. FAIRFULL, B. W. FOULSHAM, P. M. HORNE, N. E. JOHNSTON, S. J. M. KING, T. F. McGUINESS, B. P. REIDY, R. C. SCRUBY, P. W. L. SIMPSON, L. M. C. TAM, G. M. W. THOMAS, J. M. ZANELLI. The 1986 12A Rugby Team had a rather mixed season, although no one could doubt the existence of a large amount of talent and great potential in the side. Much improvement was made during the year both as individuals and in the team effort, and this is clearly indicated by the gradual improvement in results. The early games against the initially more cohesive St. Joseph's and St. Ignatius teams were difficult but courageous efforts, Shore always being in the game up to the last ten minutes. Scores all through the season were low due to excellent Shore defence but also due to a lack of finishing ability, despite blistering speed in the backs. Wins over Kings, Newington and Scots were high points in the season but were dampened a little by a disappointing loss to Trinity and also to St. Joseph's, where Shore were the better side for most of the game but in the final wash-up found the odds against them too heavy to overcome. Every member of the team showed great improvement and promise for their age and should look forward to many good seasons ahead. The most consistent performances came from Angus Sharp, Most Improved and Graham Thomas, Best and Fairest. Credit should also go to Mark Davies who captained the team in exemplary fashion throughout the season. All in all, a talented group of footballers who will continue to improve at every outing with much success. 12B XV TEAM: N. P. BARRIE, L. C. C. BENECKE, P. A. BURKE, A. S. CAMPBELL, J. I. B. CAMPBELL, S. A. CRIBB, J. R. ELLERKER, C. J. M. GRAHAM, D. J. I. GRANT*, M. P. HEAZLEWOOD*, C. J. L. HEWETT, A. D. LILLYCROP, E. D. O'YOUNG, J. T. ROBERTS, D. J. SCAMMELL*, T. E. SHADFORTH. *= Shared the captaincy and vice captaincy during the season. The 12B team had a successful season. They won most matches with good team play, losing narrowly to Knox and Riverview. The latter they had beaten quite decisively on a previous occasion. The only time the team played and lost badly was against Newington because of players playing out of position due to the absence of others. The pack welded together into a team in scrums, rucks and mauls, their weakness in line-out work becoming a strength as specialist Roberts won good ball for the backs. Half back Shadforth worked well with fiveeighth Grant, but often the ball would die with the centres so that it was necessary to move speedsters such as Cribb in from the wing. THE TORCH BEARER 83 Their defence improved with the season. A. S. Campbell at fullback often joined the line, creating an overlap. Heazlewood, Grant and Scammell showed real leadership abilities when fulfilling the role of Captain. This team should serve Shore well in the future. Opponent Knox S J C SIC Barker U12 RUGBY RESULTS 12A 12B 4-6 14-4 10-0 10-4 lost won won won won 8-3 lost 6-8 v. Trinity lost 4-11 won 6-4 won 8-0 drew 8-8 v. Scots lost 6-14 won 4-0 drew 4-4 v. Trinity won 12-0 lost 4-20 won 4-0 lost 4-8 v. Scots won 8-4 — won 14-8 drew 8-8 v. S.J.C. drew 8-8 won 30-8 lost 6-16 v. Trinity won 36-0 lost 0-8 lost 0-22 lost 0-14 v. Scots lost 0-14 11 3 6 2 H 7 3 1 10 3 5 2 _„ p I K b S G S S J C NC T.S.C. Sl C - S H S - - - Totals Played Won Lost Drawn 12C drew 0-0 lost 6-16 lost 4-17 lost 0-12 en in > m 33 THE TORCH BEARER 85 SOCCER 1ST XI TEAM: P. D. PACKHAM (c), R. A. BARKER, D. J. BUCKLEY, I. W. BUCKNELL, B. C. HUNTER, R. M. KING, W. A. KING, H. P. McGREGOR, J. C. MARQUIS, J. A. E. ORDON, P. C. WILLIAMS. ALSO PLAYED: R. C. BRAIN, A. D. CORBETT-JONES, D. C. L. HARDWICK, H. C. LANGBY, T. BARNESSOI. The Shore 1st XI began the first match of the pre-season against Knox in torrential rain. The team acquitted themselves well in the first half of the match but bad luck and poor conditions saw the Knox team win easily 6-1. The next game, against St. Joseph's, saw the first signs of cohesion in the Shore side with the skills and determination of several players beginning to evidence themselves. Again poor condition struck in the second half but Shore were able to hang on to win the match 2-1. By the third game of the pre-season, the side had begun to meld into a fair side, with passing becoming useful rather than random. This was a very fiercely contested game and one of the highlights of the eventual 4-all draw result, was an excellent 30 metre shot by Paul Packham that slammed into the back of the Riverview goal before the goalkeeper had a chance to move to stop it. The next match against Barker started horrifically, with a goal to Barker within the first thirty seconds of the game. The Shore side rallied well and played hard, defensive football against a very skilful opposition. Jon Marquis and Peter Williams both had excellent games in defence. Paul Packham gave a repeat performance of the previous week's goal, slamming the ball into the Barker net, from well outside the penalty area, again leaving the goalkeeper no chance. The final result of 6-2 to Barker did not really reflect the high standard of the Shore game. The first match of the competition rounds saw Shore play Kings at Kings. The game saw the Shore side suffer from frustration with officials, or the lack thereof, and this led to many silly mistakes and a four goal deficit at half-time. In the second half the Shore side began with renewed enthusiasm and concentration and were shortly rewarded with a fine team goal to Ian Bucknell. The King's side managed to score a further goal but the Shore side were dominating the game and eventually after prolonged pressure Shore managed to again put the ball into the back of the King's net. The final result, 5-2 to Kings, was no real indication of the closeness of the sides and the way the match was played. The next game against St. Joseph's saw Shore completely dominate the game, but lack of finishing saw Shore unable to capitalize on many chances. The St. Joseph's side were, unfortunately for us, just the reverse and were able to score two excellent goals from broken play. The Shore side were able to equalise at 2 all, but even though the 86 THE TORCH BEARER 1ST XI SOCCER 1986 Back Row (L. to R.): Mr. P. L. Roberson, J. C. Marquis, R. A. Barker, W. A. King, D. J. Buckley. Front Row (L. to R.): I. W. Bucknell, B. C. Hunter, H. P. McGregor, P. D. Packham (c), P. C. Williams, J. A. E. Ordon, R. M. King. game was just a series of attacks and shots from the Shore side, the draw was the eventual result. The Shore team were next to play the Grammar side and it was in this match that the team play and cohesion of the Shore side began to really evidence themselves. After a scrappy start with both sides scoring a goal, the Shore team began to play excellent football with good, controlled and thoughtful passing, and fine running off the man with the ball. The second half saw Shore completely dominate and run out the eventual winners by 4 goals to 2. The next game against Newington is one the Shore goalkeeper would probably prefer to forget. The two sides appeared evenly matched, but the Newington side managed to put in 4 goals past Rowan Barker before he had begun to play. This caused a lapse in the side but after the half-time break the Shore side, with renewed concentration and determination, began to control the ball and the way the match developed. This resulted, after some excellent midfield buildup, in Bill King's being able to score a good goal. The final result, a disappointing 5-1 loss for the Shore side. The next match played against St. Patrick's could be described as a coach's dream come true, in which the Shore side completely outplayed an individually much more skilful St. Patrick's side. All players THE TORCH BEARER 87 began to show a real enthusiasm and drive to reach the ball first and a willingness to run off the player with the ball. The midfield, with R. King, McGregor and Packham, and the back four of Hunter, Williams, Marquis and Buckley, all played their best games of the season, and the forwards, W. King, Ordon and Bucknell, were able to use the good ball to advantage and Shore ran out winners of the match by 2 goals to 1. Shore continued their excellent form into the next match against Riverview. After a rather disastrous start for both sides, where each conceded an own-goal, Jon Ordon was able to score an excellent opportunist goal to give Shore the lead. Again the defence of Marquis and Williams was a feature of the Shore success and, with goals to Ben Hunter and Bill King, the Shore side won the match convincingly 4-2. The final game of the season was played against St. Andrew's and was an excellent conclusion for the Shore side. Shore played excellent running soccer to completely outplay the St. Andrew's side. The first goal for Shore was scored by Toby Barnessoi and in his joy at scoring the goal, he entertained the crowd further by performance of a perfect standing back somersault. Excellent defence and feeding of the ball forward into attack was again a feature of the Shore side. The forwards were able to capitalise on the good service by the backs on two occasions and a goal from a free-kick by Hamish McGregor resulted in Shore being easy winners by 4 goals to nil. This last match exemplified the way the Shore team progressed over the season, with all players in the side playing as one unit with excellent application and enthusiasm. Every player in the team is worthy of note but in particular Bill King, whose improvement over the season was a pleasure to witness, and the three players, Jon Marquis, Paul Packham and Hamish McGregor, who gained representative honours in the Combined G.P.S. and Other Independent Schools 1st XI to play the C.A.S. 1st XI. These young men are to be congratulated on this effort. Further congratulations go to Jon Marquis who managed to obtain selection in the N.S.W. Combined Independent Schools XI to play against the N.S.W. Combined High Schools team, an excellent effort indeed and a selection which was well deserved. Overall, the second year of soccer at Shore can be said to have shown great promise for the future, with a wealth of talent developing in the younger teams, and with the senior teams, when combining well, more than a match for any team in the competition. Thanks and congratulations must go to Paul Packham whose captaincy of the side was excellent, with him always trying to lead by example. Many of the players in the team are still in the Vth form and thus the outlook for success next season is looking very good and, with support shown from the school and the parents, soccer at Shore looks set to develop to a very high standard. Thanks must be extended to the Shore officials with Mr. Whiley, Mr. Williams and Mrs. Whitfield performing their job to an extremely high level, a feature that was openly com- 88 THE TORCH BEARER merited on by opposition teams when they were playing at Shore. Congratulations to all the players in the team on the way that they applied themselves to the soccer this year and always represented the school with great composure and distinction, regardless of the situation they were in. 2ND XI TEAM: R. C. BRAIN, K. H. W. CHAO, A. D. CORBETT-JONES, C. J. FAY (c), A. R. FORDRED, S. A. S. GALL, D. C. L. HARDWICK, I. C. HUMPHRIES, M. C. JOHNSON, R. KING, H. C. LANGBY, T. J. E. LONGSTAFF, H. R. J. MAXWELL, J. MITTON, J. A. E. ORDEN, R. G. SEYMOUR. It can be said that the 2nd XI had an enjoyable season. Even if only winning four out of the eleven matches, all individuals had improved remarkably in ball control, distribution and in reading the play — in fact, they had knitted into quite a sound unit (even if at training the cries of "Please Sir, no more fitness!" were often heard). The forward line-up of Maxwell, Corbett-Jones, and Hardwick always combined well. The last game of the season against St. Andrew's College, probably the highlight of the season, saw Hardwick slot four brilliant goals into the net (the first two being scored on the volley); Corbett-Jones scoring another two excellent goals, bringing his total for the season to five, and Maxwell with a blistering shot at goal which hit the underside of the cross-bar only narrowly missing out on entering the goal. The midfield players consisting of Fay, Langley, Johnston and Humphries always tried their best, distributing the ball to the wingers creating "width-in-attack" up-front. They even occasionally scored some excellent goals, such as the thundering 20 m shot of Seymour's in the St. Andrew's match; the several long range goals of Langby; and the runaway goal scored by Humphries against St. Ignatius College. The fullback squad of Longstaff, Fordred, Chao and Mitton defended well and supported the halves and were ably guided by Brain as sweeper, who was rarely, if ever beaten. The goalkeeper, Gall, deserves special mention as he undoubtedly saved the team from some imminent disasters. Very strong in the air, he is able to read play excellently and narrow the angle, is never afraid to dive for the ball at the feet of oncoming forwards and is always a continual source of encouragement from the back. One final point needs mentioning, and that is the fact that at all times the boys played with great sportsmanship. UNDER 16s This group of players experienced a difficult first year in 1985, and their objective in 1986 was to become competitive. If, by the end of the season, individual and team skills had improved to the extent that THE TORCH BEARER 89 games were evenly contested, then success could be claimed, even if the bare results did not look impressive. After a couple of Rugby-score defeats, the two teams began to settle down, strengthened by players from the 3rd XI, which had been disbanded because of lack of numbers. By the end of July, the teams were taking the field expecting to give a good account of themselves, and being disappointed if they lost. This was a far cry from the attitude in May, when defeat was expected as the natural order of things; so the season's objective was achieved. If the boys who worked so hard this season continue to do so in 1987, then the standard of Shore Soccer, so well established in the first two years of its introduction, will be well maintained. 90 THE TORCH BEARER 15AXI TEAM: P. MOSS (c), P. N. BLOOMFIELD, M. M. CHRISTOE, D. W. FISHER, J. G. GOODSELL, C. C. W. JONES, A. J. KENNARD, L E. MENZIES, H. D. D. RASMUSSEN, A. E. J. ROSE, R. H. K. WHILEY. 15B XI TEAM: M. A. WHYBROW (c), J. A. R. ATKIN, S. W. CLISSOLD, S. T. A. COX, B. G. DAVIS, T. J. DUNCAN, A. R. McKINNON, S. C. NOTT, A. J. SAMUELSON, J. K. WATERHOUSE, R. F. WATERHOUSE, S. B. WOODHOUSE. The U15As had a very enjoyable and successful season in their second year of soccer with a pleasing result of 4 wins, 1 draw and 6 losses. It was exciting to see an improvement over the season in the skills of each boy in the team. As each game progressed, it was apparent to the opposing teams that the defence of Bloomfield, Christoe and keeper Jones was one which would not break easily, and success for these teams was mainly due to their greater experience in the game. The mid-field of Moss, Fisher, Goodsell and Menzies always fought hard, often regaining control of any loose ball from the opposition. The wingers Rose and Kennard showed much flair and speed in their positions and provided good scoring opportunities for the forwards with some excellent passes into the centre. Although the two main forwards did not score many goals, Rasmussen and Whiley showed great skill and enthusiasm in their positions and were perhaps unlucky not to have scored more. Goal Scorers: Moss 13, Fisher 3, Kennard 1, Rasmussen 1, Whiley 1. The 15Bs, while not quite as successful as the As, with 3 wins and 2 draws, all showed a vast improvement in their kicking, passing and dribbling skills as the season progressed. The forwards displayed good teamwork between the Waterhouse brothers on the left, with Clissold and Samuelson on the right. Whybrow, McKinnon, Cox and Nott formed a strong mid-field, which was supported by the exceptional speed of the backs, Duncan and Atkin. Woodhouse and Jones deserve special mention for their superb keeping throughout the season. Special thanks must be made to Dr. Woodhouse and Dr. Moss for the time they gave up to come and help in the training of the boys. Goal Scorers: R. Waterhouse 5, Whybrow 3, Clissold 1, Davis 1, J. Waterhouse 1. THE TORCH BEARER 91 14AXI TEAM: M. BROWNLEE, S. COTTOM, A. COX, K. GRAHAM, N. HOBLER, D. KENNEDY, J. KOK (c), H. PEARCE, C. ROSEBY, J. SAUNDERS, S. TEICHERT, P. WHITFIELD, G. WILLIAMS. Results: v. Barker (lost 1-4); v. Kings (won 4-0); v. S.G.S. (lost 1-2); v. Kings (won 15-0); v. N.C. (won 10-1); v. St. Patrick's (won 4-1); v. St. Ignatius (won 3-2); v. St. Andrew's (won 3-0). The team as listed above played eight matches together for six wins and 2 losses, winning the last five games in a row. A goal difference of 41 goals for to 10 against speaks volumes for their attacking prowess. In every match of the season the 14As faced much larger opponents but with the exception of the first match against Barker they totally outclassed their opposition with skill, speed and aggression that belied their age. Their dedication to training, enthusiasm on the field and commitment to learn as much as they could about soccer was the reason for their success. With at times as many as sixteen players competing very strongly for the eleven 'A' team places, no player was assured of automatic selection. Many good players who would clearly have been 'A' team material in any other school had to be content to play a lower grade. The development of individual & team skills and an incredible team spirit, backed up with wonderful parental support were the highlights of the season. While many of the team's wins were 'easy', they demonstrated their fighting spirit and composure in the second last game of the season against a confident, large and skilful St. Ignatius team. Trailing 0-2 at half-time but having had the better of the game, they calmly stuck to their match plan to take a well deserved 3-2 win in the last ten minutes. Such an enjoyable season has many memorable moments but in this brief summary I chose to highlight one (or two) for each player: David Kok was a wonderful captain, his courage in goal, his leadership and positional sense showed out (as his voice stood out) in every match. Mark Brownlee managed three hat tricks of goals over the season in his total of 14, a difficult act which we all hope he will better next season. Stuart Cottom's calmness in taking the winning goal against St. Ignatius under enormous pressure and tight marking was a fitting reward for a season of total effort and commitment. Alister Cox had limited opportunities to show his abilities but many a left fullback wondered that he had to do to contain his speed and ball skill. Kim Graham's poise, speed and delightful ball skills saw him score eleven goals. None, however, was better than the marvellous control and left foot shot from the narrowest of angles that left the Riverview keeper no chance. 92 THE TORCH BEARER Nigel Hobler developed into the team's most valuable player. His courage and determination in defence were at times remarkable. I'm sure a very rough St. Andrew's side will long remember his rugged tackling. John Kennedy, who could not kick at all with his left foot at the beginning of the season, brought off two amazingly skilful left footed — save-control-clearances that left St. Patrick's and Riverview wondering what to do next. Hamish Pearce is without peer in the team. His work-rate, ability to read the game and skilful distribution meant that his side was always in control of the midfield. Chris Roseby's goal against the giant Sydney Grammar keeper was without doubt the most spectacular of his seven. The S.G.S. keeper is still wondering where the ball is. Stephen Teichert adapted superbly to the difficult left back position (not his natural side). His cover tackling, heading and outstanding calling and support play were a feature of the last five games. Paul Whitfield's dazzling individual runs against Riverview and St. Andrew's left every parent from both sides applauding. This combined with a selfless dedication to fill defensive weaknesses made him a great team player. Guy Williams' tackling, outstanding heading end first time passing set-up many of the team's goals with both Graham and Brownlee receiving pinpoint service from the left throughout the season. 14BXI This side was an enthusiastic and hard working one. Their lack of game success was in no way a measure of their enthusiasm which was a positive hallmark of their season. The level of skill displayed unfortunately did not match their keenness and willingness on the field. A. King in the goals tried hard with his defence of Booker, Bowen, Kennedy and Milthorpe. Sedgwick, Woodley and Babington did well — the midfield whilst Biddlecombe, Price and D. King did their best in attack. Jones, Wyles, Hamilton and Thorpe also played to the best of their ability throughout the season. For the record, no games were won during the season. 13AXI The season was very successful from the point of view of player development. Individual skills were developed with the improvement in teamwork most noticeable as the season progressed. Skarratt's speed on the wing helped make him the leading goal scorer for the season. Mulally in goals proved very reliable with Watters, Mattiske and Derbidge defending ably. Rasmussen, Field and Gilfillan worked well together in the midfield, whilst Skarratt, Coates and Garton caused opposing defences a great deal of problems. For the record, 2 games were won of the eleven played. THE TORCH BEARER 93 CROSS COUNTRY Last season's success carried on into 1986 for the Shore crosscountry team; with the opens recording 6 wins, 4 seconds and a third in the teams competition. The U 1 6 S also ran strongly, with a best result of first at the Normanhurst Carnival. This season, every competitor was issued with a permanent chest number which made producing results much easier, considering that each week up to 300 runners competed, with the U16s having the largest field size. This year, course distances were shorter; the longest was 6.3 km. Again, this season Kings and Scots were Shore's big rivals in the Opens, with Scots also strong in both other age groups. Unfortunately, this year, in contrast to last year's very successful team, the U14s could not field the five runners needed for a team. The first cross-country relay was held this year at Kings and was one of the highlights of the season. Teams were of 4 runners, each running one lap of the 2.2 km course, and the Open event resulted in an exciting win for Shore. The Riverview road relay was held again this year over a very fast and steep course and was an opportunity for masters and parents to compete. The Normanhurst Carnival provided a strong competition, with runners from public schools and clubs competing, as well as the usual G.P.S. and Associated schools. The Shore Carnival, at our home course at Macquarie University, was a very successful day thanks to the help of masters and prefects. Of individual performances, Martin Thomas (Open) and Anthony Burnett (U16) deserve mention. Both ran consistently well throughout the season, and both were selected to run in the Australian Schoolboy Cross-Country after their performances in the N.S.W. Championships at Ramsgate in which five other Shore runners competed (S. Dale, N. Greene, M. Bragg, R. Hutchings, M. Carr). But mention should also be made of those runners whose weekly results did not contribute to team placings but who put a strong effort into the sport, both during the week and on Saturday's. Special thanks go to Messrs Devin and Bunn, and also to the parents and others whose support each Saturday was much appreciated. CROSS-COUNTRY RESULTS 1986 Place in Race T.K.S. 12/4 Bragg Crouch Carr Hutchings Helm Dale Thorpe Russell Thomas Mackay-Cruise Frost Pike Sebestyen Mendel Lye Greene Burnett Bennett Glasson Sandilands Thomas Fountain NHST 19/4 18 20 13 17 54 26 10 14 11 17 54 24 69 6 61 43 25 4 52 61 34 58 33 25 11 44 84 17 61 59 T.S.C. 26/4 30 4 11 10 47 S.J.C. 24/5 Shore 8 18 12 39 59 14 7/6 14 36 12 32 61 10 67 4 47 25 57 29 17 7 20 25 45 51 T.K.S. 31/5 S.G.S. 14/6 S.J.C. 21/6 12 23 15 25 53 7 4 11 5 25 29 46 72 6 62 2 39 42 30 69 40 65 47 45 43 19 67 41 23 6 49 28 46 5 41 29 56 39 30 29 NX. s.i n 28/6 12/7 10 23 11 19 12 TS C 19/7 21 33 23 53 12 36 69 5 61 37 62 34 60 48 5 7 18 38 31 28 23 52 81 4 —\ m H o o 10 13 35 X m J^ 3J m Collier 88 85 88 85 Sharp 39 39 32 32 97 91 Marskell Clancy 54 54 46 46 48 48 Pollard 11 132 120 Haas 111 132 120 Lui 18 18 Heath 18 18 10 Johnston 30 47 36 Kinny 30 47 36 Captain: Matt Bragg M.I.C.: T. P. Devin, D. Bunn Awards 1st M. Bragg, M. D. G. Carr, S. C. Dale, M. F. W. Thomas. 2nd — 3rd T. M. Crouch. Martin Thomas and Antony Burnett selected to run as individuals 81 34 42 32 32 65 13 13 28 28 25 89 37 37 23 23 112 112 2 21 1 57 57 13 13 45 19 25 25 15 15 2 1 21 46 47 47 23 23 48 48 31 88 88 in Australian Schoolboy Cross-Country. ft £ fn CROSS-COUNTRY OVERALL TEAMS RESULTS 1986 OperI Race Shore 2 T E 3 No K 1 E K 1 E S 1 E K 1 E S 1 E S 2 K E 1 E K 2 K E 2 K E No Under 14 teams were entered, due to lack of E — Shore X — Knox J — St. Joseph's H — Sydney High K — Kings No — Normanhurst I — St. Ignatius N — Newington S — Scots Y — St. Aloysius T — Trinity W — Waverley Kings Normanhurst Scots St. Joseph's Kings Shore Grammar St. Joseph's Newington St. Ignatius Scots Under-16 Places K N E N T N J N W S Y T N K N J T S J K T S numbers. Shore J T S w K K J G N S J 4 1 6 3 6 4 5 4 3 8 4 Places N E S S N S S N N G K I Y Y N S N N K S S N K I N E G Y K X E N S E X K K Y E G E K I E G H X Y H K E G X H X H m o I CD m 3J m m 3 33 o CD m > 33 m 33 SYDNEY CHURCH OF ENGLAND GRAMMAR SCHOOL CROSS COUNTRY 1986 Back Row: R. D. F. Pike, D. R. Lye, T D. Russell, C. G. Mendel, R. D. Glasson. Second Row: J. B. W. Thomas, N. A. S. Greene, S. C. Dale, D. J. T. Sandilands, M. F. W. Thomas, S. C. Clancy, H. W. Mackay-Cruise, T H. Pollard. First Row: A. N. Burnett, P D. Sharp, M. D. G. Carr, D. J. Bunn, Esq., M. J. Bragg (c), T. P. Devin, Esq., T. M. Crouch, I C. Frost, R. E. E. Marskell. Sitting on Ground: P. B. Kinny, R. B Heath, E. D. Fountain. CD -si 98 THE TORCH BEARER Tim Crouch—a consistent performer. U16 Team hard at warming-up. THE TORCH BEARER 99 SHOOTING The 1986 season was, as all agree, a successful one, despite the overriding fact that Shore ended up fourth on the final ladder behind Grammar, Scots, Kings and T.A.S. It was a most enjoyable season, apart from the odd poor conditions that restricted improvements within the team, but, with morale high, the team slowly began working their way up to a standard of virtual premiership form. Unfortunately, for many weeks the team was plagued with inconsistent scores, which made the final team extremely hard to decide. On Friday, 11th July, a team of 10 flew to Armidale for the annual shoot against The Armidale School. As everyone wanted a win against the strong T.A.S. side, we were all in high spirits throughout the competition, and ended up scoring a close victory by only 4 points. Special thanks should go to both Mr. Spencer (M.I.C., T.A.S. Rifle Team) and to the Inverell Rifle Club for both organising and providing the venue. The following Saturday saw the T.A.S. team drive down to Sydney to avenge the loss that they suffered the previous week, and through a bout of poor shooting by the Shore team, T.A.S. had their revenge by quite a considerable margin. With every member of the team relaxed from the August holidays, the team met on the 1st of September for the commencement of "camp" with 19 hopefuls trying desperately to attain a position in either the 1sts or the 2nds. Again, during camp, it was inconsistency that plagued the team, thus putting more and more pressure on the two captains in choosing a 1sts team. G.P.S. RESULTS 1986 The G.P.S. competition, held on the first two days in third term began as it ended — extremely closely; making it hard for the "new" shooters to retain their form under pressure. Shore's overall scores were of a reasonable standard with our best results showing in the Buchanan Shield. Each member of the team shot well, except for a few disappointing scores on the day. As the result of his effort, W. R. Bloore was selected in the combined G.P.S. team to shoot against the combined University teams for the Maggofin Shield. Special thanks should go to all parents for support and especially to the mothers for providing the food for the two days of competition; a service that was greatly appreciated by each member of the team. 100 THE TORCH BEARER RAWSON CUP (2 sighters and 7 scoring shots at both 500 and 600 metres. Possible score 560) 600m Total 500m 34.1 66.1 32.0 E. Fenwicke 30.1 63.4 M. Murchison 33.3 S. Douglas 30.1 61.2 31.1 M. Bragg 34.2 66.2 32.0 S. Rowan 33.2 65.3 32.1 A. Murchison (vc) 31.0 62.0 31.0 R. Bloore (c) 65.2 31.1 34.1 J. Brogan 65.1 33.1 32.0 513.15 (517.27 in 1985) N.R.A. SHIELD (2 sighters and 10 sc Possible score 400) 42.0 E. Fenwicke M. Murchison 41.0 S. Douglas 38.0 M. Bragg 43.0 S. Rowan 45.1 A. Murchison (vc) 43.0 R. Bloore (c) 47.3 J. Brogan 43.2 342.6 (369.19 in 1985) shots at 600 metres. BUCHANAN SHIELD (2 sighters and 8 scoring shots at 300 metres plus 2 sighters and 8 scoring shots snap — the target being exposed for 5 seconds in each repetition of 10 seconds. Possible team score 640) S. Rowan G. Kierath R. Bloore (c) M. Murchison S. Douglas J. Smith J. Brogan M. Bragg 300m (App.) 38.2 38.3 39.5 35.2 39.3 33.1 36.1 38.1 300m (Snap) 35 35 38 34 35 25 37 35 Total 73.2 73.3 77.5 69.2 74.3 58.1 73.1 72.1 569.18 (552.14 in 1985) THE TORCH BEARER 101 1st SHOOTING TEAM 1986 Standing: J. Smith, S. Rowan, E. Fenwicke, S. Douglas, M. Murchison, M. Bragg. Seated: J. Brogan, A. Murchison (vc), Mr. C. La Flamme (coach), R. Bloore (c). FINAL PREMIERSHIP POINTS S.G.S. T.S.C. T.A.S.= T.K.S.= S.C.E.G.S. S.H.S. SECONDS SHIELD (2 sighters and 7 scoring shots at both 300 and 500 metres. Possible score 560) T. Haydon A. Barnier A. Ditchfield G. Kierath J. Smith A. Madgwick J. Traill I. McDouall (c) 300m 32.1 35.2 25.1 29.0 31.2 29.0 29.0 26.1 500m 31.1 31.2 31.2 33.2 34.4 33.2 30.1 28.0 Total 63.2 66.4 56.3 62.2 65.6 62.2 59.1 54.1 487.21 (507.20 in 1985) 102 THE TORCH BEARER 2nd SHOOTING TEAM 1986 Standing: W. Longworth, H. Maslin, A. Barnier, T. Haydon, T. Molchanoff. Seated: A. Ditchfield, G. Kierath, A. Madgwick, Mr. C. La Flamme (coach), I. McDouall (c), J. Traill, J. Smith. SHOOTING CAMP 1986 Front Row: A. Madgwick, J. Traill, A. Murchison, Mr. C. La Flamme (coach), R. Bloore (c), I. McDouall, J. Brogan. Middle Row: H. Maslin, A. Ditchfield, J. Smith, T. Haydon, M. Bragg, W. Longworth. Back Row: E. Fenwicke, A. Barnier, G. Kierath, S. Douglas, S. Rowan, T. Molchanoff, M. Murchison. THE TORCH BEARER 103 SMALL BORE SHOOTING Although this year the small bore shooting has not been a very successful year we have a lot of young talent. Attendance this year has grown as people have found that its not so inconvenient to shoot on a Friday afternoon. With younger boys showing interest in shooting, it was disappointing that more of the senior experienced shooters didn't attend more often. This year 5th Formers will be in charge next year and these older boys will have to show more interest in the sport. If the school is to do well, then greater support for their Captain and Vice Captain is needed in running the show. All boys in the younger years have gained some knowledge of coaching, as it is necessary for all boys to know how to coach, as experience is the key to success. Despite great enthusiasm shown by the two teams, the boys didn't get the results they would have liked but a fair standard was reached, although the scores were not as good as previous years. Small Bore Shooting is a very demanding sport. It requires a high level of concentration, combined with the ability to ignore previous bad shots and treat each new shot as a certain "bull." Perhaps individuals were too ready to accept a good score rather than to strive for better scores. SMALL BORE POSTAL COMPETITION 1986 ROUND 1 OPENS Bloore 94 A. Murchison 86 Bragg 84 M. Murchison 85 Fenwicke 90 Kierath 81 Haydon 82 Rowan 89 1st N.C. 750 pts; 2nd S.J.C. 747 pts; 3rd T.S.C. 734 pts. ROUND 2 OPENS Bloore 96 Bragg 71 Fenwicke 93 Haydon 85 1st T.S.C. 756 pts; 2nd A. Murchison 89 M. Murchison 64 Kierath 89 Rowan 95 N.C. 749 pts; 3rd T.K.S. 746 pts. ROUND 3 OPENS Bloore 93 Bragg 84 Fenwicke 88 Haydon 87 1st S.J.C. 758 pts; 2nd A. Murchison 89 McDouall 81 Kierath 74 Rowan 84 T.K.S. 755 pts; 3rd T.S.C. 753 pts. 104 THE TORCH BEARER ROUND 4 OPENS Bloore 89 Bragg 91 Fenwicke 87 Haydon 85 1st T.S.C. 775 pts; 2nd A. Murchison 87 McDouall 85 Kierath 83 Rowan 91 N.C. 764 pts; 3rd T.K.S. 740 pts. ROUND 5 OPENS Bloore 91 Bragg 86 Fenwicke 91 Haydon 88 1st T.S.C. 767 pts; 2nd A. Murchison 92 McDouall 71 Kierath 89 Rowan 96 N.C. 753 pts; 3rd S.J.C. 750 pts. PREMIERSHIP POINTS 1st T.S.C. 61 pts; 2nd N.C. 50 pts; 3rd S.J.C. 44 pts; 4th T.K.S. 37 pts; 5th S.G.S. 15 pts; 6th T.S.C. (2nds) 13 pts; 7th T.A.S. 3 pts; 8th S.C.E.G.S. 2 pts; 9th S.J.C. (2nds) 0 pts. RECORDS Team Score 775 (T.S.C. 1986); Individual score 100 (Kaye, Wotherspoon T.S.C. 1986) THE TORCH BEARER 105 GOLF During 1986, the Shore Golf Club, comprising some 60 members, participated in many social gatherings and entered teams in both NSW Schoolboys' golf tournaments held in the May and September vacations. During the May holidays the annual competition between the Masters and the Boys was held at Pennant Hills Golf Club. A good turn-out between both teams showed that it would not be easy for either team to win. After 18 holes had been played this was not so, as the Masters had won three games to a tie in the Four-ball Stableford competition. For the Masters, Mr Whiley and Mr Lewarne narrowly won by a point to Sam Peters and Michael Lewarne. Mr Dunstan and Mr Pitman won by a margin of 4 points to Andrew Wright and Harry Bray, while a supplementary team of Mr Sharpe and Campbell Smith won by 7 points to Andrew Mulready and Tom Stening. The tie between the Masters Mr Howard and Mr Pearce and Roger Brain and Paul Hansman occurred on the last hole. Mr Sharpe was by far the best player on the day. Late in the May vacation the NSW Schoolboys' Golf competition was held at North Ryde, Asquith and Beverly Park courses. The two Shore teams that had been entered were drawn to play at North Ryde. Hundreds of boys turned out on a perfect day for great golf. Surprisingly, good scores were scarcer than expected. Of the Shore boys who entered, Brendan Hogan had a 75, Hamish McGregor 80 and Peter Collier 83. Brendan Hogan was the only boy to make the final at Cromer, being three shots under the qualifying score. I think I can say that with the largest representation recorded by a Shore team, it was a good effort and we hope to see the same turn-out in the August holidays. Brendan Hogan also participated in the City of Sydney competition at Bondi and a cracker of a score enabled him to be runner-up in the open event, which included many good players much older than himself. Well done, Brendan. The day before school resumed the Shore Golf Club had a round at Bonnie Doon Golf Course on a windy dry day and scores by most players were not as hoped. On the first Friday of the August Holidays the determined Boys' team challenged the confident Masters' team at Moore Park Golf Club. The severity of the weather would prove in the end to be the overall conqueror while the masters and boys 'slogged it out' shot by shot for the coveted prize of being champions for 1986. The Teams consisted of Mr Middleton and Mr Howard against Hamish McGregor and Roger Brain, which was the tightest of struggles, with the masters' combination pulling away in the final two holes to take the match out by 39 points to 37. Steven Hansman (Shore Old Boy) teamed up with Mr Pitman to fight it out with talented Tom Stening and Andrew Mulready, in which the masters' combination 106 THE TORCH BEARER GOLF TEAM 1986 Back Row L. to Ft.: B. J. Hogan, P. A. Collier. Front Row L. to R.: H. P. McGregor (c), F. E. Sharpe, Esq.f R. C. Brain. SQUASH TEAM 1986 D. L. James, A. C. Smith, T. J. Molchanoff, M. J. Ferguson, R. A. Shirlaw, Esq., M. A. Bragg (c). THE TORCH BEARER 107 ran out winners by 46 points to 41. The team which comprised Mr Sharpe (Master in Charge of Golf) and Mr Dunstan had an outstanding day when they put away Michael Lewarne and Peter Williams by 49 points to 34. I would like to put in a plea on behalf of the boys that, since the handicap system was such that the total of the boys and the masters' handicaps had to be the same, there were various masters (who shall remain nameless) who played handicaps of 18 and 19 when their true handicaps were 11 and 14. But I will leave it up to the masters to decide whether they feel they really won. On the whole it was a very enjoyable day and I am sure the boys will have their revenge one day in the near future. During the vacation the N.S.W. Schoolboys Championship was held at Ashlar Golf Course. Hundreds of boys turned out to what was a perfect day for golf. The Shore team comprised Hamish McGregor, Brendan Hogan, Roger Brain and Peter Collier. The good scores that were predicted turned out to be quite scarce, with Hamish McGregor turning in an 87, Brendan Hogan 79, Roger Brain 95 and Peter Collier 96. We did not make the final of the teams' event but the boys tried their best and I am sure the N.S.W. Golf Association commends Shore for always turning out with a team to participate in the Annual Championship. Wrapping up, I would like to thank our Master of Golf, Mr Sharpe, for all the time and effort he has put in for the club. It has certainly showed, with so many new members joining. 1986 has been an excellent year for the golf team and I must say well done to all the boys who participated. I am sure that 1987 will be bigger and better. Hamish McGregor — Captain 108 THE TORCH BEARER ATHLETICS The 1986 season has been, overall, very successful. Although the final tally at the G.P.S., both senior and junior teams gaining fifth place, was not as high as had been expected, the achievements of the season were noteworthy. The 1986 season saw the emergence of a true team identity and spirit, which in a sport where performance is essentially an individual one, was particularly pleasing. Much of the credit for this must go to the Captain of Athletics, Michael Brown, who not only performed exceptionally well in the senior sprint team, but managed to bond the whole team together. One of the features at the invitation carnivals was to see boys from all age groups and all disciplines of athletics arriving early and staying to the end of the carnival to support all members of the team. The team also appreciated the input of Robert Morse, Vice Captain and the other sixth formers, Simon Cudmore, Ross Bloore, Tim Bloore, Geoff Smith, and Jamie Breden who gave up much of their valuable study time to encourage and lead the team by their examples. The enthusiasm of the coaches, Messrs. Jenkins, McKaughan, Rownes, Ticehurst, Barman, Devin, Roberson, Dick and Walker, was invaluable to the performances and attitudes of the whole team. A number of Old Boys also gave assistance in the coaching arena: Rod Murray, Tony Pittar and Richard Sandilands; and many thanks must go to them for the help they gave to the boys in the high jump and hurdles squads. Special mention must be made of the work of Mr. Roger King who trained the U13 relay team, and Mr. Gilder for running a Sunday afternoon training 'clinic'. The season was also notable for the personal development of all the athletes. At almost every carnival, most boys recorded personal bests. Four school records were broken this season. Sandy Flakelar (U14 Shotput), Graham Thomas (U13 800m), Stewart Crowther (U15 Hurdles), Michael Brown, Rob Morse, Simon Cudmore, and Tim Blomfield in the Senior 4 x 400m relay, and David Holmes, Angus Urquhart, Tom Pollard and Nick Taylor in the junior 4 x 400 relay, all have written their names in the record books. The 1986 season saw 92 boys in the G.P.S. team, with about 120 boys competing in the invitation carnivals. This is a larger number than in recent years and marks a renewed interest in this very rewarding sport. Throughout the season the Under 13 age group boys proved to be a tremendous boost to the athletics team. Not only are they very talented athletes, but their bubbling enthusiasm and support for each other and the team had an infectious effect on all athletes. They came to be known by the rest of the team as "The Piglets" and many an afternoon the squealing sounds of a pigsty could be heard at Northbridge as they went through their rigorous training programmes under their respective taskmasters. The attitude and achievements of THE TORCH BEARER 109 this group and the whole team was captured when one of the Under 13s boys had just won a race at the G.P.S. and one of the other "Piglets" turned round and commented to a member of staff, "Piglets Rule OK!!" ATHLETICS ATHLETICS TEAM 1986 CAPTAIN OF ATHLETICS: M. C, G. BROWN. VICE CAPTAIN: R. J. R. H. MORSE. D. E. BARNETT, M. C. BARNETT, N. P. BARRIE, T. A. BLOMFIELD, D. BLOMFIELD, I. T. BLOORE, W. R. BLOORE, J. D. H. BODDAM-WHETHAM, L. P. M. BRAY, J. L. T. BREDEN, M. C. G. BROWN, T. G. T. BROWN, A. C. BURGE, A. N. BURNETT, R. A. BURNEY, A. Me. CAMERON, A. Me. CAMERON, A. J. B. CAMPBELL, A. S. CAMPBELL, J. A. CHRISTIE, S. C. CLANCY, D. R. CLARE, N. W. B. COBCROFT, A. B. COX, A. J. COZENS, S. A. CRIBB, S. G. CROWTHER, S. A. CUDMORE, S. C. DALE, S. L. DITCHFIELD, C. E. DOWSETT, A. J. DOYLE, R. D. DOYLE, T. J. DUNCAN, T. J. DUNCAN, J. L. EATON, K. EDELSTEN, J. T. ELLIS, E. J. FENWICKE, A. J. W. FERGUSON, D. FISHER, A. L. R. FLAKELAR, C. W. F. FOSTER, Z. T. GILDER, A. M. GRADY, A. C. R. HEATH, D. B. HOLMES, R. T. HUMPHREY, B. M. J. JENKINS, N. E. JOHNSTON, E. L JUDD, S. M. KEIR, A. J. KLEM, C. W. KLEM, J. A. LANE, G. LE LIEVRE, N. C. LOTZ, T. J. R. LYLE, G. S. LYNE, J. W. MASLIN, G. A. O. MERRETT, R. J. R. H. MORSE, R. W. MOUNTSTEPHENS, M. E. MURCHISON, W. R. McCONNELL, M. R. McDOUALL, G. D. PARKER, G. S. PARKER, W. R. J. PARKER, T. R. PERRETT, T. H. POLLARD, C. POWER, R. N. PROUD, B. P. REIDY, D. J. T. SANDILANDS, A. C. SCOTT, A. J. SHARP, M. C. SMEAL, G. R. SMITH, J. T. SMITH, A. C. STEVENS, N. T. TAYLOR, N. T. TAYLOR, M. F. W. THOMAS, G. M. W. THOMAS, S- J- H. THORPE, J. O. TONKIN, E. R. TURNER, J. D. V. TYRELL, A. G. URQUHART, C. R. WALSH, R. WHILEY, R. B. WILSON, T. P. WOODMAN. SENIOR SPRINT GROUP The 1986 season was one of mixed success at invitation carnivals. Early results indicated a most promising season. However, with a number of injuries and illnesses, particularly in the open age group, progress was hampered. Having only four weeks of organised training leading up to the G.P.S. was also a disappointing factor. Nevertheless, all members of the team dedicated themselves to the task at hand, each improving his own personal performance. This involved some very rigorous training sessions, proving again that lunch and athletics do not always blend smoothly! Regardless of the day's programme, the activities were carried out diligently and with a good deal of humour — when oxygen permitted! 110 THE TORCH BEARER All competitors in the G.P.S. were rewarded for their efforts with good results. Maybe the results were not all that each boy may have hoped for, but they can take pride in the way they contested each event. In the Under 17s, A. Campbell and T. Perrett ran the 100m Championship and Division respectively, and Perrett also ran well in the 200m. E. Fenwicke followed his efforts in the 400m last year with another very gutsy run in this year's event. These three then teamed up with A. Grady in the 4 x 100m relay, to produce a creditable 4th in a closely-fought race. The Championship and Division Hurdles runners, A. Burge and S. Parker also ran their best. The Open age group was also well served. The brothers Bloore (W. R. & I. T.) worked hard over the daunting heights of the 110m Hurdles Championship and Division, and A. Scott, running only his first competitive 400m race since the School Carnival in Term II, ran excellently, considering the circumstances. E. Judd competed very creditably in both the 100m Championship and the 200m and combined well with S. Cudmore, R. Humphrey and R. Scott to form a sound 4 x 100m relay team. Cudmore also ran extremely well in the 100m Division, and as first runner in the 4 x 400m relay. It is most pleasing to see a boy who was Champion Open Preparatory School athlete continue to show such involvement in the sport, in his last year at the School. The Senior 4 x 400m relay combined marvellously to produce an exceptionally hard-fought final leg. All runners (S. Cudmore, T. Blomfield, M. Brown, R. Morse) produced their best times for the season, and were rather unlucky with the final result. There were a number of other boys who trained very hard, but unfortunately, were only selected as reserves. They are congratulated for their efforts. M. T. McKaughan U15, U16 SPRINT GROUP The 1986 season was one of considerable success and enjoyment. All boys involved can be proud of their disciplined approach towards improving their technique and overall level of fitness. Given the shortness of the season, the improvement in times by all boys was most pleasing. The U15 age group was noted for its depth of talent which made competition for places in the G.P.S. team very fierce. Times were very close as this healthy competition brought out the best in all athletes. Andy Stevens eventually claimed the number one spot in the 100 and 200 metres and ran superbly in the G.P.S. Even greater things can be expected of Andy next year as he is highly dedicated. Dan Barnett ran the division of the 100m and came an impressive third. Stewart Crowther ran brilliantly in the hurdles to win this event at the G.P.S., and show he has a big future in this race. The three runners mentioned, plus Nick Taylor, joined to form the 4 x 100m THE TORCH BEARER 111 ATHLETICS COACHES 1986 First Row: J. J. Jenkins, S. J. Poyitt, M. J. Ticehurst, R. C. Dick, J. R. Rownes. Seated: P. L. Roberson, M. T. McKaughan, S. P. Walker, T. P, Devin, R. T. Barman. team and they were narrowly beaten after a sterling effort. The U15 reserves of Doug Clare, Jason Christie and Simon Clancy provided keen competition and unselfish support for their teammates. The U16 age group did not have the same depth but did have a similarly high level of dedication to the U15s. Zac Gilder showed his great national talent, as well as a determined effort to work hard on the training track. He ran excellent races in the 100, 200 and 400m at the G.P.S., only to be pushed into second place by an equally strong Grammar athlete. The 100m division was run by Tim Lyle, who performed creditably, and he was joined by Tom Brown, Tim Woodman and Andy Ditchfield in the 4 x 100m relay. They showed great teamwork and again performed well, given the standard of the opposition. Matthew McDouall was a more than able reserve for the relay and fostered good spirit during the season. Overall, the season was most rewarding for all athletes involved. R. C. Dick U13, U14 SPRINT GROUP "The dawning of a new era . . ." The future of athletics at Shore is in safe hands. 1986 saw the development of a "new breed" of athletes. The U13, U14 squad had it all — talent, enthusiasm, spirit and a willingness to learn. The squad, 112 THE TORCH BEARER affectionately known as "The Piglets", for reasons unknown to the coaches, was adopted by the older boys. This act was typical of their team spirit which proved to be very contagious. Although athletics is essentially an individual sport, it would be grossly unfair to single out any one member for praise. Instead I will mention that all runners achieved their personal best times at the G.P.S. carnival — E. Turner 12.81, R. Proud 13.4, A. Klem 13.3 and 28.21 (200m), and S. Cribb 13.37 and 13.96 (Hurdles). However all was not roses at the G.P.S. carnival. A. Sharp strained an achilles tendon whilst warming up for the high jump and was unable to participate in any events, and A. Klem tore a groin muscle in the 200m. This destroyed a winning relay team, much to everyone's horror. The achievements of this squad were due to strong and relentless pressure applied by all runners. J. Smith, D. Blomfield, J. Tonkin, J. Maslin and J. Scott, missed the limelight of individual events at the G.P.S., but still provided the pressure necessary to push the other athletes. Many thanks must go to Mr. Roger King and Mr. Rownes for their expert coaching. Mr. King worked a minor miracle when he lost his two quickest runners in the U13 relay, yet still managed to obtain a 3rd place. The coaching of Mr. Rownes was invaluable. His vast experience helped bring out the very best in the boys. Congratulations to all those who participated in athletics this year. The season proved very enjoyable and I hope that the improvement shown will continue throughout their school career. If so, then the G.P.S. athletics premiership will rest in the halls of Shore. M. J. Ticehurst SENIOR DISTANCE The senior distance athletes had an outstanding season, capped off at the G.P.S. Athletics with all athletes placing in the top six in their respective races. The Athletics season was extremely short, consisting of only three invitation carnivals, and the G.P.S. Athletics. This proved especially undesirable for the distance runners, who took the whole season to gain track fitness. For this reason, holiday training was essential and we are grateful to Mr. J. Jenkins for giving up his time in the holidays to help us. In the first invitation carnival at Northbridge, G. Merrett placed second in the Open 800m, whilst A. Burnett ran a sizzling 2:02.9 to run second in the U17 800m championship. The second invitation carnival was again at Northbridge. Impressive performances were posted by S. Dale who came down four seconds in his 800m, and G. Merrett broke two minutes for the first time in his 800m. The Riverview track the following Saturday proved another happy hunting ground for Shore athletes. A. Burnett ran another immaculate race to win the U17A division race. Martin Thomas ran second in his THE TORCH BEARER 113 800m, with a personal best of 1:58.7. Doug Sandilands ran superbly to qualify as the Open 3000m runner. At the G.P.S. Athletics, the distance athletes all put in their best and performed with distinction for their school. D. Sandilands ran well to place 6th in a highly competitive 3000m, showing great maturity in running up an age group. George Merrett ran a convincing 2nd in the Open 800m Championship. Antony Burnett ran very well to secure 2nd in the U17 800m division, whilst Martin Thomas was 2nd in the 1500m. Finally, we are all especially grateful to the time and effort Mr. T. Devin has injected into the senior distance team. His encouragement and experience proved invaluable. Next year, with a longer season, the benefits of an athletics camp, and the fact that all distance athletes who ran this year will be back, should prove to be a year to remember for Shore Athletics. Martin Thomas U15, U16 DISTANCE The Under 15 Middle Distance boys struggled all season against opposition that was more physically mature, and possessed greater natural speed. The non-G.P.S. runners all worked hard, and gradually improved their times because of their dedication to the training. Those recording their personal bests on the penultimate Saturday of the season at Riverview were, in the 800m, David Fisher (2:16), and Charles Clayton (2:18.7). In the 1500m, Richard Heath improved to 4:57, and Holt Hardy improved his best by nearly eight seconds (4:58.2). Special mention should be made of Chris Johnston who trained and competed gamely. Craig Foster represented the school in the 800 metres division at the G.P.S., and while he only managed 5th place, his time of 2:14 represented an improvement of six seconds during the season. The championship runner was Jonathon Lane, who had sought selection in the sprints, the relay and the long jump. At Riverview he finally had a try at the 800m, and improved his personal best by 29 seconds! Alas, a virus laid him low at the G.P.S., and in very weak condition he still managed a creditable 2:17. Like the Under 15s, the Under 16 squad lacked natural speed, but were determined and enthusiastic trainers. The 1500 metre group was many and varied. Four boys trained specifically for this event, and all were successful in their own style. Evan Fountain left his coach speechless with a constant barrage of one-liners of Clive Robertson calibre. He also ran quite well. William Sidwell competed with great determination, and managed to reduce his best to 4:38.1. Charlie Klem was a vast help to the squad because he was very committed to reducing his personal best time, and in fact was so disappointed with his run at Riverview that he demanded another chance at training the next week. He subsequently improved by six seconds to record 4:43. Richard Mountstephens performed creditably in everything he did, and at the end had a 2:13.1 best in the 800m and a 4:37 in the 1500m. 114 THE TORCH BEARER Geoff Smith, Open Shotput. Evan Judd Open 200m. THE TORCH BEARER 115 These four were an absolute credit to everything Shore Athletics means — work hard for personal improvement in training, and it will show in competition. They didn't make the G.P.S., but they proved something to themselves. The 800 metres division spot was fought out between Richard Doyle and Toby Duncan. Richard was sick with a bronchial complaint for much of the season, but impressed all the other boys with his determination to train and compete whenever he could. He ran a satisfying personal best of 2:13.5 at the Riverview meet. Toby worked hard, and apart from some problems with his arm action, has potential. He improved steadily each week, bettering his time by about two seconds per week, and culminating with a 2:10.2 at the G.P.S. which only gave him 6th place, but which earned him the satisfaction of knowing that his time had been reduced by over eight seconds in a month. The performance of Anthony Cozens will probably have been viewed by some as quite good, although not particularly remarkable. Such an assessment would be unfair. Anthony gained 4th places in the 800 and 1500 metres events at the G.P.S. in the Under 16s, but this does not reflect the quality of his performance. Anthony was easily the best performed trainer in the squad, and mixes a useful stride with quite a deal of courage. As it was, he competed in an age group with a number of very competent athletes, and indeed, in past years, the 1500 metres has been won in slower times than the one he performed. At the G.P.S. he ran a creditable 2:05.5 in the 800m, and sliced nearly 19 seconds off his previous season's best in the 1500m, to record 4:21.1. Hopefully, next year will bring greater reward for this dedicated athlete. The Junior 4 x 400 metres team also worked hard at training, and were a delight to coach. The first runner was David Holmes, who proved that athletics has dramatic implications. He combined his skill as a 400 runner concurrently with a series of performances in the school production "Rusty Bugles", and handled both with aplomb. Number two runner was Angus Urquhart who displayed gritty character every time he raced, especially in the last 100 metres of his leg at the G.P.S. The third member was Nicholas Taylor, who although only in the Under 15s, indicated that he is a 400 metre runner of great potential. Indeed, should he ever become really keen about training, he would be an 800 metre runner of rare ability. The final man in this relay was Tom Pollard who displayed just the necessary determination to close the gap on an unsuspecting opponent. Every time he ran, he closed the distance or overtook the athlete in front of him during the last 100 metres. This relay team managed a fine third at the G.P.S., and every member ran a personal best 400 metres on the day. J. J. Jenkins 116 THE TORCH BEARER U13, U14 DISTANCE TEAM: A. COX, A. DIXON, N. JOHNSTON, B. REIDY, G. THOMAS, E. SHADFORTH, J. SIDWELL, S. THORPE, J. TYRELL. Although the athletics season is very short, the boys involved in the middle distance developed into a very close and enthusiastic unit. They always trained hard, never complaining. Every carnival seemed to bring out a personal best with nearly each boy lowering his time for the 800m by about three seconds each week. Congratulations to all athletes who trained, especially those involved in the G.P.S. Their enthusiasm and dedication made it a very successful and enjoyable season. Worthy of special note are Grahame Thomas and Nick Johnston, who both ran first placings at the G.P.S. with Graeme breaking the U13 800m school record. R. T. Barman LONG JUMP G.P.S. SQUAD U13 S. A. CRIBB, A. S. CAMPBELL. U14 J. O. TONKIN, E. R. TURNER. U15 B. M. J. JENKINS, W. R. McCONNELL, D. E. BARNETT. U16 T. G. T. BROWN, A. C. R. HEATH. U17 M. C. BARNETT, N. C. LOTZ. OPEN R. J. R. H. MORSE, W. R. BLOORE. The Long Jumpers from Shore performed particularly well this season and apart from winning consistently at carnivals they nearly all were achieving a personal best each time they entered into competition. The boys who trained most consistently were the ones with the greatest improvement. Matt Barnett is one who really reaped the rewards for his efforts with an improvement of about half a metre as the season progressed. The U13 age group had some very good jumpers who competed well against each other all season. The eventual G.P.S. jumper, Sean Cribb, managed to acquit himself well with a personal best of 4.77m and a well deserved second place. The U14 age group was rather weak in comparison to most of the schools but perseverance and effort in training saw good improvment. James Tonkin placed 8th at the G.P.S. The U15 age group contained a wealth of jumpers, with three boys, Will McConnell, Dan Barnett and Ben Jenkins, struggling to better each other in the carnivals. Ben Jenkins proceeded on to compete in the G.P.S. and achieved a personal best of 5.48m to place third. The U16 age group for most of the carnivals was dominated by Adam Heath, with Thomas Brown, the previous year's G.P.S. competitor, suffering illness. Training and hard work saw Heath improve greatly over the season but on a final jump off, at which both Brown and Heath achieved personal bests for the season, Thomas THE TORCH BEARER 117 Brown was the eventual G.P.S. competitor. This proved to have been the right choice with Brown recording another improvement to take first place with an excellent leap of 6.07m. The U17 age group proved a season-long struggle between Matt Barnett and Nick Lotz. Both performed well with good improvement shown over the season. It was eventually Barnett who jumped at the G.P.S. and with his opening jump of 6.00m he eclipsed his previous best by 30cm and ended up equal second on this jump. Unfortunately, a count back led to his being awarded fourth place only. The Open Long Jumps was dominated by Robert Morse, who consistently won with excellent jumps well over 6 metres. Unfortunately, on the day of the G.P.S., he wasn't quite at his best and managed a second place with a jump of 6.36m. Overall a very successful season. P. L. Roberson HURDLES In terms of wins at the G.P.S., this area of athletics was the most successful in 1986. Much of the credit for this must go to Rod Murray who put so much time and energy into this group. In the Under 13s James Boddam-Whetham ran a creditable 5th in the championship event while Sean Cribb recorded a first place in the division. In the Under 14s James Eaton and Ed Turner both ran seventh in their respective races. Stewart Crowther provided a highlight of the season, breaking the shool record with a blistering time of 13.6 seconds at Northbridge and completing his season with a fine win in the Under 15 championship race. Stewart was well supported by Will McConnell, who ran a superb second in the division event. Whilst the Under 16s, Ross Burney and Charlie Dowsett, did not come in the top three places they showed courage and determination that characterised the whole group. The Under 17s were represented by Andrew Burge and Stuart Parker who came fifth and fourth at the G.P.S. Both boys showed great improvement throughout the season, spurred on by the close competition provided by Tony Chapman. Ross Bloore and Tim Bloore represented the school in the Open championship and division events. Ross finished fifth against some very good competition after a bad start and Tim came sixth. This whole squad has put in the hard work and reaped the rewards, adding many G.P.S. points to the overall team tally. HIGH JUMP High jumpers, as with most field event competitors, are a group engrossed in their own world of mats and bars. This season the squad was trained by Richard Sandilands and Tony Pittar (two notable Old Boy high jumpers). Overall, the squad produced very good results throughout the season, but just failed to produce their best at the G.P.S. In the Under 13 age group Angus Sharp tore an achilles tendon while warming up at the G.P.S. and the school was ably represented t *?Kt;*af£. '• -•' *-"w'"^^- ;.•.'«;•:-; m o Senior 4 x 400 m: Robert Morse, Tim Blomfield, Mike Brown and Simon Cudmore. 03 m > THE TORCH BEARER 119 by Nick Barrie. Chris Walsh, the diminutive jumper in the Under 14s, was able to outjump all his taller competition at many of the invitation carnivals. The internal competition between Robert Whiley and Arnie Doyle was intense with Arnie eventually outjumping Robert in a close jump-off. Charlie Dowsett proved that he will be a fine jumper in the future, jumping 1.80 metres at the invitation carnivals and coming second in the G.P.S. Nick Cobcroft also showed some of his potential this season, jumping with some distinction. Jamie Breden finished off his athletics career at the school by being selected as the G.P.S. jumper and finishing a creditable sixth. SHOTPUT The 1986 season was not one in which high placing was common. Many of the boys in the squad had never handled a shot before and found that, contrary to many athletes' impressions, shotputting is a highly technical and demanding discipline. Following many hours of rigorous training, results were evidenced. All athletes were consistent improvers with James Boddam-Whetham representing the U13 age group. The U14s were an interesting group, with Sandy Flakelar, Kemble Edelsten and Christian Power all vying for the representative spot with Sandy eventually being selected after breaking the school record at the school carnival. The intense struggle between Mark Murchison and Lionel Bray was a feature of most training sessions in the U15s with Mark eventually pipping Lionel in the final analysis. Adam Heath threw very well at the GPS, but was hard-done-by by the officials. Jason Ellis proved that he has a lot of ability in this sport and is expected to do well in future years. Two new boys to the school, Grant Le Lievre and Richard Wilson putted in the U17 age group with Richard representing the school in the GPS. In the opens, Stephen Keir played second string for most of the season to the real star of the squad, Geoff Smith. Geoff's powerful, aggressive putting earned him a very good second placing at the GPS with a put of 14.68 metres. Geoff has been the first shotputter in many years to give the mammoth school record, set by Mick Mathers, a nudge and he can be proud of his fine performance and leadership in this, often disregarded, discipline in athletics. S. P. Walker 120 THE TORCH BEARER G.P.S. RESULTS Open 100m Ch. 100m Div. 200m Div. 400m Div. 800m Ch. 800m Div. 1500m Div. 3000m Div. Long Jump High Jump Hurdles Ch. Hurdles Div. Shot Put 4 x 400m Relay 4 x 100m Relay Under 17 100m Ch. 100m Div. 200m Div. 400m Div. 800m Ch. 800m Div. 1500m Div. Long Jump High Jump Hurdles Ch. Hurdles Div. Shot Put 4 x 100m Relay Under 16 100m Ch. 100m Div. 200m Div. 400m Div. 800m Ch. 800m Div. 1500m Div. Long Jump High Jump Hurdles Ch. Hurdles Div. Shot Put (5) (2) (3) (5) (6) (2) (6) (5) (6) (2) 11.48 11.33 23.32 51.34 1:59.43 2:02.74 4:19.04 9:56.11 6.36 1.79 16.40 17.24 14.68 (3)* 3:25.95 (5) 44.44 A.J.B. Campbell T.R. Perrett T.R. Perrett E.J. Fenwicke M.F.W. Thomas A.N. Burnett M.F.W. Thomas M.C. Barnett N.W.B. Cobcroft A.C. Burge G.S. Parker R.B. Wilson T.R. Perrett, A.J.B. Campbell, E.J. Fenwicke, A.M. Grady (8) (2) (5) (3) (4) (2) (2) (4) (5) (5) (4) (7) 12.0 11.74 23.61 51.69 2.00.06 2:02.06 4:16.53 6.00 1.78 16.56 16.89 12.77 (4) 45.03 Z.T. Gilder T.J.R. Lyle Z.T. Gilder Z.T. Gilder A.J. Cozens T.J. Duncan A.J. Cozens T.G.T. Brown C.E. Dowsett R.A. Burney C.E. Dowsett A.C.R. Heath (2) (7) (2) (2) (4) (6) (4) 11.68 12.26 23.49 52.21 2:05.82 2:10.28 4:22.00 6.07 1.74 16.38 16.78 E.L. Judd S.A. Cudmore E.L. Judd A.C. Scott G.A.O. Merrett S.C. Dale G.A.O. Merrett D.J.T. Sandilands R.J.R.H. Morse J.L.T. Breden W.R. Bloore IT. Bloore G.R. Smith S.A. Cudmore, T.A. Blomfield, M.C.G. Brown, R.J.R.H. Morse E.L. Judd, R.T. Humphrey, S.A. Cudmore, A.C. Scott (5) (2) (6=) (D (2) (7) (8) (9) 121 THE TORCH BEARER 4 x 100m Relay 4 x 400m Relay Under 15 100m Ch. 100m Div. 200m Div. 800m Ch. 800m Div. Long Jump High Jump Hurdles Ch. Hurdles Div. Shot Put 4 x 100m Relay Under 14 100m Ch. 100m Div. 800m Ch. 800m Div. Long Jump High Jump Hurdles Ch. Hurdles Div. Shot Put Under 13 100m Ch. 100m Div. 200m Div. 800m Ch. 800m Div. Long Jump High Jump Hurdles Ch. Hurdles Div. Shot Put 4 x 100m Relay * = School Record T.G.T. Brown, T.J.R. Lyle, I P . Woodman, S.L. Ditchfield D.B. Holmes, A.G. Urquhart, T.H. Pollard, N.T. Taylor (4) 46.88 (3)* 3:42.9 A.C. Stevens D.E. Barnett A.C. Stevens J.A. Lane C.W.F. Foster B.M.J. Jenkins A.J. Doyle S.C. Crowther W.R. McConnell M. Murchison S.G. Crowther, A.C. Stevens, N.T. Taylor, D.E. Barnett (7) (3) (4) (7) (5) (3) (5) (2) (8) 12.31 12.50 24.42 2:17.34 2:15.14 5.48 1.58 14.91 15.65 11.29 (2) 46.95 R.N. Proud E.R. Turner A.B. Cox S.J.H. Thorpe J.O. Tonkin C.R. Walsh J.L. Eaton E.R. Turner A.L.R. Flakelar 0) 13.77 13.66 2:26.94 2:31.48 4.54 1.40 15.98 15.73 10.57 A.J. Klem S.A. Cribb A.J. Klem G.M.W. Thomas N.E. Johnston S.A. Cribb N.P. Barrie J.D. Boddam-Whetham S.A. Cribb J.D. Boddam-Whetham A.S. Campbell, S.A. Cribb, J.D.H. Boddam-Whetham, G.M.W. Thomas (D (9) (9) (7) (8) (8) (7) (7) (7) (1) (2) (7) (5) (1) (7) 13.53 13.65 28.50 2:16.8 2:22.32 4.77 1.35 14.61 13.96 10.15 (3) 53.43 (3) (4) (7) (1)* 122 THE TORCH BEARER SENIOR ATHLETICS TEAM 1986 i^J .-.Si JUNIOR ATHLETICS TEAM 1986 THE TORCH BEARER 123 ADVENTURE TRAINING At time of writing, the summer Adventure Trainers have completed only two activities, both south of Katoomba. Although meeting early, with Athletics still in full swing, such was the enthusiasm that an "instant" weekend was had on 20-21 September. On Saturday afternoon we caught a taxi to the start of Narrow Neck peninsula and camped on top of a breezy knoll in the dark. The next morning, after numerous strange cooking activities, we inspected a nearby bluff, which offered a fabulous view of Megalong Valley and Diamond Spray Falls, which we were to visit three weeks later. We then headed back towards Katoomba, down the Golden Stairs (a pass in the cliffs), hid our packs and, after the inevitable "munchies", trooped off to Ruined Castle Rocks. These were ascended from the North and descended from the West. Great fun was had on the top, practising scrambling and caving, sun-baking, avoiding low-flying birds, and taking photos. After descending and picking up the packs, we went back to the Daylight Tunnel through Narrow Neck, and floundered with hard hats and lights through its murky depths. It was certainly not a "be kind to animals" week, as the bats discovered, and we emerged on the western side about fifteen minutes later, covered in orange ooze. Whilst the others retraced their steps, Brennan Glasson, Stuart Cox and I journeyed upwards to ascend O'Sullivan's Ladders and to the top of the Neck for a view, returning via the Tunnel to join the others for a pleasant "wobble" over the Landslide, a ride up the Scenic Railway and so into Katoomba. A pleasant, easy, varied day and a half. The Bundeena-Oxford walk was put off from the October long weekend to 25-26 October. On 11th October, we set out down the Ladders on Narrow Neck to walk in pleasant conditions to Carlon's Farm, at the southern end of Megalong Valley, via the first section of the Six Foot Track (constructed in 1884 as a bridle track from Katoomba to Jenolan Caves). After lunch and meeting some parents and sisters, sixteen people set off on the "Packsaddlers" horses for a three-hour ride down Carlon's Creek, to its junction with Breakfast Creek, and return. This proved a fascinating experience and the various antics of Smoky, Tessa, D9 etc. will be talked of for quite some time — 124 THE TORCH BEARER . s- ••• r s . : c *.- • ^ . • tU^ Tim Robson and Stuart Cox avoid the camera, while James Goodsell and Guy Pardon (all IV) refresh themselves — junction of Six Foot Track and Megalong Valley Road, Sat 11/10/86. Stuart Cox (IV) and horse, Carlon's Farm ("Packsaddlers"), Sat 11/10/86 after a 3 hour ride. THE TORCH BEARER 125 '. \Guy Pardon (IV) on top of Carlon's Head. Breakfast Creek, Cox's River beyond, Sun 12/10/86. •*• Jorian Millyard (IV) prays for help on the near-vertical Water Board ladders N.W. end of Narrow Neck Peninsular, Katoomba, Sat 11/10/86. including, of course, the famous final canter through Luke's paddock when one unfortunate young lady truly "bit the dust". Some relatives went home that night, but Mr Howells and the Sharp family braved the night air in tents. (Adventure Training is an "in-tents" experience, you see). Having been woken at 5.45, the walkers trudged off at 8.00 to ascend the steep spur and then the series of chains and spikes of Carlon's Head. Just as Jorian Millyard is not likely to forget Tessa (his horse, by the way), so Stuart Cox will not forget some of these — swinging through space on a chain with hundreds of metres of air around you is highly educational! (See photos). From the top we trudged up the Narrow Neck road to turn off onto a rather overgrown track at Corral (pronounced Coral, all the same) Swamp to Diamond Spray Falls and lunch (after much cursing of the undergrowth and myself). After sheltering from the spray and the usual Sunday lunch ploy of offering someone food to get rid of weight, we proceeded onto the top of the Scenic Railway and Katoomba, after another enjoyable weekend. At present, Adventure Training is "middle-heavy", with 3 V Formers, 9 IV Formers and 2 III Formers, who are all enthusiastic. 126 THE TORCH BEARER Tuesday and Thursday training has been regularised with more instruction from the V Form, and some organisation of activities by the IV Form. We still have yet to come the Bundeena to Oxford walk (the entire length of Royal National Park), an abseiling weekend at Mt York, and a gourmet weekend at Burning Palms. Thanks go to Mark Allsop, this year's Senior Venturer, who has also taken time off from his studies to help plan this term's activities. M.B.F. THE TORCH BEARER 127 CULTURAL ACTIVITIES DEBATING Sixty boys debated for the School in this year's competition, an increase of 33% on the number who participated last year. The increasing interest shown in the activity is encouraging and gives great hope for the future. Seventy-eight debates were held during the G.P.S. season, with an even 39-39 win-loss tally. As usual our greatest strength seems to be in our Lower School debaters, who continued their record of success, much of the credit for which must go to Mrs. Vallance who continues to coach those teams as well as undertaking the sometimes difficult task of organising chairmen and suppers for home debates. At more senior levels, however, the future also looks bright. With the staff allocated to Debating increased to four there is now the chance for fulltime coaches for both the First and Second teams. Mr. Gorham managed the Middle School debaters while Mr. Selth and Mr. Clarke between them advised the two senior teams and the 11Bs. The season opened with only one of the 1985 Seconds available and there was a hurried poaching of the V Form ranks to form a First Team. The team that emerged was made up of Geoffrey Erby, Rohan Garnett and Peter Maccallum (Captain), with William Jasprizza acting as Reserve and speaking in the Riverview round. It is a pity that the team had no pre-season experience together, and the lack of developed teamwork told during the season. Nevertheless, the first two debates of the season, against Kings and St. Joseph's, resulted in wins to Shore, and despite a run of losses following, the team's performance improved as the season progressed, with several defeats by the narrowest possible margins. 128 THE TORCH BEARER Geoffrey Erby, speaking at the unaccustomed position of First Speaker, provided a sound introduction to his team's case and the necessary disciplines acquired in that position should serve him well when he returns to a position further down the order. Rohan Gamett's debating is notable for its enthusiasm and with improvement in discipline and method he should be both persuasive and entertaining. Peter Maccallum was an exceptionally good Third Speaker — concise in summary, powerful in rebuttal, and capable of bringing all the threads of a debate together. Unfortunately he too often had too much ground to make up, and that he brought the team so close to victory on several occasions is a credit to him. His performances were justly rewarded with his selection in the G.P.S. Combined Seconds. The 1986 Seconds were drawn from the current IV Form, who had debated exceptionally well in 1985. Despite their relative inexperience they matched the standard of the competition, and defeated St. Joseph's, Grammar and Newington, and were unlucky not to gain other victories as well. Mark Wilson at First Speaker was always clear, persuasive and intelligent. Ben Howes, at Second, used his theatrical talents with great effect, and despite being somewhat thin on matter at times, was warmly received by adjudicators. Richard Amos at Third occasionally lacked form but on the occasions when he found it he made a very good Third Speaker in a team with great potential. William Jasprizza also made some valuable appearances in the Seconds. There is great depth in the Middle School and with debaters such as Read, Mountstephens, and Warburton entering the Senior competition in 1987 selection of senior teams over the next two years will not be easy. In the III Form the principal combination of Lionel Bray, Jon Lane and James Smith, besides debating well in the G.P.S. season, proceeded through five rounds of the Sydney Eisteddfod Debating Competition before being knocked out. The number of boys in the Lower School who want to debate is increasing all the time, and much of that is the result of an extensive debating programme run in 1st Form English classes. The standard is high but deserving of special mention is Anthony Gill in II Form. The debating staff wish to thank those parents who turned out faithfully on winter Friday nights, to transport and encourage the Shore teams. Community support is vital to the growth and success of any activity and the growing interest from parents is appreciated. Thanks are also due to members of staff who gave up time to adjudicate during the season — Messrs Perrin and Rossell — as well as those parents who took on that extra burden. Miles Condon, from the 1984 Shore Firsts, again adjudicated on several occasions. Those who debated in 1986 were: VI Form: P. E. Maccallum. V Form: G. Erby, R. Garnett, R. Glasson, B. Hunter, W. Jasprizza, J. Ley, C. Mendel. THE TORCH BEARER 129 IV Form: R. Amos, M. Duncan, E. Fountain, B. Howes, R. Mountstephens, J. Read, P. Waddington, B. Warburton, M. Wilson. Ill Form: L Bray, R. Doyle, J. Lane, M. Partridge, J. Smith, J. Storey, C. Taylor, N. Taylor, T. Thornett, K. Wong. II Form: J. Barr, S. Booker, A. Derbidge, A. Doyle, J. Harvey, F. Horrobin, J. Jones, W. Parker, W. Uther. I Form: C. Aronsten, J. Boddam-Whetham, T. Bosanquet, N. Gibbs, C. Graham, M. Heazlewood, C. Hewett, B. Oldfield, M. Prior, C. Taylor, R. Scruby, B. Vonwiller, M. Warburton. Those who acted as Chairmen were: S. Dolden, D. Erby, S. Gall, H. Leeder, O. Parsonson, I. Randall, B. Turley. OUR TOWN Prior to my arrival at Shore on the Thursday night, I had received only negative feedback from those who had seen Our Town on the previous two nights. I had been variously told that it was "boring" and that "nothing happened". I thus entered the Assembly Hall with somewhat of a mild apprehension that this was not to be an entertaining night. However, it was to be just that. I was drawn into the play right from Ben Howes' confidently-delivered opening announcement (as the Stage Manager) that "this play is called Our Town". Of course this was no revelation to me, but the manner in which it was delivered set the stage, so to speak, for the thoroughly polished, indeed shining production by the Shore Drama Society and Wenona School, contributed to by all the members of the production crew and cast. Admittedly, after the first forty minutes I was not entirely sure just what was the point of Thornton Wilder's play . . . I was thus grateful for the five minutes intermission after Act One to start thinking over what I had just been involved in — yes, involved in. Whatever else might be said of Our Town, it is involving theatre. The play is presented to us by the Stage Manager character, a kind of mediator between the audience and the actors. And then there are the actors planted among the audience who interact with the main action on stage and who thus spread the universal feeling of interaction and involvement throughout the audience . . . By far the biggest hints we have of Wilder's intentions is the Stage Manager's intention "to have a copy of the play put in the cornerstone" of the new bank so that "people a thousand years from now will know a few simple facts about us". Our attention is focused on the ordinary events of the characters' daily lives, their "real life", and Wilder is obviously stressing the importance of the way people live their ordinary lives. Almost juxtaposed with this is Emily Webb's assertion that life is "something you have to go through". We are beginning to realise the THE TORCH BEARER 130 "OUR TOWN" Ben Howes. "OUR TOWN" Andrew Ditchford. "OUR TOWN" Nick Stevens and William Jasprizza. THE TORCH BEARER 131 important point of the play which will be brought home in Act Three — people's failure to realise the value of their lives while they are living them. So, by the time the second Act was underway, I had already begun to think along the lines of what I gleaned to be the playwright's intentions, which can only go to the credit of this particular production in not only presenting a piece of involving entertainment but also in transferring the playwright's message from script to audience. My thoughts were confirmed in this Act. . . During the fifteen minute interval which unfortunately briefly halted this unslowable progression (If this is a fault it is one in the play as Wilder wrote it, not in the adaptation) I heard at least one comment which echoed my own forming thoughts: "This play is much better than people said it was", which again speaks well for the quality of this particular presentation. Others had clearly also found some entertainment value and some meaning in the play . . . Most of the characters, by design, show very little development. We only see them briefly as they go by about their daily lives, following their "ancestors, millions of them" on the journey from birth through marriage to death and the grave, while failing to realise that they are developing, growing old. As the Stage Manager puts it "you're twenty-one or twenty-two and you make some decisions, then WHISH! you're seventy". Of course, the characters do grow older. We observe both Emily and George "growing up". We discover how their relationship developed from their childhood, when Emily used to help George with his algebra; we experience their fear of entering into marriage and getting old, and finally witness Emily's descent to the grave. The theme of the play lies in the fact that we do not see any development. The suggestion is that not even the characters themselves realise they are growing old. We go straight from the wedding of Act Two to the funeral of Act Three. The acting in general was superb, with no forgotten lines and excellent clarity and voice projection all around. The dead in their graves managed to remain very still for a long time. Emotions were well expressed, particularly in the case of Hannah Pritchard playing Emily, who breaks down sobbing when she realises the point of the play — "I didn't realise all that was going on". The voice cracking was truly moving and fitted the true tragedy of life lighted upon here. By far the most important character is the stage manager, played by Ben Howes, who came across extremely well to the audience; he had a clear voice, a confident manner and stance and even an acceptable American accent. All this was vital in his particular role, which is to present the play to the audience. He managed to involve the audience in the play, as is his task — "I'm talking to you", "What do you say, folks?" — with his friendliness as he took us with him in Wilder's search for the value of each moment of our own lives (Wilder's 132 THE TORCH BEARER play is a universal one, concerned with "human beings" — "you", "we"). The lighting was also effective, for example when the spotlight was shone on the Stage Manager as he began to investigate the true importance of "real life" in Act One, at the end of Act Two when a bright light is thrown on the newlyweds — supposedly a bright anticipation of many years of "happiness", and particularly in Act Three when the lights go on as Emily returns to life and then dim as she realises the tragedy of human beings' failure to "realise life while they live it". The scenery was obviously well-built and very practical, serving both as the steps into the houses and as the church. However even these can be considered a little too elaborate for what is intentionally a sparse production, the scenery being left mostly for imagination. However this is a minuscule complaint to fault such a fine production. The American flag (even with its excess of stars and stripes — was there some intent here?) was a brilliant addition to the backdrop. It pervaded the action of the play with the suggestion of the Great American Dream (perhaps symbolished by Emily and George's restoration of their farm), going to the grave as it were along with Emily. The last word must be that the play was excellent entertainment value (entertainment being one of any playwright's central objectives), as evidenced by the enormous round of applause which thundered through the Assembly Hall following two hours of thought-provoking and at times frightening theatre. Perhaps those denigrators who failed to hear the play's message are the fortunate ones. It is, after all, rather disconcerting to be told that your life's sand is slipping through your fingers and the best you can do is to record the sensation of each grain as it goes. — from a review by N. P. Wolfe, VIC THE TORCH BEARER 133 "OUR TOWN" Suzique Weine and Suzie Pye. "OUR TOWN" Ben Howes, Nick Stevens and Hannah Pritchard. 134 THE TORCH BEARER RUSTY-BUGLES An ambitious year for the Drama Society was completed by the production of Elliott's Rusty Bugles in September. Cast by Messrs Lewarne and Reynolds mostly from the Middle School, and including some new actors, this was envisaged as a short-schedule (about three weeks from genesis to culmination) experience for a larger number of boys (It's an all-male cast). My programme listed 31 boys front- and back-stage, so the aim of involving a number of boys was achieved. The short rehearsal time made for a production less polished than normal, but there was a friendly "workshoppy" air to it all which was enhanced by the small audience (110 seats only for each performance). The play itself isn't anything to write home to mother about. It's very episodic, showing a selection of scenes of daily life in a Northern Territory Ordnance Depot in 1944; the unit manning the depot is part of a Forgotten Army whose anticipated front-line status never occurred. A number of conflicts are developed in the early part of the play: between the unit's new boy Carson (David Lane) and the old hand Richards (Andrew Ditchfield), a minor skirmish in the unending class war; between the unit's bad boy McClure (Tim Northam) and established authority; between the unit's slob Mac (Matthew Bransgrove) and the rest of the group; between the unit's nasty sergeant Brooks (Nick Stevens) and everybody; between the unit's head-case Falcon (Paul Waddington) and his own inner demons. None of these conflicts is resolved in the usual ways we soap-opera addicts expect — screaming, physical violence, guns etc. All are resolved off-stage, and despite minor moments of tension, the play ends more or less where it began, with not much change or development in the characters. This might be like real life, but it makes for rather unsatisfying drama, as was shown on the first night when the audience didn't realise the play was over. It didn't seem over: when plays had curtains and actors took curtain-calls, you could be more certain. None of the characters had even died. The actors, essentially, played themselves. I suspect this very localised period of history, this setting and these characters, were too far outside all the boys' ranges. Most of the boys were simply too lively and too intelligent to impersonate convincingly the type of military material likely to be left by high command to sit out the war in Katherine, NT. Even their khakis were clean, their cigarettes suspiciously tailor-made, and their boxer shorts, if not actually graced with the Pierre Cardin " P " , certainly bought yesterday. THE TORCH BEARER "RUSTY BUGLES" Tim Northam ("Darky") Allen Munro ("Gig Ape") 'RUSTY BUGLES" Matt Bransgrove ("Mac") 135 "RUSTY BUGLES" Michael Cowdroy ("Andy") Allen Munro ("Gig Ape") "RUSTY BUGLES' Nick Masselos ("Keghead") THE TORCH BEARER 136 "RUSTY BUGLES" Mark Wilson ("OT") In the play, for example, Ot has a million schemes for keeping busy because he hasn't got the brains to be bored — Elliott sees his thickness as closely akin to the four-by-twos holding the hut together. Now Mark Wilson's Ot was more likely to be putting the money earned from doing the other diggers' guard duties, washing etc., into CRA shares. Likewise, Mac in the play is supposed to be a real scuzz. He never has a bath because "dermo" means a ticket back to the "big smoke". Matthew Bransgrove, perhaps with an eye on the image, gave him too much nobility, not to say cleanness. Sergeant Brooks is a fascist moron. Since Nick Stevens has never met a fascist moron, even in cadets, it was difficult for him to make much sense of the characterisation. These three were especially unlucky in their parts, since Elliott is in each case attempting to particularise them further. Some of the other actors had an easier time of it. Michael Cowdroy, playing Andy Edwards, played Michael Cowdroy to perfection. Since he's had ample practice in playing this not unappealing part, he came across with plenty of life and energy. His attempt to authenticate his character took the initial form of an ockerised accent, which mercifully did not last long. David Lane did Carson as a fresh-faced ingenue who almost certainly lied about his age to get into the services. His voice was a bit quiet at times, but he was good in the scene with Richards, now a friend, when they take on Sergeant Brooks over the misused cupboards, a scene designed by Elliott to show the worst excesses of military idiocy. THE TORCH BEARER 137 "RUSTY BUGLES" Nick Stevens Andrew Ditchfield ("Brooks") ("Vic") Ollie (Stephen Douglas) and Chris (James King) are small parts but, at the end of the play, important ones — it's their return to the unit which re-establishes matters as they had been at the beginning of the play. Both also acted themselves effectively, though neither was a convincing drunk. A more convincing drunk was McClure ("Darky" in the play, "Darcy" in the programme), or Tim Northam. Tim, though like the others too bright and cheery for complete conviction, was able to do more with the part. He did this through his body, which is very flexible, his eyes, which are of variable wattage, and his face, which is very expressive. Some of the other actors could take a hint from the way Tim acts with his face: reacting well is as important as acting well. Hugh Macleman, who is cornering a small market in dippy characters, had a pleasant little bit as the YMCA sergeant whose idea of a big night is a round of euchre. Hamish Widdis also had a neat little characterisation as Sammy Kuhn, who was presumably not intended to be an Axis spy, though he sounded like one. Paul Waddington, as the elective mute Falcon, nicknamed Dean Maitland, gave the play a certain tension. Would he speak? Sometimes he moved across the stage in a meaningful manner as though to speak. Sometimes his mouth moved in a manner suggestive of speech. Once he hovered over a piano as though intending to sing "My Way". Purposeful movement towards a telephone suggested he must finally speak. He didn't. 138 THE TORCH BEARER We next hear of him as off to the psychiatric ward. In getting out of the army, the Ken Falcon method (silence) beats the Max Klinger method (wearing dresses). Three performances and one scene were especially notable in Rusty Bugles. I liked Nick Masselos' Keghead Stevens, who was exactly the sort of keghead you'd be likely to be stuck with in an ordnance depot in Katherine in 1944. A broad-beamed whingeing timeserver, he skilfully played off both sides (higher authority and the diggers) by appearing as a complete idiot to both, with a vocabulary of about 60 words. (Either Nick forgot all his lines or he didn't have many different ones to start with). He was good, though he sometimes swallowed his lines. Allen Munro's Gig Ape was excellent, though Allen presents more as officer material than cannon fodder. He has conviction and presence on stage: the part was a little small for him to develop it fully, but I hope there will be bigger roles for him in future productions. Andrew Ditchfield was a knockout as usual, as Vic Richards. In two key scenes — with Carson on guard duty, and with Carson and Brooks over the cupboards, Andrew gave depth and significance to pretty ordinary script material. Blessed or cursed with the only ancient face in the cast, and a strong voice, he was always convincing, though a little more emotion still in his big scene with Brooks would have helped in this low-key play. The best scene was the "telephone" scene, in which some of the men try to make contact with their families etc., in the middle of the night on a defective telephone line. Their unavailing efforts to communicate with someone — anyone — mined a little pathos from the play. None of them can make much contact, especially not Dean Maitland, who always rings the same number, which never answers. The set, a brilliant design by Mr. Coady, was complicated, with a revolve and wings to suggest Branch HQ, the men's barracks, a library, an orderly room and a wall of the ordnance store. Lack of rehearsal showed in some of the scene changes, which took forever, occasionally continuing through the next scene. Making some of the changes in total darkness was ambitious, but a bit hard. The main set, the barracks, was bulk clutter. Elliott's idea is ironically to contrast the million square miles of nothing where the depot sits, with the overcrowded little hut they're all jammed into. The result is actors stepping over each other and tripping over footlockers, chairs, stretchers etc., to get around. Crossing this stage was an adventure not lightly undertaken. However, the versatile set did allow a variety of levels to be used in nearly every scene. The actors were also at the mercy of a large number of props, not all of which were handled as confidently as their cigarettes. (Is school drama a future area of interest for tobacco company sponsorship now that all the sports are taken?) Things fell over, the water bag had real water in it that dripped on people etc. Once again, the lack of rehearsal time was showing to a degree. THE TORCH BEARER 139 "RUSTY BUGLES" Steve Douglas ("Ollie") James King ("Chris") "RUSTY BUGLES" Dave Lane Andrew Ditchfield ("Rod") ("Vic") 140 THE TORCH BEARER The music — old war-time songs — and effects went well on the first night of the production, but the stage crew seemed very uncertain that night. The gaps in the set revealed little groups of black T-shirted figures discussing what to do next; occasional creeping under set was necessary to retrieve fallen shoes and so on. You could, I think, have called it a learning experience for the crew; things, I'm told, went much better on later nights. Another good effort from the Lewarne Reynolds Fox Coady entertainment team, and their quietly achieving support group: Mrs. Young and Mrs. Nott, Messrs Mason and Shirlaw. K.J.P. MUSIC Musical activity in the latter half of the year was dominated by two highly successful camps and a series of concerts which displayed what a wealth of talent there is, especially in the Lower School, which at its special concert on 26th November fielded brass, string and woodwind ensembles, a jazz band and two training bands, in addition to numerous individual performances and smaller groups. The Instrumental Camp in Term II was an opportunity for more experienced instrumentalists to gain an experience in ensembles and in a variety of smaller combinations. The most remarkable aspect of the camp was the willingness of all participants to self-motivate by forming their own groups and practising without supervision, resulting in many creditable performances on the final night. In addition to string, woodwind and brass ensembles, a small orchestra was formed, and performed the Grand March from "Aida", amongst others, at the Camp Concert back at School. In Term III the 1st and 2nd Form Training Bands trouped off to Bundeena for the October long-weekend, and came back with a greatly expanded repertoire and considerable new skills. The 2nd Form band was weaned off its band tutor, and really came of age over this period, performing full band arrangements with considerable skill and musicianship. The 1st Form group benefited from the attention of specialist tutors, and has returned to School a much closer knit and more highly-motivated group who are hot on the heels of their 2nd Form counterparts. For their generous and ready help during these camps we are indebted to our visiting specialists: Mrs. Collins, Mr. Sattler, Mr. Pyl, Mr. Boothey, Mr. Blomfield and Mr. Osborne. During the last weekend in October, some of the above ensembles had the opportunity to perform at Admiralty House as part of an Open Day organised by the Home Mission Society. Another performance outside the School was the involvement of the Chapel Choir in the Young Composer Concert at the Sydney Town THE TORCH BEARER 141 INSTRUMENTAL CAMP AUGUST 1986 "A Cluster of Clarinets?" Joshua Barr, Jason Corbett-Jones, Tim Duke, Andrew Cheung and Andrew Scarlett. INSTRUMENTAL CAMP 1986 David Holland, Charles Clayton and David Grant. 142 THE TORCH BEARER 1st FORM TRAINING BAND 1986 Back Row: B. J. H. Fielden, N. J. Stark, T. D. Lovell, D. R Hazell S. J. M. King, P. A. Burke, P. W. L. Simpson, T. T. Reid, J. E. H. Harricks. Middle Row: D. F. Roberts, B. W. Foulsham, R. G. Stokes, D. S. King, N. P. Barrie, R. C. Scruby, M. R. E. Warburton, C. T. Taylor, R. G. Anderson, A. J. Webb. Seated: S. A. Sheardown, B. A. C. Goodsir, W. H. O. Gaden, J. G. Davis, R. A. Fox, Esq., H. R. Jackson, A. A. Hewett D. H. Crawford, D. W. Smith. Kneeling: D. A. Whybrow, J. S. Beattie, C. C. Bray, T. W. Luckock. 2nd FORM TRAINING BAND Back Row: J. L. M. Travis, D. L. Hall, K. A. Graham, C. G. Clayton R. D. P. Carr, A. C. K. Cheung, R. S. Hemming, S. A. Teichert, A. D. Garton. Middle Row: W. T. B. Uther, S. R. Symons, B. J. Elsmore, M. D. Price, S. L. Booker, B. F. Robson, A. N. W. Wyles D. R. Holland, D. A. Gilfillan, J. de V. Tyrell, J. E. H. Harvey. Seated: C. H. Hardy, B. G. F. Timms, W. A. Baxter, A. S. Biggart R. A. Fox, Esq., R. J. Gooley, J. L. Hall, T. H. West, B. A. R. Howland. THE TORCH BEARER 143 Hall which, along with choirs from other schools, performed works by two young Australian composers, one of which was performed at the Lodge Torchbearer Open Service. The Choir has received enthusiastic support from many boys this year, and has steadily grown in number. It is hoped that this year's 1st Form members will stay on next year to swell the Alto ranks. 1986 has been a year of feverish activity, especially in the Lower School, which has left the music staff in a state of exhaustion. For his interest and support we must thank Mr. Sharpe, who has worked many mornings with various groups, so taking some of the pressure off the staff. It is also the year in which we farewell Bruce Cox, who has been such an outstanding ambassador for the School through his achievements over the past year or so; having performed publicly on the Sydney Town Hall organ last year, he was invited by the A.B.C. to perform at the Youth Concerts in the Sydney Opera House in May this year, which resulted in an invitation by the Sydney Organ Society to give a solo recital. Finally, he performed at the Wollongong Town Hall just prior to the commencement of his HSC. We wish him well in his future studies. CHAPEL CHOIR 1986 Third Row: R. D. P. Carr, H. K. Widdis, R. O. Pearce, T. J. E. Ryerson, P. G. Waddington, R. W. Amos, N. P. Stevens, H. C. G. McLeman. Second Row: J. E. H. Harricks, S. A. Teichert, A. N. W. Wyles, N. P. Barrie, T. J. King, D. D. W. Erby, C. M. Aronsten, M. J. C. Prior. Seated: S. O. J. Thomas, J. S. Park, A. J. Webb, R. G. Anderson, R. A. Fox, Esq., W. A. Fulton, W. T. B. Uther, J. I. B. Campbell, E. D. O'Young. 144 THE TORCH BEARER BRASS ENSEMBLE 1986 Standing: C. J. L. Hewett, T. J. King, R. D. P. Carr, G. M. W. Thomas. Seated: A. M. Norton, B. G. Teichert, A. M. Stuckey, R. A. Fox, Esq., B. F. Robson, A. R. Stuart, B. J. Howes. JAZZ ENSEMBLE Standing: B. A. R. Howland, B. G. F. Timms, B. F. Robson, A. R. Fowler, J. L. M. Travis. Seated: A. M. Stuckey, B. G. Teichert, D. L. Forrest, Esq., S. A. Teichert, C. M. Aronsten. m 3 O CD 2 m 33 Chris Hewett, Graham Thomas, Ben Howes, David Carr and Alex Stuart. Ian Randall, Charles Grace and Nick Tompson. Ben Goodsir and Barnaby Timms. Andrew Stuckey, Bruce Teichert and Tim King. 146 THE TORCH BEARER WOODWIND ENSEMBLE 1986 Standing: T. P. Duke, A. R. Fowler, N. R. Tompson, J. Halliday, C. C. de B. Grace, J. W. Barr. Seated: S. A. Teichert, A. C. K. Cheung, D. R. Hazell, F. E. Sharpe, Esq., C. M. Aronsten, A. J. Scarlett, E. D. O'Young. STRING ENSEMBLE 1986 Standing: S. T. Murchison, D. D. W. Erby. Seated: J. L. Eaton, F. P. Horrobin, J. S. Park, M. J. C. Prior, L. M. C. Tarn, E. D. J. Nock. THE TORCH BEARER 147 ORIGINAL CONTRIBUTIONS THE SCHOLAR OF THE DARK WAYS The man fell onto the road. Rogerlui saw that. Through his tired fatigued feeling he summoned the strength to at least walk at a more brisk pace to catch up with the man. It was his nature, and a virtue, to help those in need. The first thing that Rogerlui noticed was that the man was old, with a wrinkled face. Yet he did not possess the grey tinge in the hair a normal man would. He certainly did not wear the clothes of a normal peasant; he was wearing a simple leather tunic, making no attempt to hide the chainmail showing underneath. The old man carried also a plain sword: a mercenary, Rogerlui guessed. One other thing Rogerlui noticed: the man was breathing. The man writhed in agony, clutching his left ankle as soon as Rogerlui approached. "Do you need some help, my good man?" Rogerlui asked, as he bent down over the man. "You bet I do: could you possibly get me up to my feet first?" The man was definitely heavy, and Rogerlui had some trouble doing so. "Hurry up, you old bumbler!" the man grumbled harshly. As soon as the man was on his feet, he took just a glance at his benefactor, then looked away and blushed, still in Rogerlui's support. "What's the matter, my good man?" Rogerlui asked. "I apologise for my brashness, Priest, one as old as me for that. I just didn't realise before I saw your white robe of Duty," he covertly replied. "That is understandable," Rogerlui replied, "Now, where may you be going?" "I'm going to Nabelisak. I need no help, my ankle's O.K. Thanks for the help," the man replied as he stumbled forward out of Rogerlui's grasp and onto the road, the first faltering step resulting in his collapsing again. "My good man," Rogerlui said, while picking up the man again, "It just so happens I'm passing through Nabelisak on the way to the Annual Priest's Conference." "That is good," the man countered, "I may need some extra help. I'm a mercenary. Affgill by name. You may call me 'Aff,' Sir Priest." "And my name is Rogerlui, Priest, First Order, Cultured Sect. My friends call me 'Rog,' " Rog interjected. "Well Rog, let's go. It's almost dark and I don't like to be outside the Inn Nabelisak before dark, especially in this vicinity," Aff said, with a touch of nervousness. "My good Aff, no-one should be afraid of the dark, especially with a Priest nearby, and your being a mercenary, 148 THE TORCH BEARER meaning you should put up a good fight against any rogues," Rog put in. "I know, only I have an injured ankle, probably by overwalking, and I like grog in an Inn, with many friends," Aff replied, and then whispered, "As well, something mysterious happened many a dark night back, and well, superstitions, you know?" "If it's only superstitions, my good man, then why should a brave mercenary be frightened of these parts? Has any one been killed?" Rog suspiciously asked. Aff lowered his voice to something below a whisper, "It's got something to do with the Dark Ways." Rog laughed, "Every small town has a dirty rumour floating about like that! You know it isn't true!" Aff spoke, this time a little uncertain, "I think that-that, well, I think that the rumour's true, l-l may have — no, sorry, I shouldn't concern myself with such things." Rog said, "That's the spirit! Let's drop all knowings of dark rumours and continue onto the Inn. Didn't you say you'd like some grog? Well, the sooner the better!" And they moved on. Nabelisak was the ordinary small town, or more correctly, village: some might even go as far as to suggest a hamlet, but for purposes of definition, it is identified as a small town by the local government because under such a name it would have to produce more tax. It contains a population of about five hundred, not all of them law-abiding. Similarly, Inn Nabelisak was characteristic of an inn one would hope to find in a small town such as Nabelisak. It was warm, friendly, comforting, always full, and ale was cheap. It was also known as the 'Nabelisak-moot' where any worldly travellers gathered with the daily, or more correctly, nightly, revellers, and exchanged information. It was the ideal place for a meeting, for a meeting was about to occur. The night was already twilit as the two weary travellers, Aff and Rog, entered the wood constructed Inn. The jovial barman greeted them, dressed in his white serving frock, "Hello, my fellow friends! I'm Mr. Barman the barman, but my friends call me Barman!" Some recognition daunted him, "Oh! I see my old acquaintance Affgill the mercenary has decided to visit my humble establishment! Who is this revered Priest you bring to us? I'm at your service!" As he bowed. "Barman," Aff started, "my friend Priest, 'Rog' Rogerlui and I are looking for comfort in your mighty establishment! May I find one?" "I can fix that, my friends," Barman shook hands with the two, "just as long as you sit down, have a beer, and tell the eager folk of what's happening out there, "he waved a hand out towards the door, "we haven't had any news for months!" "Don't worry the slightest, my good man," Rogerlui stated. "I have much to tell — and ask." "Well, no problem!" Barman exclaimed, "Just be sure you can tolerate the noise in here — and make yourself feel at home! I must attend to more important matters — say food, for example?" "You are assured of our co-operation, comrade!" Aff greeted. "That makes me feel so good!" Barman shouted as he ran into the kitchen. Aff and Rog wandered through the meandering maze of tables and chairs. They spotted a large table in the corner with about seven spare seats. "I think we'll sit there," Aff pointed at the table. "Why THE TORCH BEARER 149 should we? There are tables for two somewhere else," Rog replied. "I don't know! l-l just feel like it," Aff mysteriously said. They walked over to the table and were greeted warmly by the people already seated there — six of them, in fact. They welcome each other warmly. There was; Robstanton or 'Rob,' a mercenary from the North; Jonlyon or 'Jon,' a devout scholarly man; Amdoyle or 'Arn,' a freelance writer from the East; Jasonjon or 'Jas,' a librarian who was an expert in ancient history; Derekyeung or 'Drek,' a master in the martial arts; and Joshbarr or 'Josh,' who was a Sage. Aff and Rog both introduced themselves. There was one thing Rog noticed which he communicated to Aff: he swore that everyone on the table was the same age, judging by their looks. "There's one thing I'd like to know," Rog announced, "about this dark rumour I'd heard this brave Aff been frightened about." "What is it, Rog?" Rob asked. "Maybe Rog's had too much alcohol," Jon slurred, "he should have a good long rest, like we should." "Good idea!" Aff said. "I think a bit more rum would do us good!" Josh put in. "That'll do!" Drek interjected. Jas, the only one who hadn't spoken yet, spoke now, "You may not know what he's talkin' about, but I do, because I've delved right into ancient history. However, the only thing I know about is that anyone who learns the Dark Ways is taken away at The Institution of the Dark Ways for thirty-nine years." Aff scoffed, "What's that got to do with a silly superstitution? For all / know, he's been dead a long time now. He hasn't harassed the town, supposedly, for years!" "It just so happens," Rob said, "that you two know what Rog's talking about: what is it?" Jas spoke again, "Yes, I know what it means, though the rumour lurking about this place is very old, almost forgotten, and the only one in Nabelisak." Aff said, "Yes, I've got a photographic memory, and it just so happens I remember it." Rog replied. "Remember what? I want to know!" The table was mysteriously silent. Aff looked around, "Guys, this story is just a rumour, but the difference between a rumour and this story is that it's true. I haven't heard it for years. Therefore some details may be hazy." He spoke in a whisper, as if not wishing to be heard. However, sound still bombarded them from around. Aff began, "It just so happened, a long time ago, there was a beautiful young girl whose name was Garbeth. Now, there was a young man, Wutheridas, who always went out with her. "It also just happened that there were seven other courtiers who wished to marry her. But her heart was with Wutheridas, and his, hers. "Naturally, those two loved each other. One courtier was eavesdropping on one of their conversations and overheard that he was going to leave her for a long time, study, and go back to her. "So the courtiers planned a surprise for those two on the eve of his leaving. It was in this very Inn, in fact. They 'dropped' in and asked, in turn, if Garbeth would marry them, in front of Wutheridas' face. 150 THE TORCH BEARER "She refused, and stated she loved only Wutheridas, and the seven young courtiers became so infuriated by jealousy that they picked up the couple, took them away to some unknown place near the town, stripped and hung them, then chopped them up into little bits and pieces and jumped on top of them." By now, the whole Inn was silent. Rog asked, "That's all there is to it? Well, that story's nothing to be afraid of." Drek answered, "No. Aff missed out a trivial piece of information. I heard that, before the courtiers killed him, Wutheridas cried, 'Even if your courtiers think I'll be dead, I'll be back! To wreak vengeance! In thirteen by three years, thirteen being my lucky number and three yours, I'll come back! You'll wait and you'll not die, for I've got a far worse death than you couid ever imagine in store for you!' " Rob replied, "Well, there's still nothing to be worried about. All that happened over forty years ago." Barman, who mysteriously crept out among them, said, "No, not forty years, it is thirty-nine years exactly to this date." Silence. Suddenly, realisation struck Aff. Aff stood up, and banged his fists on the table. He cried, "I get it now!" As he looked around at everyone's faces, "You know very well we seven are the courtiers! After Wutheridas' death we separated, under new names, new identities. Don't you deny it! What foul magic has brought us here on this date? 'Just travelling through!' What an excuse!" Silence again. Aff turned to Rog, "Priest, you have no part in this: go now, before it's too late!" As if in answer, thunder rolled and lightning flashed outside. The whole Inn rushed out the back door, leaving only the seven now-old courtiers. The front door burst open. From the howling wind, rain and thunder outside, a prominent figure strode. He looked young, yet soulless. The figure strode through the door and pointed at the seven with his fiery wand. He shouted, "I've come to take my vengeance! My wrath on all of you!" "No, Wutheridas!" Aff replied, "Your following the Dark Ways has taken away your soul! Repent now! Turn!" "No way, Aff," Wutheridas coldly met his eyes, "I promised a death worse than death. You'll get it — no matter what. If it wasn't for the Dark Ways, I'd still be bird fodder: little bits and pieces lying about the floor. What've you got to say to that?" With that, Wutheridas stepped back, and with a mighty wave of his arms seemed to produce a spark of magic in the air. The signs he was making in the air were general knowledge to Jas, "Quickly, he's trying to Phase Shift us to the fourth dimension! We'll meet a fate worse than death! Quickly! Knock out the wand in his hand!" As if in answer, Aff and Rob lurched forward and dove straight at Wutheridas. They knocked him completely to the floor and his wand fell out of his grasp. While Aff and Rob pinned Wutheridas down, Drek somersaulted in the air, and landed with the full force of his body — and more — on to the wand. It smashed, glowing splinters flying everywhere. Drek turned around and smiled triumphantly. The smile of triumph was short-lived. A blast of pure energy erupted from Wutheridas himself, and an orange glow pushed Aff and THE TORCH BEARER 151 Rob away, as if they were young children being harassed by a Giant. Wutheridas got up, and his fingers begun to glow an eerie green. He sneered, "Well, if I can't do that, I'll do the next best thing: I'll disintegrate you to death. Bit by bit." As if on reflex, he pointed at a table, and the green glow leaped out of his fingers and arced its way towards the table. The table flashed a dull red for a split second, then disappeared: glow, table and all. He then advanced slowly upon the waiting courtiers. Aff propped himself up, and when he saw Wutheridas slowly and agonisingly disentegrating the fingernails, then fingers, then hand — molecule by molecule — of Arn, he swore loudly, "By GOD, if only a Priest could help us now!" Wutheridas turned onto Aff, as if the word 'Priest' disgusted him, "Well, I see my friend is now awake!" He then commenced his slow torturing of Affgill. Jon started, "A Priest? The only one who could help us now?" Jon stopped, trying to remember a detail which escaped him, "Yes! I know! I know who is the only one who can help us! ROGERLUI!" At first nothing happened. / hope that startled him, or something, Jon thought, maybe the Priest'll appear himself! Jon was correct. Wutheridas stopped in his tracks. A flash of white brilliance occurred. Rog was here. To take care of Wutheridas. Wutheridas turned to Jon. A facial quality was there, quite unmistakable. What was that? Wutheridas was smiling! "My dear Jon," Wutheridas said, "I thank you on your effort. Not even Jas wpuld've known this. I'd prepared a special spell just for you courtiers. If I didn't have a wand, all it took was for one of the victims to shout out the name of the nearest Priest. He's here. He'll do the job for me, just as well as a wand would, won't you?" he asked, turning to Rog. "Yes master," was the cold, flat reply. "Then let's go," Wutheridas remarked, "I'm sure you'll find Phase Shifting to the fourth dimension a wonderful experience. I hope you enjoy your stay . . ." The seven courtiers shrieked an unnatural cry of defiance, "NO!" It echoed down eternity, down the walls of time, it shook the small township of Nabelisak. It wasn't enough. Suddenly the Inn was empty, only ragged curtains, flowing in the cold wind, remaining. A. Cheung (II) 152 THE TORCH BEARER SKIING Skiing down the slope. The blood rushes to my head. Exhilarating. Taking a corner. Careful, for the skis might cross; Cautious, Tentative. Down through the powder. Spraying in all directions. The glare hurts my eyes. Swiftly I descend. Leaving trails all down the slope. Approaching the end. Pack away the skis. Frost bitten fingers have gone. In the lodge at last. D. B. Sevier (II) A MAN NOT TO BE FORGOTTEN Well here I sit, looking at photos of home, knowing it's only a matter of time till I'm there, but in the meantime I've got the H.S.C. to do, and what is monetary policy, can you tell what it means? I find it hard to comprehend when people say Mr. Grant is a good tough man, they obviously never knew Ted Mathews. Ted did what he did best, and he did it as if it were his own. Ted was a hard man, he was tough and firm, but he had a kindness that no other man could display. His dogs were always lean but they never went short of a feed. He wasn't a big man but he held his own in the yards. He could do anything, from drive a tractor to harness a team. He did everything his way and forgot abput the rest. He could make a five course meal out of a goanna, and teach a pup to cast like no other man could. THE TORCH BEARER 153 His pocket knife was as sharp as his mind, and nothing went unnoticed. With one glance he could tell you how many sheep there were in a mob, how many woollies, and how many fly-blown ones there were. And he could skin a fox as quick as you could blink. He never held a grudge, he would soon let you know if you were wrong. His face and hands told his life story, but he had wrinkles from smiling. But I will always remember Ted by his incredible sense of humour, and his old whip, that went everywhere he did. So when he said, "Good luck", or, "See you in the morning", you knew he meant it with all his heart, as all true blue bushmen do. For at the going down of the sun and in the morning, I will always remember Ted's "We'll fix it" attitude. And I will always remember him, as all the other people who knew him will. And I will remember him as the legend of the bush in the true sense of the word, and as a blessing to us that he just happened to be at the Merino stud at "Tuwinga". J. C. Traill (VI) LOST Sprawled in the dust outside the cities of Karkarook. A target for flies and small insects. A heap of venomous heat and withering bodies. But often they lie all alone. Within the shadow of a crumbling car. Lost in the trackless jungle of their pain. Clutching the pitiless red earth in vain. And whimpering like stricken animals. David Erby (I) 154 THE TORCH BEARER THE TALE OF TROY It all started when Helen, Bill's girlfriend, left him and ran off with Tony Paris the Greek. Tony and his gang felt great because now they had a girl going round with them. Perhaps I'd better introduce myself. I am Peter Dibbles, known to my friends as "Dribbles", the school reporter no. 1, covering my big scoop. Bill Menelaus was a bully, but he only pretended to be tough. He reckoned that Tony Paris had stolen Helen. But he would never get her back while Tony's gang the "Trojans" were around. He had a big bossy cousin twice his size in third form called Andy Menelaus who was known as "Aggy V." which was short for Aggravation. On Wednesday Bill went round to Aggy V's house. He rang the doorbell and waited till he heard the heavy footsteps of Andy, who opened the door. "Yeah, oh hi, Bill. Waddy'a want?" "Andy, d'you know Tony Paris?" "Oh yeah, that little twerp." Andy answered. "He ran off with Helen Smith, my date," Andy sniggered. "So, tough cheddar." Bill looked at Andy thoughtfully. Andy had always defended and helped him before. Maybe that was because he had rather eyed Helen himself. He tried another tack. "If she could get away from Tony she'd probably go out with her rescuer", he said. "Oh, okay," his cousin said. "I'll get this guy for you." "Today," Bill bargained. "Sure!" cried his cousin. "Now, begone!" Bill went. Back inside the house Andy leaned against the door chewing some gum thoughtfully. Then he hurried over to the phone and dialled up his friend Gary Oddysoo who was pretty clever. "Hey, Oddy, is that you?" he asked. "Hi, who is it?" came Oddy's voice. "Me, Andy. Hey, listen, you know that stuck-up Greek kid, Tony Paris?" "Yes," Oddy said, "and his gang of bananas." "That's right," said Andy and told what had happened. "What's worse is he invited them over for his party and at his party he took her." "We'd better get her back then," Oddy replied. "Tell you what, we'll organise a gang of our own, let's call them the 'Sheiks'. To attack the other guys." "Great," his friend said. So in half an hour the school heroes were assembled. Rob Chilles, (a great fighter and soccer player), Nestor (an old hero of cricket) and David Diomodes (a mathematician and tie flicker) and Oddy himself. THE TORCH BEARER 155 "Now listen," Andy said, "we'll attack the Trojans' clubhouse and..." "Wait!" Oddy said. "How about ringing them up first and asking them to hand her over?" "I did," Andy said, "but Tony just laughed and said 'So you think I'll be able to get rid of her?' and hung up." "OK," said Robert. "That means they'll be expecting us." "Yep," replied Andy. "So let's get 'em!" and the Sheiks charged out of the house and to the clubhouse. It was 4 pm and Dick Priam was seated in the clubhouse near the window. Suddenly he gave a cry. "Hey, Hector, Tony, look!" He was pointing to a column of boys charging across the muddy grass to the wooden flimsy clubhouse. They were carrying a sign saying WE ARE THE SHEIKS TO GET YOU, YOU FREAKS! "Quick! It's them!" dark-haired, slim Tony Paris said. "Get Simon Sarpedon, Willy Trojan and Philip Palamedes, fast!" So that's why in several minutes when the Freaks — sorry — Greeks no — urn — Sheiks arrived, they found what appeared to be an empty clubhouse. "Charge!" Andy yelled and they raced forward only to be met by a shower of mud bombs and pebbles which came from all directions. Furiously, the Sheiks fought aside the missiles and got to the tree near the clubhouse but the Trojans leapt out of the tree and ambushed them. After a few bruisefully, bloody, burning, bashful minutes the bruised, bleeding, burning, bashful Sheiks fled. Back at the HQ Oddy was formulating a plan, but Diomedes had one first. "Let's issue a challenge", he said. "You know — our champion versus theirs." "Who'd be our champion?" asked Nestor. "How about Rob Chilles?" suggested Dave. "Suppose they don't agree?" asked Andy. "Tough," said Nestor. But the Trojans did agree as their champion Hector was renowned for his dullness and strength so we all gathered outside the clubhouse and Hector and Chilles circles each other warily. Then Chilles grabbed Hector and spun him round. Hector furiously grabbled his trusty ruler but Robert struck him down with his heavy Latin book. Hector threw a stapler which caught Robert on the chin. Soon the two were rolling around the ground. But Hector banged his head against a stone and he ran off howling. With a wild cry we charged at the enemy but they were again too strong for us. Suddenly Oddy hurried forward but we couldn't see what he was up to, so "Retreat! They're too good for us!" he cried. So the weary Sheiks obeyed. Back at HQ Oddy had seemed to have a plan. "So if we retreat or pretend to retreat, they will be caught 156 THE TORCH BEARER off-guard," he said. "Okay, okay," Diomedes said, "but what if they don't go into the cubby?" They will, relax," Oddy replied. "But you're taking a risk," Diomedes answered. "Mathematically speaking, it's..." "Oh, who cares!" shouted Andy, "Just do his plan, or have you got a better one?" Diomedes didn't, so they did it. The Trojans waiting behind the walls of their cubby were surprised when Nestor appeared alone waving a white flag. "I wish to speak to you!" he yelled. "What is it?" asked Tony. "Only that our gang has retreated, given up. You're too good. And if you promise not to attack us agin you can have our old cubby." It seemed too good to be true! Andy's cubby was a legend; an impenetrable fortress. "We'll take it," he said, and Nestor nodded and hurried off. The Trojans raced to the cubby and flung it open, but inside was only a wooden rocking horse. Suddenly, from behind, the Sheiks pounced on them. Back in the now deserted cubby of the Trojans, Andy had found Helen who her gang had left behind in their mad rush to get to the cubby of the Sheiks. "Hey listen, Helen." Andy asked, "What's so good about Tony Paris?" "Nothing," replied Helen. "You see, he's my second cousin come to visit us. Only my mum said I had to play with him." by Tim Bosanquet (I) ALPHA AND OMEGA "This is not the end. It is not even the beginning of the end. It is only the end of the beginning." — W. Churchill Moving slowly towards the only entrance to a devastated world, I began to contemplate my own destiny and indeed that of the entire human race. The tiny ripples of cement giving the bulkhead its coarse feel to my groping hands finally transformed into a miniature mountain range as my endeavour to find the light control met with success. My much fatigued and light sensitive eyes could only squint as I surveyed the state of the concrete insulated room which had been my dwelling place for nigh on fourteen months. Although it was little more than a hollow slab of cement, the twenty miles of protection between it and the utter desolation of war had saved my life. I remembered telling THEM of the day when THEY would lose control of all THEIR advanced killing machines. I knew then that all THEIR nuclear weapons, genetic tampering and environmental destruction would be the end of THEM. I warned THEM of the dangers of creating a race of beings who would live forever unless killed by an outside force. I heard THEM scoff at me behind my back when I had to THE TORCH BEARER ^57 be forcibly converted to immortality. I remembered how THEY laughed at my plan to build a refuge for myself. "Poor Yawe 77," they said, "he wants to live like an ostrich with his head in the ground!". Finally I recall the remorse that swept through my conscience at the height of my pyrrhic victory as I finally said "I told you so". But alas! By then only an echo was left to answer me. I shuddered for a few seconds, issuing a pathetic whimper before the horror of death, (possibly mine), awoke me from my trance of reconciliation. To allow myself time for thought I concentrated my blurred vision on the first readable object available. As luck would have it, I found myself scanning the sales sheet for my own company "Elementary Defense — Earthbound Niches". Suddenly my eyes flashed as I realized that two "EDENs" had been sold, one to myself and the other to Lucifer 66. Lucifer had been my oldest and dearest supporter for more years than I could care to remember, yet four years before the great holocaust he suddenly changed sides. If anyone was to blame for the outbreak of the war it is he. It was his manipulative influence on the universal leaders which was to eventuate in the destruction of a million generations of work, history and people. I could imagine his twisted mind deriving great pleasure from the total obliteration of so much innocence. I realized then that we were to be the perpetual good and evil forces in the universe. The stage was set for the eternal battle to restart. I finally realized my purpose. I must rebuild! My plans would take centuries to formulate, millenia to execute and an eternity to prove their worth. Stars and planets, even whole galaxies would be cordoned off for the rebirth. My shelter would expand into a paradise occupying the remainder of the universe. I would harness my immortal living force to create an ever evolving Utopia for the "revival". In it I would place my likenesses split down into intolerably ignorant entities; each copy would be different, yet each individual being would remain a piece of myself who I would love very much. My living force would bind their lives together as they slowly gather their petty knowledge, just as my people did long before. Occasionally I would show myself to all in many different ways, often inside their (our) minds — sometimes outside in what they would call reality. Through them I would struggle with Lucifer; through them I would live and love. I would be nothing more than the sum of their thoughts, they would be nothing less than the sum of mine. Eventually all that I judge worthy would join my presence in Eden as company. . . until the new civilization learns to destroy itself and the long, long cycle repeats. Just as death must always follow birth, birth must always spring from death. Here then is my story — YOUR STORY! "In the beginning of creation, when God made heaven and earth, the earth was desolate and void..." Genesis 1:1-2 Anthony Gill (II) 158 THE TORCH BEARER THE SHARK I swam round the corner; I took the chance; There it was; I saw it first glance. The Great White Pointer; jaws open wide the long sleek body, with its light grey hide. Its cavernous mouth; with dagger like teeth, and extremely strong jaws, were all in the deep. It moved with great grace; with a swish of its tail its body was slender; its teeth were like nails. The remains of its dinner; the flesh, blood and gore, were floating nearby as it went back for more. I had to escape; to flee this great terror; The teeth of that shark they were long, thin and slender. I I I I swam to the surface; gulped some air in; climbed in the boat; toppled; unconscious; right there. W. Uther (II) THE DAY I SHRANK Walking to school one morning, I found an object which had a red button on it. As there was no writing to indicate just what it was, I concluded my object was harmless — in fact, it was probably floccinaucinihilipili (worthless trivia). However, I was proved wrong. I put the object in my pocket and proceeded to school. The first period was English so my attention soon drifted away to my little red buttoned object. I took the object out and decided to push the red button. Suddenly an eerie sensation hit me. I could see my teacher apparently getting larger and larger in front of the blackboard which was also enlarging. On glancing around my class, everyone was also growing larger. Panic began at this stage as I continued to shrink. THE TORCH BEARER 159 Suddenly I found myself sitting on top of my desk next to the point of my pencil which looked like a torpedo. Should I hide in my pencil case? I decided this would be my best refuge, but the problem was that I became too confined. Unfortunately that night, the cleaner, whilst I was sleeping, threw my pencil case with me inside it into the rubbish bin. I climbed out of my pencil case in a dazed state and sniffed around for food. On finding a large green object (a grape) I began nibbling eagerly and demolished half of it before feeling replete. After abseiling the garbage tin with the aid of a ruler and some Glad wrap, I fell to the classroom floor. This gave me a terrific jolt, resulting in my being knocked unconscious. I woke sometime later and saw a giant ant staring at me. I was in his nest. The ant interrogated me by asking about my red button. Suddenly recollecting the red buttoned phenomenon, I rapidly compressed it. With an unpremeditated action I was back within the school environment early in the morning, twenty-four hours later. Never again will I concern myself with unlabelled paraphernalia. A. Stuart (II) TO THE GLORY OF MAN? Ever since I migrated, in 1990, from the hustling bustling city streets of New York, birthplace of the mightiest nuclear arsenal in the Western world, to the quiet, sundrenched city of Darwin, Australia, I had been interested in the nuclear war possibility. It was partly because of this that I purchased, via long distance mail-order a single-man, manufactured nuclear fallout shelter. As I shovelled the first clods of 'shelter' earth, I could not help wondering if it was all worthwhile; my friends assured me that the garden looked terrible, and would not grow again for some while, that it was all a waste of time, and that Darwin was the last nuclear bomb site. The city's warm, tropical climate, stilted houses and leisurely pace of life seemed so far away from the tensions of the world. It was impossible to believe there could be anything different. . . Yet I pondered, "Is this city, or even for that matter, Australia, the safe, remote land it is supposed to be? What with its U.S. Military Bases, and its uranium mines — what was really happening? Why was our crude early warning system still maintained?" It was all too soon that I found the answers. The peace talks between the world's leaders, held in Geneva, this time so very vital to world peace, owing to the highly inflamed situation in the Middle East, concerning the U.S. backing of Iraq and Soviet backing of Iran, were to change the course of world history, although in a vastly different manner than expected. A bomb exploded in the foyer of the main meeting hall, instantly killing all present. New, inexperienced men took up the reins. There were accusations and counter-accusations. Australia became involved when a hot-headed backbencher hurled 160 THE TORCH BEARER abuse at a Soviet, until finally, things became hysterical and the doom-laden buttons were pushed. The Bombs were on their way. Only then did the Australian public learn what the U.S. military installations and the uranium mines really were — bomb silos! The closest of which — 'Rum Jungle', was scarcely out of Darwin — the Soviets had to destroy them. The entire population was horrified — to the many shelterless people — this was The End. Pandemonium reigned. I was shattered. Hurriedly, I descended into my chamber. As I sealed off the decontamination unit, I heard the frantic cries and shouts of a dying civilization, and the useless poundings of the "Un-Prudent" . . . alas, there was little anyone could do. I lay down, shut my eyes, waited and hoped. There was a BOOM, and then I blacked out. Awakening several hours later, I discovered the explosion had caused a tremendous earthquake. Man had produced a new element! China lay smashed and strewn on the floor, water was leaking. All clocks had stopped, and a large crack had opened up along the floorboards under a shelf. But I was alive! The blast door was still intact, the escape shaft was still usable and the two geiger counters appeared workable. The cramped living quarters were only five by three metres square, and contained only the barest essentials for life: a large, silver water tank, a gas stove, a flue, a ventilator, a table and chair, a bed, a pantry, a shower, a lavatory, and of course, several green, oxygen-providing plants. The single lamp overhead provided the only illumination, and it was false and very weak. When I put it out the atmosphere was so black, I shuddered. The periscope, I perceived with horror, had been shattered. I now could not see what had become of my old world. Everything was tight, compact. The box's only concession to my former lifestyle were the green plants and my books. It was desperately lonely, frightening, and shut off. Life was hard to adapt to — things were eerie, strange and different. Each night I was plagued with nightmares, only to awake and see some ghastly radioactive figure. It was horrible — oddities lurked around every corner, routines, even values, had to be learnt again. Gloom clouded the emotions, depression dulled the senses. My voice became harsh and croaky from lack of use. I became melancholy — longing for the comforts of a home — so near, yet so far — despondency crept in. My appetite was drowned out by a wave of despair. Again and again the family photos came out, in order to refresh a memory of fading dreams. The isolation became unbearable. At best a trance engulfed me. I lost track of all time. The days climbed slowly on. I had not heard nor seen a human for weeks, and I had forgotten to install my record-player. I knew that for each day more, madness steadily encroached. Each morning I would rise at what I believed to be six, check the geiger counter, cook a small breakfast of canned ham, read till lunch, THE TORCH BEARER 161 heat up some canned soup, then take my daily exercise. Dinner was canned beans — everything was canned, unpalatable and boring — but it kept me alive. Insanity seemed to violate its existing treaties with my brain with each new minute of silence. Energy ebbed slowly away, time merged into nothing. I knew and cared not how long I had been segregated. The only sound was my breathing. Monotony stimulated lethargy and complete inactivity. I wondered what madman had caused the war — but it became too painful. The geiger counter showed 'Safe'. I had to venture outside. The excitement aroused me from my stupor. Beyond lay — desolation or civilization — depression or hope — death or life . . . Nothing. Gone. No vegetation. No colour. The ground, charred, greyed, infertile, the buildings, flattened. Only piles of worthless rubble stared back at me. There was nothing. Anywhere. Not a living creature, not a living thing. I was dumbfounded. I wept with sadness. Was this all to show of Man? Was this the glory of Man? No, but civilization was over. Just then, a cockroach scuttled under my foot. Evolution was on again. We would return. John Lyons (II) AURORA APOCALYPSE The night sky was a cathedral window lit by a rain of light. Ablaze with a thousand shades and hues, the last night was beautiful. Before, auroras had only been seen at the ends of the earth when the earth's magnetic net drew in a spray of the sun's radiation. This energy struck the gases of the upper atmosphere, causing these tenuous wisps to glow themselves. Like neon lights, the sky glowed with colour. Much larger and more brilliant celestial lamps now shone all over the earth. A huge storm of radiation had passed from outside Sol's ring of planets and the harbinger of the tempest, the early drizzle, now played across the globe. For a month now the world has been aware of the approaching sultry cosmic storm. A rain of radiation emitted by an unknown star drifted through the ether. The beam was a pulse of beauty as it travelled past the frozen gas of Pluto. For one night Pluto was a brilliant pulsing star, then it faded away. Just a flicker of glory tinged on the majestic giants of Jupiter and Saturn as the rain raced sunward. Barren Mars lay dead to the vision but the celestial blue orb, the Earth, lay directly in its path. Mankind had detected the cosmic shower with metal slaves that threaded orbits around 'his' Solar System. Voyager gave the first warning as the two wanderers passed outside Neptune. Further 162 THE TORCH BEARER sunward the cloud of probes on more local orbits perceived the pulse with metal eyes and informed their masters and makers. On the surface of the planet telescopes focused on the storm and men peered through lens, duly noting the facts and figures. It was even visible to the naked eye through the pollution, the turbulent sea of air. Night after night the vision grew in splendour from a shimmering blur to a flashing gem of light that humbled the constellations and even the Moon. Days later, nobody would ever know exactly when, the scientists, determined to catalogue and classify this spectre of beauty, realised the true purpose of the storm. It was a shining, beautiful angel of death. Aimed by the unquestionable, the stellar storm would intercept earth as she swung on her solar dance, striking the earth's upper atmosphere. With a brief fusion the Earth would detonate an atmospheric hydrogen bomb as her atmosphere, confronted with the fusing energy of the radiation storm, obeyed the laws of physics. In a massive nuclear holocaust not of his own making, man would be destroyed, along with the rest of his world. I am sitting on a hill watching dawn paint the sky blue for the last time. The deadly aurora retreats from view but behind the sun's screen the buildup of energy is inexorably moving towards the end. It is early morning. By early tomorrow the Earth will perish in a crescendo of light. Today is the last day for all living creation. Nothing will survive. Even the deepest ocean or cave will be devastated by heat, light, radiation and blast. I will have a light breakfast. For the last time I will enjoy the familiar sensations. Everything will be prepared carefully; I intend to miss out on nothing. Putting on old clothes, not dingey ones, but clothes that were my favourite, comfortable clothes, that felt and looked good, I will dress. I will be on my own. Everyone is shocked by the realisation that they will soon be all dead. There is little panic. Nobody can believe the stunning reality. Just thumbing through the bookshelves and record cases will be enough to pass the last hours. For a millenium Man has struggled and striven for the morrow. For a better future writers, warriors, painters, politicians, all dreamers have worked. The next daylight hours are the future that they worked for. I may as well have a final look at the achievements of Man. The present generation is the Omega of civilisation. We are at the peak of culture; all we can do is look back. The final trumpets have silenced the audience. I will touch up my old paintings, go over that piece of music whose perfection just eluded me. The little jobs I lacked the time for are now all I can really do. I have no long-term projects; those final touches can now be made for past jobs. As a final precaution I have secured some sleeping pills. I will doze off to some familiar music or show, surrounding myself with a cocoon of nostalgia. Beyond the grip of reality I will sleep to the end of the world. J. W. Barr (II) THE TORCH BEARER 163 I'M FLYING How would you like to be able to get the best view at a footy match? Or be able to go anywhere on earth? How would you like to be able to fly? Sounds good? Sounds exciting? Well, you're completely wrong, I'm afraid. That's what I thought would be good as well when I talked to a Leprechaun in my backyard this morning. He gave me a wish and do you know that I asked for? To fly. So do you know what he did? He turned me into a Fly! A March Fly. The type of fly that bites and people get pleasure in squashing under their sweaty palms. I think the Leprachaun must have misunderstood me or something. I got even more upset when I found out that the life span of a fly is about two-three days! Then getting chased by some kid with the Mortein didn't help much, either. And now I'm stuck in a spider's web with the giant insect on its way down now. It's just been one of those days, I guess! L. Gram (III) 164 THE TORCH BEARER BOARDING HOUSES BARRY 1986 has been a very interesting year for Barry House. After the eventual settling-in of Mr. Gilchrist as our new Housemaster, the house now seems to be running effeciently. Bruce Connors and his team of House Prefects; Michael Sandilands, Ian Humphris, Jon Bayliss, Michael Owen, Ian Shilling, Sandy Kiss, Charles McDonald, Ben Sampson, and for the first two terms; Michael Taylor and Grant Parker, have succeeded in bringing the House closer together as well as lifting the general morale of the House. The House has been quite successful in many respects this year, both sporting-wise and spiritually. In rowing Ian Shilling was a member of the First Eight, and Bruce Connors the Second Eight. In cricket we had James Smith in the Thirds, Ian Middleton in the Fourths, as well as Steven Kiss in the 16Bs. Barry House also contained some talented basketball players, such as Michael Sandilands, Sean Docker and George Merrett in the Firsts. Dean Sampson also participated in the 16As. Sean Docker successfully went on to play for the G.P.S. Firsts for basketball and he should be congratulated for his effort. In the winter seasons Grant Parker represented the House in the 1st XV, Michael Sandilands in the 2nd XV, Bruce Connors in the 3rd XV and Steve Kiss in the 16As. In soccer, Dean Sampson played well in the 16As and Simon Nott in the 15As. In athletics Adam Heath and Jason Christie represented Shore in the G.P.S. and must be applauded for all the hard work that these dedicated athletes put in in the weeks leading up to the G.P.S. athletics. Overall, 1986 has been a reasonably successful year for Barry House, although at times a few cracks did appear. Our thanks go to Mr. and Mrs. Gilchrist, Mr. Walker, Mr. Kendall, and course the ever caring Matron Kroiter. THE TORCH BEARER 165 HODGES 1986 has been another successful year for Hodges, on the games field, in the music room, on the stage, and of course in the house itself. Under David Conolly and Robert Burgess the house has run very smoothly and house spirit has been high. Robert Burgess was Captain of Boats, and was stroke of the victorious First Eight in the GPS Head of the River. Steve Keir rowed in the First Four, which also won its race, and Ian Frost was cox of the Second Four, which came second. Robert and Steve represented the School in the Kings Cup in Adelaide. Hodges House cricketers were also prominent — John Morgan in the First XI (and selected in the GPS 2nd XI); Jamie Breden in the Second XI; Tim Bloore and Justin Addison in the Third XI; Ant Wiesener in the 16As; James Tonkin in the 14As, and Angus Klem in the 13As. David Conolly (Captain) and Chris Walsh took part in the Swimming Team, and the Surf Life Savers included Peter Galland, who obtained his Bronze Medallion. David Conolly (again!) played Basketball in the First Team, and was selected in the GPS 2nd Team. Desi Robbins and Robert Ditchfield played in the 16As. Completing the Summer Sport rollcall, Hamish Pearce played Tennis in the 15As. The Winter Sport scene saw Hodges House boys figuring prominently. Robert Burgess and David Conolly played in the First XV; Steve Keir, Tim Bloore and Richard Fisher all played in the Fourth XV; and with Richard Wilson and Sam Ditchfield in the 16As, Charlie Klem in the 15As, and Angus Klem and Chris Walsh in the 13As, Hodges could claim to be well represented in the Rugby. In Soccer, Hamish McGregor played in the First XI, and was selected in the Combined Independent Schools Team; Chris Fay played in the Seconds, Tom Nock in the 16As, David Fisher in the 15As and Hamish Pearce in the 14As. Ross Bloore, in Shooting, was the fourth Captain of a School sport from Hodges this year. Greg Kierath shot in the Firsts, Andrew Ditchfield in the Seconds, and Hugh Maslin was a reserve. Hodges House began the Athletics season by winning the School Carnival — well done, the "Vegies"! Tim and Ross Bloore, Steve Keir, Richard Wilson, Sam Ditchfield, Charlie Klem, Robert Ditchfield, David Fisher, James Tonkin, Chris Walsh, Angus Klem and Johnny Maslin all were selected in the GPS Athletics team, and Angus Klem produced the house's best result on the day with a second place in the U13 100 metres Championship. Although these members of the house had success in their A team sport, it should not be forgotten that many other boys took part in games at various levels, and worked hard and gained enjoyment from their activity — these contributed just as much to the overall performance of the house. To show that Hodges is not just a sporting house, we turn now to the school Dramatic Society, where we find Andrew Ditchfield promi- 166 THE TORCH BEARER nent in both the major productions this year — "Our Town" and "Rusty Bugles". He took two very different roles, and showed that he has very great ability. Tom Nock also took part in these plays, and we hope that both will be seen again next year. Hamish Pearce and Robert Ditchfield were active backstage, keeping the new computerised lighting system in step with the action on stage. In music, over one quarter of the house are actively engaged in learning an instrument. Greg Kierath, Ian Frost, Jonathan Burgess and James Tonkin (guitar); Peter Galland and Justin Torr (drums); Andrew Biggart and Richard Gooley (French horn); Ian Randall (flute); Ben Turley (trumpet); and Douglas Ferguson and Andrew Harrington (piano); all these, plus Hamish McGregor, who is playing guitar as part of his HSC, have made good contributions in the growing world of Shore music. This year Hodges was honoured by having five School Prefects or Sub-Prefects in the house. David Conolly and Robert Burgess were made full prefects early in the year, Richard Fisher and Ross Bloore were appointed Sub-Prefects a little later, and Andrew Ditchfield was included in the "first batch" appointees from V Form. Fourteen new boys were welcomed into the house this year. All have settled in well and each has made his unique contribution to the character of the house, whether he be ex-day boy or new to the school. The weekly Fellowship meetings on Thursday nights have continued strongly, and have been a source of strength and inspiration to those who have attended. We are grateful to Mr Jenkins for coming in each week to lead us in our gatherings; it has also been a great pleasure and benefit to share these times with boys from Barry House. A notable occasion in Term II was the visit by Andrew Henderson, who was a member of the successful Australian Everest expedition. His talk, and the slides which he showed, were interesting enough in themselves, but were all the more so in view of our knowledge that he, too, had served his time as an inmate of our establishment when he was at Shore in the early 1970s. Various improvements to the house came in the form of a new Apple computer, which is used primarily for school work, but also for the occasional game! The S.C.E.G.S. Association gave us, and other houses, a set of New World Book encyclopaedias: a gift which was, and is, much appreciated, as the intensive use to which they are put can testify. The house also received a gift of $250 from some English cricketing friends of our Housemaster, which will be put to good use in due course. Finally, thanks must go to all those who assisted in the successful running of the house. Special thanks to Mr and Mrs Whiley, to Mr Morrison, Mr Kendall and Matron King, for all the hard work they do on behalf of the boys. Thanks also to the House Prefects, who have so ably set the right example for the rest of the house to follow. Let us hope that 1987 will continue along the successful lines of 1986. THE TORCH BEARER 167 ROBSON Nineteen eighty-six was a very interesting year for Robson House. It was led by the inimitable Robert Penney who was well supported by vice-captain Hamish Watson and the rest of the sixth form, all of whom were House prefects. The beginning of the year saw sixteen new boys enter the House. The personalities of these new members (especially some of the first formers who although small in body were big in mouth) added a freshness to the tone of the House and made it a more enjoyable place to live. The biggest impression made by a new boy was probably that of David Schmidt who restored the 'rural' image to year eleven. The new year also brought a new and sympathetic ear for the sick and wounded to spill their problems into, in the person of our new matron, Mrs St Claire. "Mate", as she is appropriately nicknamed, has done invaluable service this year even though she has been ruthless to boys trying to "chuck a sickie". We hope that Mrs St Claire will stay with us for many years. Only a few Robson boys have been involved in cultural activities this year. The biggest achievement was that of Hamish Widdis in his performance in Rusty Bugles. Also Alick Osborne must be mentioned for his photographic prowess and presidency of the Photographic Club. In scholastic fields several members of the House have shown considerable ability. The sixth form have led by example in their studies. All boys have applied themselves diligently to their studies, and most have achieved results commensurate with their efforts. This has been Chris Stevenson's particular area of achievement. Sporting achievements were once again prominent in the House. The greatest success was that of Harvey Smith who coxed the eight to a fine victory at the Head of the River. Other achievers in rowing were Angus Waddell and John Cadwallader who were in the second eight and Ben Carter who was in the highly successful first four, which won at the Nepean and finished a creditable second at the Australian rowing championships in Adelaide. Harvey Smith was unfortunately unable to go with the eight to Adelaide, as he was too heavy. Hamish Watson was the cricketing star this year with his bowling and occasional batting performances in the First Eleven. Also in A teams were Jason Ellis, Tim Lyle, Ben Peacocke, and Nick Wansey. Basketball this year was a strong sport in the House. Robert Penney, Michael Crowther and Andrew Campbell turned in good performances in the Seconds, whilst Bruce Dunlop topped the scoring tally in the Thirds. Hamish Lister must also be congratulated for his strong season in the 16As. Long Reef beach has been safer than ever this year under the supervision of our own life-saver Stephen Macpherson, who received the Advanced Resuscitation Certificate. David James and Justin Bracey ably assisted Stephen in protecting the public. 168 THE TORCH BEARER In squash, David James and Adam Smith were both members of the school squash team whic enjoyed numerous successes in second term. Although athletics was undertaken by few members of the House, Jason Ellis, Tim Lyle and Stewart Osborne must be congratulated for their enthusiasm. Tim Lyle did especially well by running at the GPS carnival. The most successful football player in the House was Robert Penney who was halfback for the Second XV. Robert's vast improvement throughout the season (after conversion from hooker) is an example of what hard work and determination can do. Alick Osborne did well in the Third XV as did Stephen Macpherson and John Cadwallader in the Fourth XV. Ben Carter, Andrew Campbell, Jason Ellis, Hugh Scammell, Justin Penney, Tim Lyle, and Bill Baxter also played in A teams. However it is not just the members of A teams who should be mentioned in a House report. For every member, no matter what team he is in, contributes to the School's success every Saturday. Enthusiastic participation in sport has always been a strong point of Robson, and this year was no exception. Once again the boys extend their thanks to our Housemaster, Mr Colebrook and Assistant Housemaster, Mr Gainford. Mr Gainford's hospitality and Mathematics assistance is appreciated by everyone as is his subtle approach to the carrying out of his job. Some may say that it has been a particularly trying year for Mr Colebrook. However he has not faltered in his execution of the role of Housemaster. His consistency has once again kept the House together. Thus eighty-six was a good year for the House, with the enthusiasm that all members showed towards their various activities being the highlight. SCHOOL The year of 1986 has been a very successful year for School House in both the academic and sporting fields. A large part of this success has been initiated by the VI form, who have endeavoured to keep up the moral integrity and the smooth running of the house. David Scambler as house captain has set a very high standard and expected the rest of the house to follow and he was backed up by the vice-captain Sam Peters. The house and vice captain were strongly backed up by a year which set a fine example to their peers and especially the younger boys. Well done to a fine VI form. The sporting achievements this year were spread through all years in the house. David Scambler was in the very successful 1st VIII which was successful at the Head of The River and later at the THE TORCH BEARER 169 Australian Schoolboys Championship Rowing in Adelaide. Sam Peters and Geoff Smith played in the 1st XI cricket. Graeme Grady was the captain of Basketball and he later gained selection in the G.P.S. team. Angus Murchison, the captain of small bore rifle shooting and his brother Mark, along with Murray Bragg, were selected in the school 1st Rifle team, with John Traill being in the 2nds. The House saw a large number of boys competing in the GPS Athletics — they were: Simon Cudmore, Tim Blomfield, Ted Fenwick, Andrew Grady, Mathew McDouall, David Hobson, Mark Murchison, Geoff Smith, Simon Thorpe, and James Boddam-Wetham. As well as performing so well in sport, the academic level of the house has been lifted to a higher standard, which can be credited to hard work from the boys. This year we had Mr. Ian Williams in the house. Ian was a popular figure in the house especially for the younger boys who asked him endless questions about rugby. Ian unfortunately left us half way through second term and he was replaced by Dirk Meinecke, and thanks must go to him and the other assistant housemasters. Mr. Reynolds, Mr. Forrest and Mr. Roberson for their invaluable contributions to the running of the house. Thanks must go also to our irreplaceable Matron Pat Cahill, as her contribution to the house is beyond reproach and is a large factor in determining the running of the house. Thanks again to Pat Cahill for a job done far beyond the limits laid down. Thanks also must go to Mrs. Hatch for the general presentation of the boys as, without her, holes would be evident in uniforms throughout the house. Thanks to two invaluable members of the house. Last but not least is the person responsible for the moral integrity and the productively smooth running of the house. This of course is Mr. Dobb, and we thank him for his efforts and wish him the very best in his marriage. Overall, 1986 has been a very rewarding year and has brought great happiness and fulfilment to all members of the House. We wish School House, with its married housemaster, to be the very best in 1987. 170 THE TORCH BEARER PREPARATORY SCHOOL The second term was a very busy one for the boys of the Preparatory School. Apart from a great deal of work to cover in the classroom, there was the Annual Concert, the J.S.H.A.A. Music Festival, Book Week and a strenuous Rugby programme, all happening around the same time. The Festival of Music in the Town Hall comprised six Primary Schools in a programme of Instrumental and Choir items. Thirty Shore boys joined with boys and girls of the other schools in the Orchestra. They played 'March from "Scipio" ' — G. F. Handel and 'Themes from "Jupiter" ' — G. Hoist. Eighty members of the School Choir, and 5th Grade Movement Group then performed 'The Rhythm of Life' from "Sweet Charity". The reception from the audience was a clear indication of the items' success. Finally the Prep. Choir gathered on stage with five hundred students in The Combined Choir items, to complete a most enjoyable evening. The Concert was proof of the hard work and success of Mrs. Orchard and the visiting music and movement teachers. It also demonstrated the Preparatory School's dramatic improvement in instrumental work. Shortly after the Music Festival, the whole School participated in the Annual Concert. A most varied selection of items was well performed by 3rd to 6th Grade students. Mr. McKaughan, assisted by Mr. Rownes, has trained the Athletics team during August and September. The team, for its size, has had enormous success, and at the time of writing, the Open Relay Team is undefeated after three major Carnivals. There are still many activities to be completed in 1986, including the Christmas Carol Service, Cricket Season and Inter-School Swimming. If the boys and staff approach these activities with the THE TORCH BEARER 171 same enthusiasm that they have all other activities, they are sure to be very successful. This year, for the first time, the Preparatory School will be holding a separate Speech Night. This will be a wonderful way to complete the Prep's Diamond Jubilee Year, and at the same time farewell Mr. Malcolm Howard, after thirty years' dedicated service to the Prep. He will be greatly missed by the boys and staff, and I know everyone wishes him and his wife the very best in retirement. Timothy Rainsford has given great support and assistance to the Preparatory School boys throughout 1986. He has also encouraged many other Senior School Prefects to visit and play with the Prep, boys at lunch time. Everyone associated with the Prep, wishes Timothy all the best in the H.S.C. and for his future. We hope he can find time to visit us next year. D. L. Anderson, M.I.C. Prep. School PURVES HOUSE Matron Bentley took up residence in Purves House in July, and has settled extremely well into the important job of caring for the boarders. I hope her stay at Shore will be enjoyable and long. At the end of the term Purves House farewells Fred Dixon, Jonathan Hyles, Angus Norman, Richard Stone, Justin Szeto, Henry Firth-Smith, Graeme Moffett, Jeff Nuthall and Alexander Robinson. These sixth class boys have demonstrated fine leadership and responsibility to all the younger members of the House, and I wish them the very best of luck in the Senior School. Thanks also to Rod Grivas and Peter Smith for their outstanding care and interest in the boarders, which often extends far beyond regular duties. D. L. Anderson, Purves House Master THE GEORGE SMITH GREENWELL PREPARATORY SCHOOL LIBRARY During the year, several interesting additions have been made to the George Smith Greenwell Memorial Library as well as the usual number of new books. The most striking of them is a new carousel housing our collection of audio tapes. We are grateful to the School leavers of 1960 for their contribution towards this useful addition. Several reading programs have been added to assist both the class reading in 5th and 6th grades and our remedial reading. They are 172 THE TORCH BEARER designed to improve reading skills (in comprehension and speed). The material is so attractively designed that the boys continue to want to read outside their set language time. We have continued to benefit from the Ashtons Book Club. The boys are able to order books of their choice twice per term. For every 10 books ordered, the library receives 1 free book. Mrs. Dawkins and Mrs. Nutt have generously tallied our orders this year, and we thank them for their fine works. Shore Prep hosted the launching of Joan Dalgleish's latest book "Clarence Settles Down" in July this year. Boys and girls from Wenona, St. Aloysius, North Sydney Demonstration School and Loreto joined us in the Playfair Hall for this unique occasion. Joan Dalgleish autographing our school copy of "Clarence Settles Down ". Children's Book Week was celebrated in July and we all "Keyed into Books" — Mrs. Wyles and the library prefects attended the official opening at Bunratty Castle. We lunched with Alan Baillie, whose book "Little Brother" was Highly Commended in this year's Book Awards We were delighted that Patricia Wrightson was awarded the Lady Cutler Award for the person who is considered to have contributed most to children's literature in Australia. Patricia Wrightson also received the prestigious Hans Christian Andersen award 1986 for her writing. THE TORCH BEARER 173 Patricia Wrightson autographs one of her books for , Robson at the official opening of Book Week. During Book Week, Teddy Bears from most families of the Prep visited the library. They took part in competitions to find the oldest, the most loved, the smallest, the happiest and the largest. What a time they all had! What a busy place the library was! On the final day of Book Week, we all took our bears outdoors for a Teddy Bear's Picnic (Mrs. Orchard supplied the music). 174 THE TORCH BEARER Our guest speaker for Book Week was Edgar Pensig, an author of works on Australian Colonial History. Edgar Pensig ~ our Book Week Guest. Another first for the Prep — six members of the North Sydney Bears came and picnicked with us, joined in our Bear games and then presented our bears with their prizes. We do thank Mr. Rownes for organizing this great surprise. Mr. Crouch organized the teachers into a play reading from the greatest Bear Story of all times — "Winnie the Pooh ' to complete our Picnic Day and Book Week. THE TORCH BEARER The largest bear to visit the library. Members of North Sydney "Bears" presenting our bears with their awards. 175 176 THE TORCH BEARER Once again, we thank Mrs. Lynne Robson (our Head Library Mum) and her band of willing helpers for their support during 1986. Our new books arrive on the shelves within a couple of weeks of purchase, thanks to the organisation from the seminar room on Wednesday afternoons. Pamela Wyles, Teacher/Librarian LIBRARIANS 1986 Standing: L. H. M. Soper, N. S. Duke, P. A. Robson, L. B. Gorham, M. Murray, J. H. Watson. Seated: M. R. Bambach, P. P. R. Esplin, Mrs. P. Wyles R Holden J. P. Clare. CRUSADERS A small group of dedicated boys have been regular members of the Preparatory School Crusaders. Each Monday the boys meet in the 3S classroom for singing, games, prayer and Bible teaching A paper plane competition, wrestling, marbles and a treasure hunt have been some of the activities the group have participated in. Chris Meyers, Andrew Winslade and Andrew Prott from the Senior School have ensured a high standard of music and have been excellent in their leadership of the group. We look forward to a Camp early in 1987, and hope to enjoy fine weather for our visit to the Waterworks and the end-of-year barbeque. Peter Smith THE TORCH BEARER 177 Members of the Prep Crusaders, Tim Hewett and Chris Doyle, with their paper planes. ART The Art Club meets every Monday afternoon, and its members include Jeff Nuthall, Lachlan Cottom, Peter Laforest, Matthew McWilliams, James Hardman, Paul Harrington, Jonathan Hyles and Jeremy Anderson, as well as various "transient" members. 178 THE TORCH BEARER ART CLUB 1986 L. to R.: J. J. Anderson, V. P. Harrington, L. E. Cottom, J. B. Hardman, P. S. Laforest, M. J, McWilliams, Mrs. Docker, J. W. T. Hyles J. M. Nuthall. The Club has worked hard all year, producing art work for whole school displays. Oversized keys were made for Book Week, posters were produced for our Book Launch, music equipment was made, and at present boys are working on "creepy, crawly things" for a display at Halloween time. The Travelling Art Exhibition visited our school in Term II, and we were given the chance to see the art work created by children at other schools in the North Sydney Region. Our own boys also contributed to the Exhibition, a selection of work having been chosen earlier in the Term. As Christmas approaches, activities for all classes will be centred on this special time of year. Gifts, decorations, cards, murals and a variety of festive art work will be made. Sue Docker, Art Co-Ordinator THE TORCH BEARER 179 DEBATING This year it was decided to form a debating club, which met on Friday afternoons during second term. This meant that more boys were able to participate in debating, either at inter-school or 'club' level. The inter-school teams each had a successful season despite a couple of extremely 'dodgy' decisions — though the boys learned just how unpredictable debating can be, and their ability to accept adverse decisions was most admirable. The junior team consisted of all Fifth Class boys: David Williams, Matthew Cunningham, Alastair Vincent and Nicholas Chambers. They all debated extremely well, developing their own styles, which complemented each other. Williams became the intellectual, with his high-powered logical opening, Cunningham and Vincent were the 'hit men', with their barrage of examples and good rebuttal, while Chambers was the humorist, and he always had the crowd on his side. Their record of 4 wins and 2 losses was very good. They should develop well next year. The senior team varied throughout the season with Patrick Esplin, Lucan Gorham, Drew Chapman, Michael Murray, Alex Robinson and Chris Bragg all participating as debaters or reserves. They all showed great promise as debaters, forming some very logical arguments, and they were always quick to rebut. The mainstays of the team were Richard Holden and Douglas Parker. Richard Holden was the captain of debating, and certainly the best speaker in the school. He argued extremely well, combining theatre, humour and sheer weight of words to numb his opponents. A tremor of anticipation passed through the audience as they wondered what Richard would say next! Parker also shows great promise as a speaker, and his clearly-worded, logical and humorous speeches always started his side's case well. He handled all that was thrown at him, with great aplomb. The final record was 3-3. Jon Clare, Matthew McWilliams and James Quinlan were the other members of the club, and they too developed as speakers with their own styles. It has been a very enjoyable season. Thanks especially to the mothers for their afternoon teas, which were scrumptious. Debating hasn't finished yet, though. The Quarter competition is being closely fought, and with some Parliamentary debates, more boys will be able to have the chance to "waggle their tongues". R. H. W. Crouch 180 THE TORCH BEARER QUARTER CAPTAINS AND VICE CAPTAINS 1986 Back Row: L. R. J. Maxwell, A. K. Macintosh, H. E. Clayton P P R Esolin Front Row: A. R. Norman, M. R. Dowling. D. L. Anderson Esq J. E. C. Bentivoglio, J. C. Hudson. PREP DEBATING 1986 Back Row: D. Williams, A. R. R. Vincent, L. B. Gorham, C. B. Bragg M. J. S. Cunningham, M. Murray Middle Row: N. M. Chambers, R. T. Holden, R. H. W. Crouch Esq D. G. A. Parker, A. D. Robinson. Front Row: J. J. Quinlan, D. G. L. Chapman, P. P. R. Esplin J P Clare M. J. McWilliams. THE TORCH BEARER 181 MUSIC Most music activities in Term II were in preparation for the J.S.H.A.A. Combined School's Festival held in the Sydney Town Hall on Wednesday evening, 6th August, with many of our students participating. To their credit, all boys in 5th class together with the school choir performed and sang "The Rhythm of Life" which Mrs. Edith Peluso choreographed for a cast of some 90 boys — no small feat!! Our choristers were part of a massed choir of about 300 voices, singing a two-part arrangement of "The Great Muppet Caper", and singing the descants in the other two choral items "Les Bicyclettes de Belsize" and "Let There Be Peace On Earth". Both descants were particularly high, extending the treble voice well into the head range, and it was very exciting and demanding for the boys being able to cope with the demands of this type of singing. Twenty-three instrumentalists played in the large combined orchestra of 110 players, conducted by Miss Karen North from Grammar, Edgecliff. Many hours of rehearsal at school and at Grammar resulted in a very high standard of orchestral playing. The concert opened with a brass fanfare played by ten of our trumpeters and a boy from Barker, accompanied on the Town Hall organ by Mr. Fox. Our own school concert was less than a week later. A group of musicians from the ensembles in 6th class combined into a "combo", with a little help from Mr. Howard and Mr. Crouch, and as well as rehearsing for the Festival, had also managed to attend weekly rehearsals throughout the term to learn the difficult music of "The Rhythm of Life". The concert finished with the whole school singing, accompanied by the now well-established "Hemi-Demi-Semi-Quavers", and even if the performance was not note perfect, the enthusiasm of the biased "parental" audience who hand-clapped the "Hemis' " solo rendition, reflected the enjoyment of the occasion! This term, 6th class are presenting a workshop in the Chapel. The programme will feature all the various instrumental groups, as well as "The Hemis" performing some classical music: "The Award of the Prefects" by W. Reed. The programme also gives the opportunity for some boys to play a solo, either a capella, or accompanied by the organ. Some boys donate as much time to their music practice, as to their homework, resulting in some quite outstanding music making, and it is important to give these boys opportunities to perform to an audience. Special mention must be made of Michael Franklin on clarinet, Michael Bambach on guitar, the pianist Richard Mullen and trumpeter Andrew Macintosh, all of whom have excelled this year, and who have inspired many younger boys with their example and musicianship. 182 THE TORCH BEARER The choir is preparing for the traditional Carol Service at the end of term, and will also be giving a concert at The Uniting Church, Roseville, in November. This year a prize has been established for music in the Prep School, endowed in memory of Mr. J. F. E. Monckton. It will be known as "The J. F. E. Monckton Memorial Prize For Music" (Prep School), and will be awarded to the boy who contributes most to the music of the Prep School by his leadership, examples and participation in musical activities. I would like to thank all the visiting teachers for the work they have done with the boys this year, culminating in some very good ensemble and solo performances in the Chapel workshop. Two members of the Prep staff have given many hours of rehearsal time playing in the band — Mr. Crouch playing electric guitar (much to the boys' delight) and Mr. Howard playing saxophone. The band originated from Mr. Howard's suggestion that a group of instrumentalists play at the 1985 school concert, and his love of jazz has prompted many a "jam session" in the music room. He arranged and rehearsed the well-known song "La Vie en Rose", by Louiguy, with Andrew Macintosh playing trumpet and Michael Franklin playing clarinet, the trio performed the last item in the Chapel workshop. It was a thrill to hear and see them playing together, and I know it will be a fond memory for the many boys and parents in the audience. On this note, I extend on behalf of the many prep boys and staff our gratitude to Mr. Howard for his considerable contribution over many years towards the development of music in the school. M. N. Orchard PRACTICE-A-THON 50 boys participated in the Practice-a-thon (and handed their money in!), doing a total of 185 hours of practice over 10 days, thereby raising $642.05 for the Malcolm Sargent Cancer Fund for Children. I think this is a quite remarkable achievement, and the boys are to be congratulated on their outstanding efforts. Boys who were outstanding were:— 6M Mullen 8% hours in 10 days Macintosh 7 hours in 10 days Soper 6 hours in 10 days Duke 51/2 hours in 10 days McKay 5 hours in 10 days Orr 5 hours in 10 days THE TORCH BEARER 183 5H Cunningham 71/2 hours in 10 days Vincent 6 hours in 10 days 6D Bambach 6 hours in 10 days 51/2 hours in •10 days Bragg Franklin 5 hours in 10 days 3S Black 5 hours in 10 days Hemming 5 hours in 10 days Shannon 4V2 hours in "10 days 4C Hawkins 5 hours in 10 days Park 4 hours in 10 days 4 hours in 10 days 5R Pollitt Breakdown of Class efforts:— 6M 13 boys did 551A hours 6D 17 boys did 57V2 hours 5H 5 boys did 20% hours 5R 5 boys did 14% hours 4C 7 boys did 22V4 hours 3S 3 boys did 14Vz hours Well done, boys ! PREP SCHOOL CONCERT — GLITTER AND GLAMOUR TRIUMPH AGAIN The annual concert was held this year on Tuesday, 12th August. Preparations were interrupted with the combined Schools' Concert only the week before, but, as always, the boys put it all together on the night to produce a very enjoyable evening. As the lights went down, on strode the choir to open the night by singing an 'Opening ditty' written specially for the occasion. As they cleared the stage, on came 3S, dressed in a variety of costumes from many fairy tales. A storyteller managed to confuse all the stories, and pigs, dogs, mice, bears, little Rainbow Riding Hood, Goldilocks and a wolf moved all over the place! "Who Stole Ayers Rock?" from 5R was on next. This had many fast one-liners which were delivered well by the boys. The narrator, who doubled as a TV set and radio station, was very good. No sooner had the lights gone down when 6M appeared in a mime to "My Old Man's a Dustman". Jeremy Anderson was particularly good as the eccentric dustman who looks as if he'd make a real union leader! It was all very fast-paced and breezy, full of colour and fun. "The Elephant's Child," starring 4C, was on next. The boys combined acting, singing and dancing very well to produce a colourful, 184 THE TORCH BEARER bright musical. The head-dresses that they'd made in Art looked excellent, and the singing was particularly good for young boys, and the whole show finished off the first half well "The Elephant's Child" Mr. McKaughan and some 6th class boys opened the second half with a strong display of vaulting and gymnastics. With Dire Straits and Bruce Springsteen providing the background music, the boys whipped through a series of spectacular vaults. 5H appeared next in a rendition of the "Pied Piper" The costumes in this were particularly well put together and the narrator and actors carried off their parts very well. - u , , T h e ? h 0 S t Of t h e B i l l a b o n g " . or how A. B. Paterson came to write Waltzing Matilda" was put on by 6D. Again, the costuming was very good and many of the audience joined in the hearty rendition of Waltzing Matilda". And so to the Finale. The band struck up, 5th class went through their movement routine and the choir and school sang up a storm as The Rhythm of Life" was brought to life. A fabulous ending Perhaps the most pleasing part of the concert, apart from the terrific costumes and make-up, was seeing every boy involved in his own class item. So, thanks to the make-up ladies, the audience and of course the staff and boys for putting on another fun concert ' THE TORCH BEARER 185 A scene from the Pied Piper A member of the "Hemi-Demi-Semi quavers" strikes up the "Rhythm of Life". 186 THE TORCH BEARER What a cannon! FORT DENISON On a nice sunny Tuesday Mr. Rownes, Mrs. Wyles and 5R went to Fort Denison. We caught the train to Wynyard station and then stretched our legs with a walk to Circular Quay. On the way we stopped at Herald Square. Mrs. Wyles told us to try and count all the hidden brass creatures. Mr. Rownes went to the Maritime Services Board to get a permit for us to land on Fort Denison. When Mr, Rownes walked back, we set off to the wharf. After a while, we boarded the boat. Our tour guide was Miss Day. When the ferry arrived at Fort Denison we were told that convicts were not sent to live on the island; only two were ever sent there. We saw lots of cannons, lamps and equipment used on the island. The two convicts who were sent to the island were fed on only bread and water, hence their guts became pinched. All because they stole a piece of cake. Every day at one o'clock a cannon is fired. When we had finished we went back to Circular Quay and then went to the Botanical Gardens and had lunch. We walked to Mrs. Macquarie's Chair and had some fun sliding down the grassy slopes while we waited to hear the one o'clock cannon. Finally we caught the train back to school. Hugh Edwards-Neil, 5R THE TORCH BEARER 187 ORIGINAL WORKS STRANDED We were sailing along then suddenly a storm came up and all the other pirates ran down the stairs and got in their bunks. While two pirates were controlling the boat, a big wave swept up and pulled a pirate over into the water. He felt a bit of sand. He pulled himself up onto a rock away from the water. Then he went to sleep. The next morning, when he woke up, he saw his old enemy, Cut-throat Jake, and then they saw a ship in sight. They were safe. Sandy Mitchelhill, 3S ROCKS REPORT On Tuesday at 9 o'clock we set off for the Rocks. We started to walk to the Harbour Bridge when it rained. We walked up some stairs and went to the station and caught the train to Wynyard. When we were there we gave the tickets and went through. We walked through the City and saw old houses and broken windows. On the way we passed the oldest toilet in Sydney. It did smell a lot. After that we went on a bridge and did some work. I dropped my book in the mud. We walked along the Argyle Cut under a bridge built by convicts, and we went into the Garrison Church which was very old. Next, we walked up some steep stairs to a park where Mr. Smith said we could have morning tea. There was a cannon there and he took some photos of us sitting on it. We passed the Argyle Art Centre which used to be old stores. We saw some more old places then we walked back to school across the Harbour Bridge. Tim Hewett, 3S MY LIFE AS A GOLF BALL Well, it started when I got packed into a box and into a truck, then in no time I was in a shop. The ball on my right named Pete was nice and his number was 4. My number was 9. Two weeks was up and I still was in the shop until a little boy came and bought me. The next day I was on a golf course. "Look out". The boy called it a tee. 1,2,3 oooooooooch!!! My bottom hurt. Next thing I knew I was coming to a pond. I skimmed the top of the water and just made it to the other side. I rolled into some long grass. The grass was nearly as tall as the boy. He would never fine me in here. After a few hours it started to get dark. I heard lots of strange noises, like crickets and things. Something jumped over me. It was a grasshopper. I looked up and in the sky was bright sparkling stars all over. I then went to sleep. When I woke up it was morning. At about 8 o'clock a man came towards me and picked 188 THE TORCH BEARER me up and put me on another tee. "Golf ball, look out". 1,2,3, oooooooooch, that hurt more than last time. Then next thing I knew I was heading towards a bird, but just missed it. I started to go down, I hit the roof of the Golf Club and went into the gutter. One hour later a man got me down and he put me into a big bucket which was full of other golf balls, and there I made lots of friends. Jeremy Black, 3S SPACE I had just woken up when I heard the warning alarm sound. I got dressed and quickly walked to the bridge. We were approaching an Asteroid belt. Just then my friend called, "Come here. We have a problem". I dashed down the stairs and saw Mat frantically turning dials and pushing buttons. "I can't do anything", he said. "We're heading for an Asteroid. "I've put full force field on. All we can do is hope that it is enough to hold the ship together". A few minutes later a big bang sounded and we had hit it. We were spinning through space. When it stopped, we found out that we were right out in the middle of space. We could see a planet. It was the reddest thing I had ever seen. We pulled in closer to get a better look. Then we felt a jerk and we were gradually pulled down. We landed safely but when we looked out, we saw a giant hawke fly away. We were in the land of the giants. I was really scared. We got out and hid, then we heard footsteps and we saw a frightening sight. It was an ugly giant with a nose as big as an elephant's. Mat smelt something and went to the ship. We just rounded the corner when we saw a baby playing with our ship, then she went inside a house. We ran after her and we managed to get under the door. We saw our ship on the table. We waited till it was dark, then we climbed up. Our ship was in perfect condition so we set off. We were hovering over the table when the light went on. It was the mother. I pushed the throttle in full burst. We got out the window and flew into space, but something pulled us down. We opened the top laser and shot beams onto the planet. Then it stopped. Stuart Kingsmill, 4C GHOST CASTLE Jack Glass, P.I. was in his office sipping coffee when the phone rang, "Brinng, Brinng". Jack answered it. "Hello. Jack Glass at your service. What do you want?" "Jack", said a shrill voice. "Yes". "[ live near a huge castle by myself and every night I hear strange noises. Do you think you could check it?" "O.K. What's your address?" "49 Glen Road, Glensville". "O.K. I'll be right over". THE TORCH BEARER 189 Jack slammed down the receiver. "Glensville", he exclaimed. "That's miles away". Jack got packed. He packed mainly warm clothes, but he also packed a sleeping bag, a high powered Magnum 44 with a holster and ammunition and also a torch. After lunch Jack headed off to Glensville in his Ferrari GTO. After a long uneventful trip Jack arrived in Glensville. He found Glen Road and he drove to number 49. After he parked the car he went and knocked on the mahogony door. As soon as he knocked on the door the front of the cottage fell down, revealing a huge castle. "Gosh, I didn't know I could knock that hard", said Jack, staring at his knuckles. Just then a voice said, "Come in". It was the same shrill voice he had heard earlier. Jack went in, but he could see nothing. Just then Jack received a hard blow to the forehead. Jack was knocked unconscious. When Jack woke, blood was streaming down his forehead. Jack looked around him. He was in a dungeon made of sandstone. Just then Jack heard footsteps behind him. He whirled around gripping his Magnum 44. "Bam, Bam" went his gun. Then he heard a "Thump" but he saw nothing. "Oh well", said Jack and he ran out a door. Just in front of him was a figure. Jack pulled the trigger. "Click". "Oh, no! Run out of ammo. Now what'll I do?" he said. Jack ran at the figure and punched him in the gut. The figure didn't flinch, but Jack's fist rebounded and hit himself in the face. The figure darted off. Jack found another door and went through it. He came out in broad daylight. "Oh, good. I'm out at last". Suddenly it became dark and Jack fell down a trapdoor. He landed in a river of blood. It swept him downstream. Jack hit a rock and was knocked unconscious. When he came round he found himself in a sewer. He was so weak he could barely call for help. Someone heard his call and fished him out. Jack was rushed to hospital with severe cuts and fractures. Jack was in a wheelchair for the rest of his life. Chris Doyle, 4C JONO AND DANO'S BREAKFAST NEWSFLASH Heavy winds began about 6.30 p.m. Later, hurricane warnings were posted. At about 8.30, residents of the island knew they were in for some serious weather. By this time the lighthouse was damaged and two fishing boats were overturned. Fortunately, all men were able to drag their boats to shore. However, one fisherman was knocked unconscious and was rescued by a friend, who later collapsed from exhaustion. Both men were hospitalized. This is the worst hurricane ever for the Island. N. Chambers, 5R THE TORCH BEARER 190 PURVES HOUSE, 1986. WHY WE SHOULDN'T BAN FIREWORKS The reason we shouldn't ban fireworks is because it's unfair that sensible people should suffer because of the silly people who burn and injure themselves when all the sensible people use them sensibly. The fact is that the silly people should suffer, not the sensible people. Fireworks give a great deal of pleasure to a number of people, especially children who think it's very exciting. It is a very good way to celebrate the Queen's birthday. Organisations raise money for charities by having fireworks displays. With so many good reasons for continuing to have fireworks, the action of a few silly people shouldn't stop us from using them, so why should we ban them? Richard Wenden, 4C STICKY BEAK, THE TALE OF A WOODPECKER It was dawn. The sun's rays were searching every nook and cranny in the English woodlands for any creature too lazy to get up on such a fine morning. In a tree far away from the clip-clop of horses' hooves and the chants of busy people selling wares in London, lived a woodpecker. Everyone knows a woodpecker pecks wood not for the fun of it but to find insects to eat, but not this one. He had found a different use for his beak. When he was pecking on a tree he was not usually looking for food, but making a hole in the bark so he could hear THE TORCH BEARER 191 the conversation of insects under it. Once he had overheard Mrs. Earwig saying to herself she wanted to go away, (she really said she wanted to have a life of her own one day, but the woodpecker heard it wrong because the hole he was listening through wasn't made properly) and he went and told the forest and got himself into heaps of trouble. On the whole, everyone was trying to think of a way to get rid of the woodpecker, but no one had had a good enough idea till one day... The Queen Bee spoke up. "I have an Idea". The idea was that the whole hive of bees would lure the woodpecker to a tree in the forest with a hole in it filled with honey (their honey was like super glue disguised) and because he was so curious he would naturally stick his beak into the hole, and the honey would stick it together so he could no longer tell the whole forest what he had heard. The animals agreed on the idea and it was to be performed the next day. When the bees found the woodpecker the next day he was busily trying to knock down Miss Praying Mantis's door to see if it was painted green on the other side. The bees started flying round the tree crying to each other, "Come on, come on, it is time for the new Queen's wedding". Then they flew away towards the chosen tree. The woodpecker, anxious to find out what all the fuss was about, flew after them. The bees reached the tree and instead of going in, they went around behind it, but to the woodpecker, (he was still far away) it seemed they were inside it. He reached the tree and stuck his beak down inside the hole in the tree, and of course it got covered with honey. The woodpecker tried to open his beak to lick off the honey but it stuck fast. Mumbling in anger, he flew away to a tree and started pecking, this time trying to get his beak open. He wasn't in luck, because it only opened when he found some food, and of course when he shut his mouth to swallow it, the honey stuck it together again. It was out of his own foolishness, but it gave him his nickname (which served two purposes) . . . STICKY BEAK! Hugh Watson, 4C SUMMARY OF REPORT TO THE DUKE OF BRUNSWICK DATED THIS THIRTEENTH DAY OF SEPTEMBER, 1352 Dear Lord and Master, Ten years ago it was reported that a man who called himself the Pied Piper of Hamelin, and was dressed in a red and yellow suit, came to the town of Hamelin near the River Weser in the district of Brunswick. The town was having a plague of rats. It is reported that he promised the Mayor to take away all the rats for a fee of a thousand guilders. The Mayor did not think it was possible, but he said to try. The Pied Piper then went out into the streets and started piping on his pipe, and surprisingly, all the rats came out of the houses and followed 192 THE TORCH BEARER him as he walked towards the River Weser, and then they all ran into the River Weser. But when he got back to the Mayor and asked for his money the Mayor replied that he did not have the money, and that he would only give him 50. The piper was mad about that so he piped again and all the children ran after him into a door in a mountain and were never seen again except for a lame boy who was not quick enough. Investigations at the local school and in files, found a diary with records of an unusual event. It had a piece of machinery drawn. It was an egg-type shape with four legs holding it off the ground. Underneath the drawing was a message saying, "Ship from the stars, going on it tomorrow". Later when I was walking around the school I found the same kind of picture on a toilet door. Immediately I suspected that a ship from the stars must have landed somewhere around the district and I was correct. I found a burnt patch of grass and a bit of tree was burnt as well, and part of the fence was singed in the park. The lame boy, who is now 20 years of age, reported that a strange object had come down and landed in the park, and that one very funny looking person had got out of the object and the boy saw him talking to the Mayor. Since the same man is still the Mayor, an interview was sought with him. I met the Mayor at his luxurious palace and asked what really happened. He replied by stating the same story that I told you at the very beginning of this report. I then told him that I have evidence that a mysterious object had landed and that he had made a deal with the driver of the object, which was that if the Mayor gave the driver all the children in the town in exchange the driver would give the Mayor 10 million guilders. The deal came off and I have come to the conclusion that all the children taken away populate the planet of Mars, except one, the boy who could not get up the ladder into the object, because of the Mayor's greed. Cameron MacKellar, 5H PERFECT RECALL It was a crisp evening in 2015 when I walked into the Glen Mohr Hotel at Inverness. I had just spent a glorious day on the steep and craggy hills wandering with the black-faced sheep. I had been trying to catch a glimpse of the Loch Ness Monster which hadn't been seen since 1995. I walked into the lounge room and ordered a glass of sherry. I sat down and sank into a huge feather-filled armchair. The fire was glowing in the hearth as I closed my eyes and began to recall an evening spent with my family in this hotel 30 years ago when I was 10. I remember the walls of the dining room, where we had our dinner, were the palest pink silk wallpaper. The framed pictures had had scenes of Scottish clans — men fighting in battles such as the THE TORCH BEARER . 193 Jacobite Rising of 1745. The carpet had been a cream colour without a mark. The mahogany tables had starched, snow white tablecloths on them and the chairs were covered in pink velvet. The wine glasses hadn't a grease mark or speck of dust on them at all. They were so clear that they might not have been on the table. The chandelier light fittings had glittered like night stars in the sky and dazzled me. The waiter who had served us had a black suit on and his hair had a white parting in it. I could see the greasy comb tracks which looked like train tracks running through his hair. My dinner was ready on the table, sending up scrumptious smells of baked potato, poached salmon and beans. Words woke me out of my doze. "Sir, to your table?" "Yes, sure". I was shown into the dining room and I gazed around me. Everything was the same and the waiter looked exactly the same except 30 years older. I sat down and ate my dinner. I couldn't believe it. I finished my dinner and went outside. I looked at the hotel name and noticed that it was blue instead of light green. It was the only thing that had changed! Matthew Cunningham, 5H BIG AL STRIKES AGAIN "Geez it's hot. I'd say it's about 40°C. What a stinker!" "Yeah, I'll say. Hate to be Jim on a day like today, looking for that bank robber". Scchhrreechh. "Hey look! It's Jim with a suspect". Jim brought the suspect into the room. I walked over to the table and sat down opposite him. I asked him, "Where were you last night?" He replied, "At home watching 'Neighbours' ". I thought to myself, "Yes that would be right. He watched 'Neighbours' till 7.30 p.m. then that gave him 2 hours to get ready and then an hour to get there and rob the bank". I asked him, "What were you doing at 10.00 p.m.?" He answered, "Sleeping". "What a load of rubbish!" I thought. He was wide awake at 10.00 p.m. and I could tell because he had dark circles under his eyes, and on his joggers there was grass and on his socks and corduroys there was dirt. Obviously he had been running through grass, and there is grass around the bank, and a lot too. So I asked him, "Do you have a car?" He answered, "No, I'm on the dole. I can't even afford a shaver". Hardly. The bank had gold blocks in it. No man by himself could carry 50 blocks of gold before the police came, so he must have had a car. I asked the fool, "Did you shave last night?" He said "Yes!" This man must be nervous or guilty because he just said he didn't have a shaver, and besides, the fool had a 5 o'clock shadow. I read this story until he pleaded guilty. He asked me, "How did you know?" I answered, "Perfect recall". Alastair Vincent, 5H 194 THE TORCH BEARER 195 THE TORCH BEARER M c 6 -ff> 1 196 THE TORCH BEARER Hamish Collingwood — Boots, Ashley McGlynn, Alex Kennedy and Nicholas Austin all ready to kill. DEATH After life is dreaded death, After your last gasping breath. You either go to heaven or hell, Unfortunately only time will tell. Hell — below earth's dark crust, Heaven — way above the mortal dust. Hunter Jamieson, 6D SABOTAGE A sound came from the bush. The night was eerie and silent. The sentry's attention was focussed on the now still bush. Slowly he walked over towards the bush, but he was blocked by an American veteran. The Vet blew the sentry's head apart with rapid fire of his machine gun. The now manguiated body of the sentry was lying dead on the icy cold ground. The killer entered the dark gloomy gate of the Vietnamese camp. He gave a signal and four men came from the forest, equipped with guns, grenades and explosives. They walked some distance before coming to a bolted door. One of the Americans took out a tool kit and opened the door. Another Vet threw a grenade into the room. The explosion was answered by a swarm of bullets, killing two Vets. Another grenade was thrown into the room and blood and guts went for a spin. They ran in, took the keys 197 THE TORCH BEARER : » t • •!*• 3S pirates ready to attack. and freed the captives. Sounds of running footsteps echoed from the hall. The Americans and the prisoners ran for their lives. One of them stayed behind, to hold the soldiers behing, but in vain. The Americans ran deep into the forest. They were free. They made camp for the night. At about 12 at night, an army popped out of the forest and slaughtered all of the Americans. All the hard work and effort came to an end. Justin Szeto, 6D THE BRIGHT LIGHT I was floating up near the ceiling. There was a very dim light in the room and I was looking down at my own body. I was very still and I couldn't work out why. I felt myself drifting away, and I was being drawn towards a tunnel. There were lots of people floating through this tunnel. Finally at the end I saw a bright yellow light. This must be Heaven, I thought. However, I hadn't finished my life on earth yet. I turned around and as I looked back I saw the dim light where the hospital bed was. I slowed down to a standstill. I slowly started floating backwards and further backwards until I could feel myself drifting back into the hospital and slowly seeping into my body. All my relatives were standing around me and were crying. I opened my eyes and said, "What's wrong?" "We thought we had lost you", they replied. Andrew Partridge, 6D 198 THE TORCH BEARER THE ANCESTOR WHO RETURNED It was dead of night at the old Manor of London. A thin mist drifted slowly from the old river that surrounded the old house. Inside, the Manor was still. An eerie silence was in the nice clear air of the spacious rooms with their heavy antique furniture and pictures of long-dead knights and ladies who had once been owners of the Manor. One such painting was of Sir Richard Oblong. It had just recently been hung up after his death a year ago. The moon shone eerily on his eyes. He was a tall man, with a thin face and a peaked beard. His dark hair was brushed back from a high, narrow forehead and his dark hard looking eyes glowed with life. On his shoulder stood a strong-eyed eagle. Upstairs slept Sir Richard's heir and nephew, Sir Francis Oblong. So deep was the silence that he was aware of it even in his sleep. Presently he was awoken from his dreams by a now familiar but , strange sound. He lay in bed thinking about what the sound may be, then suddenly he jumped out of bed, threw aside his bedclothes and '< put on his silk dressing gown. He walked out into the hall and looked over the stairway, not knowing that behind him crept the butler, who too had been awoken by the same noise that Sir Francis had heard, so they both went to bed. The next day the butler worked out a plan to find out what the noise was, so when he had finished, it was 7.30 p.m. His plan was to hide in the Library. While he was hiding the noise happened again, then slowly the butler crept out from behind the chair. Then he saw a black eagle tapping on the wall. He jumped out at it and turned on the lights. There was nothing there. Just then Sir Francis came in. "What on earth is going on in here?" he said. "There was an eagle over there", replied the butler. Then Sir Francis picked up something off the floor. His hand turned red! He shrieked and then gave a massive jump and then he was dead! Not long after, the rightful owner of the Manor moved in and from then on the Manor was never haunted again. David Dickson, 6D THE CHANGE My camel staggered on through the sandy desert. I muttered to myself, "I hate these Jews". Then suddenly a bright light covered the whole sky and made me fall off my old donkey, Timothy. I swallowed a mouthful of sand, I could not see, then a deep voice came from nowhere, "Why are you persecuting me?" I said back, "Who is the Lord I am speaking to?" Then the voice said, "It is Jesus, son of the Great God". "What is it you want, my Lord?" I said. "You will go to a house in Damascus where you will find a man named Ananias, then he will give you instructions". "Yes, my Lord", I said. THE TORCH BEARER 199 6D's reward for a year's hard work — their "Peas Picnic" at Clark Park. My helpers guided me to Damascus where we found a small house that stood out from the rest. I sensed this was the one. I went in, where I saw a man praying. I sat down and said, "My name is Saul". He then said, "My son, I had a dream about you last night. You are the one". Then my eyes started to fizz up and my sight and strength returned, and that, my son, is how I started to believe in the Father Almighty. James McKay, 6M THE BOY OF VANDYKE He entered the school as white as a light, As scared as a mouse on his first hunting night, Everything seemed crimson and a touch vandyke, But as he looked closer the colours were bright, The buildings were brown and the trees were sap green, And the children were playing on a park of light green, He looked at the sky that was a bright blue dye, And the sun on his face made him look greyish white, The classroom was yellow with walls of glowing light; But he didn't notice this as he watched a purple pipe, He found his teacher and showed him the pipe, So the teacher called him the man of Vandyke. A. Macintosh, 6M 200 THE TORCH BEARER THE FOREST Deep in the forest, lots of sounds to be heard, A sweet little sparrow, how peaceful he purred. His soft little wings don't make a sound, As he carefully lands on a grassy mound. A small fluffy rabbit pounces quickly by, And a fox follows looking evil and sly. A fish jumps within the tranquil lake, A smile forms on a fisherman's weary face. Each blade of grass sways with the wind, And many sounds are produced from within. This icy wind blows through the trees, And many leaves fly away with the breeze. I leave the forest unfortunately now, But memories through my mind will always plough. M. Murray, 6M A PLACE IN MY MIND Flowers grow before my eyes, Flossy clouds fall from the skies, As they fall through coloured bars, They break up into tiny stars. Underwater, fish leave trails that glow, Which later change to ice and snow. Schools of fish leap up high, Catching stars in their eyes. The water hardens and turns into grass, The tiny fish becoming flowers of glass. Their icy trails become patches of snow, As warm sunshine forces the snow to go. Lush green trees grow up high, Towering in the purple sky. Large birds and small birds circle around, And softly descend to the ground. G. Drew, 6M THE TORCH BEARER 201 RUGBY The 1986 Rugby season was one of mixed fortunes for all teams. The following table of statistics indicates that there was not the same degree of depth as last year. However, it must always be considered that Shore plays in the top division and is thus competing against schools of significantly greater numbers. Nevertheless, there was a high level of enthusiasm throughout the season and many gains were made, thanks to this and the impressive levels of coaching available in all age groups. Further changes were made to the style of Mini Rugby played in the Under 10s and it would appear that a satisfactory formula has now been reached. Certainly it promotes a more stable scrum and also, with the introduction of line-outs, helps to introduce a wider range of experience in preparation for 15-a-side. The standard of refereeing was again high and it was particularly comforting to have the services of Mr. David Moffett, a Sydney grade referee, to handle the majority of 1st XV matches. Plenty of excitement was also gained from this year's Quarter Rugby Competition in which Baker followed their good efforts in 1985 by winning again. PREP CAPTAINS OF SPORTS 1986 M. T. McKaughan, Esq., J. H. Watson (Swimming), A. R. Norman (Cricket), A. A. Blake (Tennis), D. B. MacPherson (Athletics), M. R. Dowling (Rugby), R. T. Holden (Debating), D. L. Anderson, Esq. 202 THE TORCH BEARER PREPARATORY SCHOOL RUGBY STATISTICS 1986 Team 1st XV 2nd XV 11AXV 11BXV 11CXV 11DXV P 10 8 11 9 8 1 W 3 3 5 2 2 1 D 2 1 — 2 — — L 5 4 6 5 6 — PF 66 51 108 58 50 0 PA 67 72 113 214 248 56 Totals 47 16 5 26 333 770 MINI RUGBY: 10-a-side (points given as number of 1tries) PF PA P D L team w 10AX 10BX 10CX 10DX Totals 8 10 9 5 32 1 4 1 1 1 6 5 8 5 26 38 18 1 38 28 73 51 6 2 24 83 190 QUARTER RUGBY — FINAL POINTS TABLE 8 pts — Baker, 6 pts — Davies, 5 pts — Hall, 5 pts — Linton 1ST XV TEAM: M. DOWLING (c), P. ESPLIN (vc), J. NUTHALL, M. FRANKLIN, J. ANDERSON, A. SHARPE, A. MACINTOSH, L. MAXWELL, A. NORMAN, S. MACLENNAN, J. BENTIVOGLIO, D. DICKSON, D. MACPHERSON, J. HUDSON, G. MOFFETT. This year's team is an excellent example to many younger boys in proving that it is possible to reach the top level in the school no matter where a boy begins his career. The range of experience stretched from never having played the game before in the ranks of the 11Cs, to one player who had been a district representative. It was thus an interesting exercise in producing a cohesive group of boys that would work well as a team. The task was definitely simplified by the fact that the many personalities involved jelled together very smoothly. The team was captained most effectively and maturely by M. Dowling. He played a vita! role in the inside backs, interchanging between five-eighth and inside centre depending on the circumstances of each game. His level of skill, anticipation and reading of the game were very suited to such a role and he handled it most competently. The rest of the backs gained in confidence as the season progressed although defence out wide was often a bit of a worry. S. Maclennan provided good service from the base of the scrum and was very courageous in cover defence. The two centres, J. Bentivoglio and D. Dickson, both enjoyed running with the ball and were quite strong off the mark. D. MacPherson frequently showed his pace by finding a little room to move on one wing and J. Hudson, although a little THE TORCH BEARER 203 inconsistent, began to overcome his tentativeness on the other side of the field. Unfortunately, G. Moffett, at fullback, did not have many opportunities to play an attacking role, but his sense of positional play developed well during the season as did his commitment under pressure. The 'engine room' contained a group of very hard-working individuals whose aggression strengthened more with each game. P. Esplin led the pack well through his diligent attitude to hard work, and his two supports, J. Nuthall and M. Franklin, showed a good deal of power in close skirmishes. J. Anderson and A. Sharpe proved a mobile and energetic pair of second rowers and A. Macintosh was always prepared to run with the ball from lock. L. Maxwell was never very far from the ball, frequently being the first to the breakdown, and A. Norman did a lot of clearing up. Both proved a complementary pair of breakaways. All games played throughout the season were, on the whole, very close contests and it is hard to single out any one performance. However, the win against Scots and the two narrow defeats at the hands of Waverley and St. Aloysius must rate as the toughest matches. The boys worked particularly well together and one feels confident that both their skill level and understanding of the game have developed well during the season. Certainly the winter did not pass without much enjoyment. One now looks forward to following their progress in the Senior School. 2ND XV The 2nd XV enjoyed a most successful season. As a team, both at training and on the field, they exhibited enthusiasm and a willingness to give of their best at all times. They displayed qualities befitting a more senior team and this attitude is a credit to all who participated in the team. The players who comprised the second XV were: Tim Wenden at fullback, who was always safe, and kicked some vital goals; Triston King, a very hard-running winger; Justin Szeto, admired for his copybook defence on the wing, which stopped many opposition attacks; James Watson, a safe and reliable winger. As well, in the centres Rory Kennard was always steady, while Antony Blake was a strong runner with the rare ability to off-load passes, when held in a tackle. Nicholas Hamley was an inspiration with his high work rate and outstanding defence at five-eighth. Nicholas Dawkins proved to be a sharp and elusive halfback. Jamie Prior improved throughout the season, playing lock at second row, and displaying much potential. Michael Murray also alternated between lock and second row, and played with consistency. William Grice, as Captain, displayed the qualities required of such a position. He and Richard Mullen were outstanding breakaways, covering an enormous amount of ground during a game. Cameron Tonkin and Alex Robinson were steady 204 THE TORCH BEARER workers in the second row. Richard Stone and Drew Chapman were sound, as the two props, whilst Simon Wunderlich was a most energetic hooker. The creditable efforts this season, which included some stirring victories, were a tribute to all the players. J. Rownes •HI PREP 1ST XV 1986 Back Row: M. L. Franklin, J. M. Nuthall, A. K. Macintosh. Middle Row: G. B. Moffett, D. B. MacPherson, A. J. C. Sharpe, J. J. Anderson, D. K. Dickson, L. R. J. Maxwell. Front Row: J. C. Hudson, A. R. Norman, M. R. Dowling (c), M. T. McKaughan, Esq., P. P. R. Esplin, J. E. C. Bentivoglio, S. A. Maclennan. 11AXV TEAM MEMBERS WERE: J. QUINLAN, M. LITTLE (vc), M. NUTT, A. VINCENT, J. NORTON, M. CUNNINGHAM, N. FAY, C. MACKELLAR, D. TERRY, S. ADAMS, S. TODMAN, H. CLAYTON, J. RANDLE, M. BAMBACH, D. GILDER (c). The 11 As were a very competitive team and provided excellent opposition to all the sides they played. The forwards were a spirited group of players, who delivered excellent ball to the backs. Exciting wins were recorded against Grammar — Edgecliff, Aloysius, Tudor House, Pittwater and Canberra Grammar School. The side should provide a very sound basis for next year's Prep 1st XV, as the majority of the players will be in sixth grade next year. THE TORCH BEARER 205 11B XV TEAM MEMBERS WERE: D. DETTMANN, J. AUSTIN, M. BENNETT, A. HUGHES, A. WILLS, N. OATES, J. McKAY, A. TYREE, A. WADE, J. WOOD, H. JAMIESON (c), S. HOLT, A. COATES, C. BRAGG, D. PARKER, D. HESSION, N. CHAMBERS. The 11Bs were an inexperienced side, finding positional play in attack and defence difficult. Individuals did develop some improved basic skills throughout the season, but the team did not perform as an aggressive unit in general play. 11C, 11D XVs The U11 C/D Football Group completed an enjoyable season, winning two of its eight matches. In addition to U11 players, the group also included, with the approval of our opponents, a small number of boys of the U12 group not required for the 1st and 2nd XV. Selection policy throughout the season was to select a nucleus of key players and then to ring the changes amongst other boys. All members of the group played early in the season, while later the resources of the group were fully taxed to put both an U11C XV and an U11D XV in the field. The frequent changes in selection to some extent hindered team development, but this was more than compensated for by the playing opportunities given to all boys. Richard Holden, the captain and pivot of the side, was a sensible leader, and provided continuity; Lachlan Soper, the vice-captain, was a sturdy pack-leader. Matthew McWilliams hooked well and John Hyles, Lachlan Cottom, William Deer, Drew Chapman and Paul Harrington were all players who tried hard in general play. Of the backs, Andrew Christmas was a source of strength at halfback and Adrian Wolfe made a number of penetrating runs from his fullback position. Peter Laforest ran hard in the backs, while Ben Carr and Hamish Henderson pluckily filled a number of positions. The U11C/D Group allowed all boys in the Prep to play in school matches and thus widen their experience and enjoyment of the game. M. Howard 10A, 10B XVs The U10 As and Bs had a mildly successful but very enjoyable season. Many boys were playing rugby for the first time and they demonstrated both good skills and a willingness to learn. The As were captained by Hamish Pollitt, who also led by example until he was sidelined with injury. George Day was very strong and aggressive in the rucks and mauls, while Gaius Gorham, James Freeman, Simon Holt and Cameron Hawkins showed plenty of speed and ability in the loose play. The A backs were a very quick group. Richard Terry developed well as a halfback, while Andrew Tyrrell, Tom McKay, Chris Doyle and Duncan Tonkin all showed great speed and determination. The team's 206 THE TORCH BEARER major problem was its lack of experience, and as only one game was lost by more than two tries, they should do very well in future years. The Bs had a more successful season, scoring some very fine wins, particularly against Trinity and St. Aloysius. David Burke led the team from the front, always leading the charge into the rucks and mauls. The other B forwards, Alex Smith, Shaun Alexander, Matthew Stephen and Nicholas Woodman were very strong in defence and started to develop their forward skills quite well. The B backs, Hamish Rollason, Stephen Park, Dylan Connell, Stuart Kingsmill, Nicholas Kernaghan and David Adler all showed good handling and defensive skills. They too lacked in sophistication, but they all have great potential, which should be realised in future years. All in all, it was a very happy season. My thanks to all the parents for their support, particularly Mr. Doyle, who gave up his Wednesday afternoons to help coach the boys, and of course to the boys themselves for their willingness to learn, and excellent team spirit. R. H. W. Crouch 10C, 10D XVs The enthusiasm and dedication shown by the players was impressive. Few games were won during the season, yet all players remained keen to play each Saturday. The 10C team was led in an extremely enthusiastic and committed manner by Hugh Watson. Throughout each game he tackled and ran tirelessly. The forwards in the squad showed tremendous progress in their understanding of the game as the season developed. Hunter, Sutton, McClelland, Robson, Atkinson, Payne, Lotz, Edwards-Neil and Wenden had opportunities to experience different positions in the scrum. Strength and rucking-mauling skills showed vast improvement during the season. Kelly played halfback in the Ds and was a constant threat to the opposition. Babington joined the squad late in the season and showed potential as an inside back. Needham, Phoon, Burridge, Christie, A. Robinson, H. Robinson and Amm filled the outside back positions. Congratulations to both teams for their constant desire to improve despite the regular losses. P. Smith THE TORCH BEARER 207 ATHLETICS This year's Athletic Season proved to be very successful in a number of ways. Following another exciting School Carnival at the end of Term II, the Athletics Team represented the school in four invitation carnivals at the beginning of Term III. The results in all these carnivals were most satisfying and all boys can take credit for the standard and the spirit with which they competed. There were a number of outstanding individual performances too. These included the efforts of the Captain of Athletics, D. MacPherson, who won every Open Long Jump he contested, as well as setting three new school records. J. Anderson produced a memorable run at St. Aloysius to set a new school record in the 1500 metres. D. Dickson also set a record in the Open Shot Put at our School Carnival. The Open 4 x 100 metre relay team experienced a fine season as well, winning four out of the five races contested, only to be beaten by a metre by Scots at Northbridge. Many boys had the opportunity to be part of the team and all should be pleased with their efforts: these were just some of the highlights. D. MacPherson did a splendid job as Captain this year. He performed to a very high standard in all the varied events he competed in at invitation carnivals and gave plenty of support to the younger team members, as did all the senior boys. The whole school, apart from third class, was fully involved in a comprehensive programme of Athletics Standards held on sports afternoons during the first four weeks of Term III. This was again a success, making all boys active in a variety of physical activities, always trying to improve their own achievements. This programme culminated with a cross country run for each age group. The Under 10 group ran over a slightly shorter distance than the Under 11 and Open groups. Placings were as follows: Under 10: 1st G. Gorham (6 m 17 sec), 2nd C. Doyle, 3rd S. Park. Under 11: 1st D. Gilder (7 m 25 sec), 2nd M. Bambach, 3rd M. Little. Open: 1st N. Dawkins (7 m 08 sec), 2nd J. Anderson, 3rd D. Dickson. The season, as is always the case, was far too short but tremendously enjoyable. Sincere thanks are extended to parents for their help with morning teas, official duties and transport to the Barker mid week carnival, to senior boys for their invaluable assistance at Northbridge, and to staff for their help and support during heats and at the carnivals. Separate reports and results for each carnival follow as well as an updated list of records. 208 THE TORCH BEARER Members of the Athletic Team • Prep School Athletics Team, 1986. . THE TORCH BEARER 209 SHORE PREPARATORY ATHLETICS CARNIVAL This year's school carnival was held at Northbridge on Wednesday, 13th August. It had originally been planned for the previous Saturday, but due to the terrible weather had to be postponed. Unfortunately, this meant that only a limited number of parents were able to attend. On account of there being a larger number of boys in the lower age groups than in previous years, it was decided to increase the number of Under 9 events to also include 75 metres, 800 metres, High Jump, Long Jump, Shot Put and a 4 x 100 metre Quarter Relay. This brought them more in line with the other age groups and therefore gave a greater number of boys the opportunity to compete. Once again the standard of competition was high and even at this early stage of the season, three new records were set. These were all in the Open age group where David MacPherson jumped 4.78 metres in the Long Jump and ran 15.43 seconds in the 80 metres Hurdles. The third record was set by David Dickson in the Shot Put with a throw of 9.54 metres. All three were quite substantial improvements on the previous records. Although the Open was the only age group to show marked changes, there were very creditable performances at all levels and in all events. Special congratulations should go to the various Age Champions and Runners-Up, all of whom took part in a large number of individual events. Having to hold the Carnival mid-week meant that there were not sufficient numbers of little brothers and sisters to run their races, but we were still able to provide plenty of light entertainment with the three-legged races. With most Dads at the office, this meant involving Mothers, Staff, Prefects and even other boys! The Quarter Tug O' War produced two enthralling battles; firstly between Davies and Linton for third place, and then between Baker and Hall contesting first and second. The final events were the 4 x 100 metres Quarter Relays, and although there was confusion with some of the younger boys beforehand, they were made to look quite proficient after seeing the Staff Relay team run! At the conclusion of the Carnival, Mrs. MacPherson, as mother of the Captain of Athletics, presented the cups and medallions. The prize winners are listed in the table of results following this report. Sincere thanks should be extended to all Officials and Mothers who assisted in making the Carnival a success. No. 1 2 11 12 11 9 10 12 9 10 11 12 9 9 10 10 11 11 12 12 9 Event High Jump High Jump Long Jump Shot Put High Jump Shot Put Shot Put Long Jump Long Jump Long Jump Shot Put High Jump 200 metres 200 metres 200 metres 200 metres 200 metres 200 metres 200 metres 200 metres 80m Hurdles A A A A A A A A A A B A B A B A B A A A. Wills (L) D. Dickson (B) D. Gilder (B) T. McKay (B) A. Tyrrell (H) D. MacPherson (H) I McKay (B) H. Watson (D) A. Vincent (D) D. MacPherson (H) J. Shannon (B) T. McKay (B) H. Watson (D) C. Doyle (L) M. Bambach (D) S. Adams (D) A. Wolfe (B) M. Dowling (B) T. McKay (B) M. Bambach (D) D. MacPherson (H) S. Maclennan-(L) N. Austin (L) G. Gorham (D) M. Dowling (B) J. Shannon (B) A. Tyrrell (H) D. Terry (L) M. Dowling (B) A. Mitchelhill (L) S. Mitchelhill (L) C. Hunter (H) A. Tyrrell (H) A. Coates (D) C. Bragg (D) J. Hardman (L) D. MacPherson (H) J. Armati (H) D. Burke (B) = S. Alexander (B) D. Gilder (B) M. Dowling (B) J. Hudson (L) B. Williams (B) M. Stephen (D) J. Anderson (B) M. Davis (L) G. Gorham (D) S. Adams (D) W. Grice (H) S. Holt (L) J. Armati (H) G. Gorham (D) S. Park (L) J. McKay (B) D. Gilder (B) J. Anderson (B) G. Moffett (D) J. Shannon (B) o Time/Dist. 1.03m 1.15m 4.05m 9.54m Record 1.24m 6.53m 6.92m 4.94m Record 3.70m 3.47m 8.27m 1.30m 34.13 31.77 33.07 31.06 32.18 30.29 31.65 29.37 18.61 X m o O 33 X DO EARER 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 Age 9 10 PREPARATORY SCHOOL ATHLETICS CARNIVAL HELD ON WEDNESDAY, 13TH AUGUST, 1986 FULL TABLE OF RESULTS 3rd 2nd Div. 1st T. McKay (B) J. Shannon (B) A B. Williams (B) S. Kingsmill (H) = G. Gorham (D) J. Freeman (B) A 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 10 11 12 9 10 11 12 9 9 80m Hurdles 80m Hurdles 80m Hurdles 800m 800m 800m 800m Hurdles 100m 100m A A A A A A A B A G. Gorham (D) J. McKay (B) D. MacPherson (H) S. Mitchelhill (L) C. Doyle (L) D. Gilder (B) N. Dawkins (L) J. Black (D) T. McKay (B) S. Park (L) J. Hudson (L) M. Dowling (B) J. Armati (H) S. Park (L) A. Wills (L) G. Moffett (D) J. Shannon (B) M. Davis (L) 31 32 33 10 10 11 100m 100m 100m A A A A. Hughes (H) C. Doyle (L) A. Wills (L) C. Hunter (H) A. Tyrrell (H) A. Coates (D) 34 35 36 37 38 39 11 12 12 9 100m 100m 100m A A A A S. Adams (D) J. Hardman (L) D. MacPherson (H) T. McKay (B) C. Bragg (D) T. King (H) M. Dowling (B) S. Mitchelhill (L) 75m Brothers and Sisters Fm. 3 Class Races 9 10 11 12 400m 400m 400m 400m A A A A P. S. C. D. G. Robson Mitchelhill (L) Doyle (L) Gilder (B) Moffett (D) T. McKay (B) S. Park (L) D. Parker (H) S. Wunderlich (L) 17.97 18.42 15.42 Record 2.52.76 2.51.72 2.43.04 2.33.84 16.83 16.03 16.04 14.99 15.53 15.09 15.62 14.26 11.91 H. Firth-Smith 18.50 17.46 15.87 16.07 J. A. J. J. 75.40 74.60 72.41 70.80 N. Austin Fm. 4 !\l. Woodman Fm. 5 A. Wade Fm. 6 H. Jamieson 40 41 42 43 H. Pollitt (D) D. Gilder (B) S. Wunderlich (L) M. Davis (L) D. Burke (B) M. Bambach (D) J. Anderson (B) S. Holt (L) S. Mitchelhill (L) D. Connell (L) R. Terry (B) S. Park (L) S. Todman (H) M. Bambach (D) D. Gilder (B) J. Watson (D) G. Moffett (D) D. Conneil (L) Black (D) Hughes (H) Hudson (L) Anderson (B) X rn 3J O X 03 m 33 > m 33 No. 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 Age 10 11 12 9 10 11 12 Event Quarter Tug-o-War 3-Legged Races 1500m 1500m 1500m 4 x 100m 4 x 100m 4 x 100m 4 x 100m Invitation Div. 1st Baker 2nd 3rd Hall Davies Time/Di — A A A Relay Relay Relay Relay Relay C. Doyle (L) D. Gilder (B) N. Dawkins (L) Linton Baker Davies Baker School Staff Age Champions Under 9 — Champion: T. A. McKay 50 pts Runner-Up: S. W. Mitchelhill 27 pts Under 10 — Champion: C. M. Doyle 35 pts Runner-Up: G. G. Gorham 27 pts Quarter Championship: 1st — Baker 251 pts 2nd - Linton 224 pts G. Gorham (D) M. Little (D) J. Anderson (B) Baker Hall Linton Hall S. Park (L) S. Maclennan (L) G. Moffett (D) Hall Davies Hall Linton 5.32.40 5.26.80 5.14.40 67.85 65.55 62.13 60.75 57.78 Under 11 — Champion: D. J. Gilder 40 pts Runner-Up: S. G. Adams 17 pts Under 12 — Champion: D. B. MacPherson 38 pts Runner-Up: M. R. Dowling 30 pts 3rd - Davies 170.5 pts 4th - Hall 145.5 pts m O 23 O I CD m > m ID THE TORCH BEARER 213 S.G.S. EDGECLIFF PREPARATORY SCHOOL 1986 INVITATION 4 x 100m RELAY Somehow, during the build-up to the School Concert, time was found for David MacPherson (c), Matthew Dowling, David Dickson and James Randle to represent the school at this annual event held on the last Tuesday of Term II. The team was not highly confident of successfully defending the cup that had been held by Shore for the last two years. They would be competing against strong opposition from Scots, Waverley, Grammar, Cranbrook and Coogee, and had had precious little baton-changing practice. Nevertheless, all changes were very good and the boys were able to hold off a determined challenge from Scots to retain the cup for another year. Their winning time was a very creditable 56.45 sees. Following the event, visiting boys and staff were treated to lunch. Thanks are extended to Grammar for inviting us to compete and for their marvellous hospitality. 214 THE TORCH BEARER SCOTS PREPARATORY SCHOOL INVITATION ATHLETICS CARNIVAL On a warm, sunny Saturday, 13th September, Shore went to Scots Athletics Carnival. There were nine schools competing: Trinity, Grammar, Mosman Prep., S.C.E.G.S. Redlands, Newington, St. Aloysius, Coogee, Scots and Shore. Shore had a very successful day overall with 15 firsts, 18 seconds and 9 thirds, which added up to a pleasing 42 placings out of 77 events. Shore had tough competition with Grammar, Scots, Trinity and Newington, but Shore showed their ability in the relays, with two firsts and two seconds to end a very pleasant day. D. MacPherson, 6M Age 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 Event Long Jump 100m 100m 100m 100m 100m High Jump 400m 200m 200m 200m 800m 4 x 100m Relay 11 11 11 11 11 11 12 100m 100m 200m 200m 200m 200m 6 x 100m Relay 10 10 10 10 10 10 100m 100m 100m 400m 200m 200m RESULTS Div. Shore Placings D. MacPherson, 1st; 4.38m E N. Hamley, 3rd D D. Dickson, 1st; 14.48 sec. C G. Moffett, 3rd B M. Dowling, 1st; 14.04 sec. A D. MacPherson, 2nd D. MacPherson, 2nd B S. Wunderlich, 2nd D D. Dickson, 1st; 30.3 sec. C G. Moffett, 1st; 31.5 sec. A M. Dowling, 1st; 29.2 sec. A N. Dawkins, 1st; 2m 31.5 sec. J. Anderson, 3rd G. Moffett D. Dickson M. Dowling D. MacPherson, 1st; 57.6 sec. F S. Maclennan, 3rd E J. Hudson, 3rd F A. Wills, 2nd E J. Hudson, 3rd D D. Gilder, 3rd B S. Adams, 3rd S. Adams, J. Hudson S. Maclennan, D. Gilder C. Bragg, J. Randle, 2nd F S. Alexander, 2nd B A. Tyrrell, 1st; 14.65 sec. A C. Doyle, 2nd B S. Park, 2nd E L. Babington, 3rd D S. Alexander, 1st; 32.3 sec. THE TORCH BEARER 215 10 10 10 200m 200m 6 x 100m Relay B A 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 100m 100m 100m 100m 70m 70m 70m 70m 70m 70m 6 x 100m Relay E D C A F E D C B A A. Tyrrell, 1st; 31.2 sec. C. Doyle, 2nd A. Tyrrell, D. Tonkin S. Alexander, J. Freeman S. Park, C. Doyle 2nd J. Armati, 2nd D. Connell, 1st; 15.86 sec. S. Mitchelhill, 1st; 15.82 sec. T. McKay, 2nd B. Williams, 2nd J. Armati, 2nd D. Connell, 2nd S. Mitchelhill, 1st; 11.0 sec. M. Davis, 2nd T. McKay, 2nd M. Davis, B. Williams D. Connell, J. Armati S. Mitchelhill, T. McKay, 1st 1m 34.5 sec. ST. ALOYSIUS PREPARATORY SCHOOL INVITATION ATHLETICS CARNIVAL On Saturday, 20th September, the Shore team travelled to Willoughby to compete in the annual Invitation Carnival. Out of the 75 events entered, Shore gained 32 places. In the Under 9s and 10s, we gained 2 firsts, 11 seconds and 4 thirds, the firsts coming from G. Doyle and S. Park. In the Under 11s and Opens, we gained 7 firsts, 3 seconds and 5 thirds, the firsts coming from D. MacPherson, M. Dowling, N. Dawkins, J. Anderson, D. Gilder and a spectacular Open Relay. D. MacPherson, 6M Age 12 12 12 12 12 12 Event 100m 100m 200m 200m 800m 1500m 12 12 12 High Jump Long Jump 4 x 100m Relay RESULTS Shore Placings Div N. Dawkins, 3rd 5 2 M. Dowling, 1st; 14.42 sec. 4 D. Dickson, 1st; 30.69 sec. 1 M. Dowling, 3rd; 29.9 sec. N. Dawkins, 1st; 2m 35.0 sec. J. Anderson, 1st; 4m 57.0 sec, Record D. MacPherson, 3rd D. MacPherson, 1st; 4m52cm G. Moffett, D. Dickson M. Dowling, D. MacPherson, 1st; 57.95 sec. 216 THE TORCH BEARER 11 11 11 11 11 11 100m 200m 200m 200m 800m 4 x 100m Relay 2 6 4 3 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 9 9 9 9 100m 100m 100m 100m 100m 200m 200m 200m 200m 200m 400m 400m 400m 5 4 3 2 1 6 4 3 2 1 3 2 1 1 3 2 1 75m 100m . 100m 100m S. Adams, 2nd A. Wills, 3rd J. Hudson, 2nd C. Bragg, 3rd D. Gilder, 1st; 2m 38.86 sec. S. Adams, J. Hudson C. Bragg, J. Randle, 2nd S. Alexander, 2nd D. Tonkin, 2nd S. Park, 2nd C. Doyle, 1st; 14.9 sec. A. Tyrrell, 2nd D. Tonkin, 2nd S. Alexander, 2nd S. Park, 2nd A. Tyrrell, 2nd C. Doyle, 3rd A. Tyrrell, 2nd S. Park, 1st; 74.0 sec. C. Doyle, 3rd T. McKay, 2nd D. Connell, 3rd S. Mitchelhill, 2nd I McKay, 3rd SHORE PREPARATORY SCHOOL INVITATION ATHLETICS CARNIVAL On a hot, sunny Saturday, 27th September, Shore hosted the Athletics Carnival at Northbridge. Shore's team competed extremely well against tough opposition from Scots, Knox, St. Aloysius, Grammar and Trinity. Of the 82 events entered, Shore gained 47 places: 14 firsts, 17 seconds, 16 thirds. D. MacPherson, 6M Age 12 Event 100m 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 100m 100m 100m 200m 200m 200m 200m 800m 1500m RESULTS Div. Shore Placings 6 A. Wolfe, 1st; 14.73 sec. G. Moffett, 2nd 4 N. Dawkins, 2nd 2 M. Dowling, 1st; 14.10 sec. 1 D. MacPherson, 3rd 4 D. MacPherson, 2nd 3 G. Moffett, 3rd 2 D. Dickson, 2nd 1 M. Dowling, 3rd 1 N. Dawkins, 2nd 1 J. Anderson, 1st; 5m 11.81 sec. THE TORCH BEARER 217 12 12 80m Hurdles 80m Hurdles 12 Long Jump 12 12 High Jump 4 x 100m Relay 11 11 11 11 11 11 12 12 100m 100m 200m 400m 800m 1500m Shot Put 4 x 100m Relay 2 1 4 3 1 1 10 100m 5 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 100m 100m 100m 200m 200m 200m 200m 400m 4 2 1 5 4 3 1 3 10 80m Hurdles 1 M. Dowling, 3rd D. MacPherson, 1st; 15.02 sec, Record D. MacPherson, 1st; 4m 71cm M. Dowling, 2nd D. MacPherson, 1st; 1.42m N. Dawkins, D. Dickson M. Dowling, D. MacPherson, 2nd J. Randle, 3rd S. Adams, 3rd C. Bragg, 1st; 30.20 sec. J. Hudson, 3rd D. Gilder, 2nd A. Wills, 3rd S. Todman, 2nd S. Adams, C. Bragg J. Hudson, J. Randle, 2nd S. Alexander, 1st; 15.35 sec. M. Derbidge, 3rd S. Park, 2nd A. Tyrrell, 2nd C. Doyle, 1st; 14.54 sec. S. Alexander, 1st; 31.17 sec. D. Tonkin, 1st; 31.02 sec. S. Park, 2nd C. Doyle, 2nd H. Watson, D. Tonkin, 1st; 73.25 sec. G. Gorham, 3rd 2 1 SCHOOL INVITATION ATHLETICS BARKER PREPARATORY CARNIVAL On Friday, 3rd October, Shore travelled to Barker to compete in the Annual Barker Invitation Athletics Carnival. Overall, out of the 70 events, Shore gained 42 placings, with 10 firsts, 12 seconds and 20 thirds. D. MacPherson, 6M RESULTS Age Open Open Open Open Open Open Open Event 100m 100m 100m 100m 100m 200m 400m Div. E D C B A A B Shore Placings A. Wolfe, 2nd N. Dawkins, 2nd D. Dickson, 3rd M. Dowling, 1st; 14.28 sec. D. MacPherson, 1st; 14.06 sec M. Dowling, 3rd G. Moffett, 3rd THE TORCH BEARER Open Open Open Open Open Open Open 1500m 1500m 60m Hurdle 60m Hurdle Long Jump High Jump 4 x 100m Relay A C B A 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 100m 200m 800m 60m Hurdle Long Jump High Jump 4 x 100m Relay A D A A 10 10 10 10 10 10 100m 100m 100m 100m 100m 200m E D C B A E J. Anderson, 1st=; 5m 12.04 sec. S. Wunderlich, 3rd M. Dowling, 2nd D. MacPherson, 1st; 10.60 sec M. Dowling, 1st; 4.01m D. MacPherson, 2nd N. Dawkins, D. Dickson M. Dowling, D. MacPherson, 1st; 56.47 sec. S. Adams, 1st; 14.1 sec. C. Bragg, 3rd D. Gilder, 3rd J. Hudson, 3rd M. Bambach, 1st; 4.01 sec. S. Maclennan, 1st=; 1.25m S. Adams, C. Bragg J. Hudson, J. Randle, 3rd S. Alexander, 3rd D. Tonkin, 2nd S. Park, 3rd A. Tyrrell, 3rd C. Doyle, 2nd S. Park, 3rd THE TORCH BEARER 10 10 10 10 10 10 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 219 200m 200m 200m 400m 400m High Jump D C A C B 75m 75m 75m D C A E C B E D C 4 3 2 1 2 1 100m 100m 100m 200m 200m 200m 100m 100m 100m 100m 200m 200m Long Jump High Jump Shot Put 4 x 100m A. Tyrrell, 3rd S. Alexander, 3rd C. Doyle, 3rd C. Tonkin, 1st; 73.66 sec. S. Park, 2nd G. Gorham, 2nd= D. Connell, 3rd M. Davis, 2nd T. McKay, 3rd J. Armati, 3rd M. Davis, 2nd S. Mitchelhill, 2nd J. Armati, 3rd D. Connell, 3rd S. Mitchelhill, 2nd S. Mitchelhill, 2nd D. Connell, 3rd M. Davis, 3rd= T. McKay, 1st; 15.1 sec. M. Davis, 3rd T. McKay, 2nd T. McKay, 2nd J. Shannon, 3rd T. McKay, 3rd M. Davis, D. Connell S. Mitchelhill, T. McKay, 3rd S.C.E.G.S. PREPARATORY ATHLETICS RECORDS The following are the Athletics Records as they were at the end of the 1986 Athletics Season. Quarter Time Year T. A. McKay A. J. Sharp L. B. Gorham J. Storey S. W. Mitchelhill G. G. Gorham J. W. A. Shannon I A. McKay T. A. McKay Baker Linton Davies Davies Linton Davies Baker Baker Baker Linton 11.91 14.95 31.30 74.1 2.52.76 18.22 1mO3cm 3m70cm 6m53cm 67.85 1986 1983 1984 1981 1986 1985 1986 1986 1986 1986 A. J. Sharp A. J. Sharp J. M. Rodger Linton Linton Linton 14.10 29.21 69.0 1984 1984 1979 UNDER 9 75m 100m 200m 400m 800m 80m Hurdles High Jump Long Jump Shot Put Relay 4 x 100m UNDER 10 100m 200m 400m 220 800m 1500m 80m Hurdles High Jump Long Jump Shot Put Relay 4 x 100m UNDER 11 100m 200m 400m 800m 1500m 80m Hurdles High Jump Long Jump Shot Put Relay 4 x 100m UNDER 12 100m 200m 400m 800m 1500m 80m Hurdles High Jump Long Jump Shot Put Relay 4 x 100m THE TORCH BEARER N. N. D. A. D. S. E. Johnston E. Johnston B. Sevier J. Sharp B. MacPherson J. M. King Hall Hall Linton Linton Hall Linton Hall 2.30.66 5.15.80 16.12 1m23cm 4m27cm 7m23cm 61.40 1984 1984 1982 1984 1984 1984 1984 N. N. P. N. N. S. G. S. A. T. Taylor T. Taylor J. McCook E. Johnston E. Johnston A. Cribb D. Parker A. Cribb L. R. Flakelar Davies Davies Hall Hall Hall Hall Baker Hall Hall Linton 13.6 27.94 64.0 2.26.6 5.01.54 15.4 1m43cm 4m50cm 10m40cm 58.02 1982 1982 1980 1985 1985 1985 1984 1985 1984 1977 Linton Davies Linton Linton Baker Hall Linton Hall Baker Linton 13.36 27.65 62.9 2.21.3 4.57.82 15.02 1m45cm 4m94cm 9m54cm 56.9 1980 1983 1978 1978 1986 1986 1985 1986 1986 1977 S. F. Cudmore N. T. Taylor D. G. B. Cobcroft D. G. B. Cobcroft J. J. Anderson D. B. MacPherson E. R. Turner D. B. MacPherson D. K. Dickson TENNIS TOURNAMENT The School tennis championship was held earlier this term. Sixty boys from all classes entered the knockout competition. The matches were generally very close, and the tension grew as the finals approached. The final eight boys, Matthew Dowling, Antony Blake, Andrew Macintosh, Tim Wenden, Simon Todman, Lachlan Maxwell, Richard Mullen and James Bentivoglio all demonstrated their abilities in the tightly fought quarter-finals. The semi-finals saw some brilliant tennis, with many long rallies and classy shots. Eventually, Matthew Dowling and Andrew Macintosh survived to make the final. This match was watched by the whole school, and played in the true spirit of the game. After an exhausting hour on the court, Matthew Dowling beat off a fight-back by Andrew Macintosh 6-3. He now holds the tennis shield again, having won it as a fifth-class boy last year. R. H. W. Crouch THE TORCH BEARER 221 OLD BOYS NOTES MINUTES OF THE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING OF THE S.C.E.G.S. OLD BOYS UNION HELD AT THE PLAYFAIR HALL AT 6.00 PM ON FRIDAY THE 25TH JULY, 1986 PRESENT: MR P. J. DICKSON (in the Chair) and approximately 54 members. APOLOGIES: Apologies were received from J. Stowe, R. Cockle, A. D. Warden, M. J. Swinburn, F. Reinkert, N. Sutherland, Judge Cameron-Smith, B. Morse, R. M. Blanshard, J. Sedgwick and M Roger. MINUTES: It was resolved that the Minutes of the Annual General Meeting held on the 26th July, 1985 be taken as read and signed as a correct record. ANNUAL REPORT: It was resolved that the Annual Report and Balance Sheet as circulated be adopted. ELECTION OF OFFICE BEARERS: The Chairman confirmed that there were 14 nominations for the 12 vacancies on the Committee and it would therefore be necessary to have a ballot to elect the 12 Committee members. The Chairman confirmed, however, that as there was only one nomination for each of the executive positions, those candidates nominated were deemed elected. Those so deemed to be elected are: President: P. J. Dickson. Vice-Presidents: R. C. Gowing, D. D. Walker, K. J. Roberts. Hon-Secretary: A. J. D. Roberts. Assist. Hon-Secretary: S. D. McCann. Hon-Treasurer: A. D. Warden. Assist. Hon-Treasurer: T. R. Philp. Torch Bearer Rep.: T. R. Kierath. Country Rep.: B. R. Morse. 222 THE TORCH BEARER The Chairman confirmed that Mr T. R. Philp had stepped down from the position of Honorary Treasurer after a period of 12 years and the Chairman expressed the meeting's thanks to him for his years of service. Reverting again to the election of the Committee Members the Chairman confirmed how pleased he was at the interest being shown by members. He indicated in the past that we had endeavoured to obtain a spread of Committee Members through the various age groups of the general membership as well as retaining some members with experience from prior years and he requested that the members bear that in mind when voting. The Chairman went on to confirm that Article 23 of the Constitution provides, "The meeting may, subject to these Articles, Regulated to proceedings". The Chairman therefore moved that a ballot paper be distributed to each member present on which are listed the 14 persons nominated and showing those who are retiring Committee Members, their proposers and years of attendance at school. The Chairman proposed that each member should delete two names and then return the papers to the scrutineers. Mr. T. Philp seconded the motion which was put to the meeting and passed. The Chairman then moved that Mr Fraser Old and Mr G. Vaughan be appointed scrutineers. Mr R. Gowing seconded the motion which was put to the meeting and passed. The Chairman then requested members to exercise their votes by deleting 2 names from the list on the Ballot paper which had been distributed to them as they entered the meeting. GENERAL BUSINESS AND APPOINTMENT OF HONORARY AUDITOR: The Chairman requested that we move to the matters of general business while the votes were being counted. The Chairman announced that the Honorary Auditor, Mr Lawford Richardson had asked that he be relieved from this position. The Chairman expressed the meeting's thanks to Mr Richardson for the many years in which he had acted in the capacity as Honorary Auditor. The Chairman proposed that Mr Michael Roger be appointed Honorary Auditor. This was seconded by Mr T. Philp and passed unanimously. Mr Bruce Sherrington asked if any consideration had been given to reducing the number of Committee Members. Chairman responded that it was his experience that the present number were desirable to share the work load through sub-committees who then reported back to the Committee and it was not proposed at this stage to reduce the number serving on the Committee. Mr K. J. Palmer asked the Chairman if recognition was to be given to Mr Ian Dixon for his long years of service as an Old Boy's Representative on the School Council. The Chairman responded to the effect that the incoming Committee would be discussing appropriate recognition. THE TORCH BEARER 223 RESULT OF BALLOT: The Chairman confirmed that the ballot had been concluded and announced that the following were appointed as members of the Committee: Mr J. G. Booth, D. J. Hipsley, D. Hardy, R. C. Hudson, R. Lee, J. M. Linton, M. J. Swinburn, P. R. Skillicorn, P. Terry, J. Hodgkinsori, I. L. Johnston and M. Andronicus. The Chairman congratulated the above on the their appointment and thanked the unsuccessful candidates for their interest and confirmed that vacancies arose from time to time on the Committee and that he would like to think that those who had been unsuccessful at this election would be available to stand for the Committee in the future. CLOSURE: There being no further business Mr Dickson declared the meeting closed at 6.30 pm. Signed as a correct record. SPEECH BY PROF. L. W. DAVIES, CHAIRMAN OF COUNCIL, OF THE DINNER TO HONOUR THE RETIREMENT OF MR J. E. M. DIXON I'm one of two who have the high honour tonight of proposing a toast at this dinner commemorating, in a small way, the great contributions of one of Shore's greatest sons: one who is held in the highest esteem for the manifold contributions which he has made to the School, over so many years, and one for whom everyone in this room tonight also holds a great deal of affection. When a man gives up a voluntary position which he has held with such zeal and distinction for over 40 years, it is only fitting that his fellow Councillors should wish to commemorate his contributions in a number of ways. One of those ways is tonight's function: a gathering of his former colleagues on Council, past and present, and a number of people of particular relevance and significance to the many contributions which Ian Dixon has made to Shore and to independent Schools: one of his teachers, (who also coached him in the 1st XV); a fellow student; members of the School staff; the two Headmasters of the three who served under lan's Chairmanship of Council, and their wives who have led the S.C.E.G.S. Association so successfully; the President and members of the Old Boys' Union; Vice-Presidents of the Shore Foundation; and last but not least the Bursar, and Mr Terry Chapman (Executive Director of the Association of Independent Schools). I cannot let an occasion such as this pass without saying what a great honour and privilege it is to have been asked by my fellow Councillors to follow in Ian Dixon's steps as Chairman. Of course I have no hope of doing so, at least from the point of view of all that Ian was able to achieve for the School under his leadership and guidance, but I shall be trying, and doing so secure in the knowledge that there exists a tremendous amount of goodwill in the Shore community, built up in 224 THE TORCH BEARER Ian Dixon's time as Chairman, and that if I follow his precepts closely, I shall have done the best of which I am capable. Now to a little of the early history of Ian Dixon's connection with this school! Doubtless Ian will fill in, and possibly correct some of these details in his response, but I have done a little investigation, particularly with the help of Torch Bearers of earlier years. Ian grew up in Koorawatha (with a 'K', halfway between Cowra and Young for the uninitiated) and came to Shore in 1923. He had a really distinguished school career, by any standard, and that in the company of what one would have to regard as pretty hot competition: Bradfield, Makinson, Myers, Dunbabin were all at the School in lan's time. From my reading of the Torch Bearer I note for example, that he was second in the combined order list in Form VA in 1927 (when he was known as Dixon ii, J. M. In sport he achieved the rare distinctions of Colours in cricket, rugby and shooting. There is a magnificent picture of Dixon ii (or was it Dixon i by then?) clasping his 303 rifle in the 1928 rifle team, and wearing one of those Shore blazers which all coveted, but so few acquired, with teams and years embroidered from pocket practically down to the waistline. An earlier team photograph shows a fine sense of independence: In the 2nd XI 1926 photo Dixon ii is clad in standard cricketing whites, but sports as well a dark brown l>angaroo-hide belt, doubtless recently acquired and tanned in Koorawatha! Ian was also a Prefect of the School for two years. Ian Dixon thus excelled both in sport and scholastically. He won an Exhibition to Sydney University, in Economics, which he studied at night while working with C.S.R. I have always had the greatest respect for the dedication and determination of evening students — the salt of the earth in the academic world, and doubtless Ian Dixon was no exception. Speaking as a Professor, the only problem with evening students is the terrible hours one is forced to keep, in order to teach! The transition from life in Koorawatha to life in the big city was a major decision point in lan's life. I don't know whether similar views were held in K, but it used to be said in the Upper Hunter district that everyone who moved from there to Sydney raised the average I.Q. in both localities! Whatever the reason, J.E.M.D. had launched on a highly successful business career, on a firm academic base: doubtless Sir Marcus will have a word to say on those aspects. My first connection with the Dixon family was with Mr H. H. Dixon, 'Uncle Bert', a marvellous mathematical teacher in LIVA, not above occasionally proving some geometry theorems in mid-air ( - as Bob Blomfield will also remember), which developed great powers of geometric visualisation in his pupils. The developments at Shore in the past thirty-two years, particularly in the fabric of the School, have been closely associated with and consequent on the guidance from the Chair which Ian Dixon has provided. Our whole modus operandi as a Council with President, Chairman, and Executive Committee, grew to its present form under his guidance. His insight, profound knowledge of Shore, his enthusiasm THE TORCH BEARER 225 for the rights of parents and of independent schools and his unfailing courtesy as Chairman of Council will be sorely missed. OVERSEAS London Group The 1986 Reunion Luncheon was held on Saturday, 26th April when 31 old boys, wives and guests gathered at the Windeyer Building, Middlesex Hospital Medical School in London. School leaving dates spanned 68 years between Humphrey Windeyer (17) the senior old boy on the London Group list, to Graham Wood (85) who is presently teaching at Tonbridge School. The usual stalwart support of regular members Syd Flashman (30); Antony Furse-Roberts (31); Jonathon Herbert (50); David Bradley (51) and David Sagar (51) was this year extended by the very welcome attendance of Matthew Playfair (77); Peter Cozens (77); Julian Hardwick (78); James Hordern (78) and John Palmer (78) teaching at Kingham Hill School, Oxfordshire. The medical men, including Sir Brian Windeyer (21); Bill Woodward (38); Frank Hytten (40); John Cordingley (45) and John Lotz (54) were joined by Tony Poulton (74) working in the Bio-chemistry department of the University of Surrey and Michael Copeman (78) who is engaged in research at Balliol College, Oxford. Geoff Reed (46) gave an entertaining account of a recent family visit to Sydney and beyond, which complemented an excellent lunch and a very lively and happy occasion. Jim Gabriel (40) Hon. Secretary John Lotz, Sir Brian Windeyer, Bill Woodward, John Cordingley, Michael Copeman. 226 THE TORCH BEARER TAMWORTH & DISTRICT SHORE OLD BOYS GROUP — ANNUAL GOLF DAY & REUNION 4th JULY 1986 The Annual Golf Day & Reunion Dinner for the Tamworth Group was held on Friday 4th July 1986. A record field of more than 30 golfers battled it out and honours went to Nick Broadbent. The dinner was equally well attended, with over 70 present. Our guests included Mr Andrew Moyes (representing the Headmaster), and Mr Graham Lewarne (as guest of the Tamworth Group). In addition, the Old Boys Union was strongly represented by Mr Peter Dickson and Mr Brian Morse (President and Country Representative respectively). Once again our visitors were made very welcome at the dinner. An excellent review of the current state of the school from all aspects was presented, including scholastic, sporting & cultural achievements; developments & plans for Gladesvifle, Northbridge as well as the main school were discussed. It was noteworthy to see so many of the younger Old Boys present — a very heartening trend; as well the audience was unusually attentive! Toasts to the visitors and to the school were ably proposed by John Barnier and Sandy Goddard. There was discussion about the Centenary of Shore; it was agreed that the Group would arrange to Commemorate the event. The Treasurer (Ken Chandler) indicated that a special fund had been set up based on a small levy to all old boys on the Group Mailing list. The incoming President is John Leah (Walcha); Secretary John Fisher (Tamworth). Treasurer: Ken Chandler (Tamworth); Hon Auditor: John Ives; Committee: Bruce Mullen (Walcha); Tim Dowdle (Barraba); John Barnier (Tamworth); John Ronald (Quirindi). Finally, at the time of writing these notes, a date for the 1987 Reunion has not been fixed due to problems related to the introduction of the 4 term year. The date will be notified in the school calendar in due course. J. W. Fisher (Hon Secretary) COUNTRY AND INTERSTATE Central Coast Group — 1986 Annual Dinner I advise that the above dinner was held at Tilbury's Restaurant on Friday the 26th of September last, when 32 attended. Mr and Mrs Colebrook were the guests of honour and Mr David Walker (who lives at Hardy's Bay) attended the dinner on behalf of the President of the O.B.U. who sent his apologies. Mr Walker proposed the toast of the School, to which,Mr, Colebrook replied, giving us a most interesting and valuable report of the activities at 'Shore' during the past year. THE TORCH BEARER 227 I thank Mrs McCann for posting to me an up to date list of the Old Boys living on the Central Coast. It is interesting to note that this list included about 21 additional names to those on my previous list. However, of the 21 invitations sent to those Old Boys only one accepted! I am pleased to advise that Mr R. C. Peterson (who is a present master at Shore) and Mrs Peterson were able to attend the dinner. Mr Peterson now lives at Terrigal and commutes to Shore every day. We look forward to seeing them at our functions in the future. On Friday last, I forwarded some 13 photographs, which were taken at the dinner by Mr W. E. B. Webb with my camera, which may be of interest to you. Last year, the very pink light in the restaurant, alas, annihilated the blue colour of the flowers, with which my wife decorated the restaurant with great trouble and expense. So this year, I resorted to the hardy footballer (whose effigy appears in some of the photographs) to 'carry the flag'. I am proud to say that his colour did not wilt under the pink light. Incidentally, his effigy does not resemble or represent any known footballer. After the dinner, I suggested to the members that a Committee be appointed to organise functions; but there was no rush on the part of members to do so. However, a most useful discussion on the subject followed; and it was decided that next boat-race day we should organise a coach trip from Gosford to the Nepean. It was proposed inviting old boys from other schools if our numbers were short. This appears to me to be a most useful suggestion. In conclusion, I would like to thank Mr Barry Frost for attending to the finances of the dinner and for the provision of the liquid refreshments; and I would also like to thank my wife, for her assistance in the creation of the effigy. Finally, I would like to confirm and endorse the vote of thanks, which was carried at the dinner, to Mr & Mrs Colebrook for their attendance. They had to return to the School that night, so that Mr Colebrook could be on duty at 7 a.m. the next morning! C. C. Old 228 THE TORCH BEARER V Mr Colebrook & Mr Cedric Old. David Walker and Eric Slatter (1928). THE TORCH BEARER 229 MELBOURNE GROUP The Annual Reunion Dinner was held on 22nd July at the Bush Inn Hotel, Toorak. Dr John Lill, Secretary of the Melbourne Cricket Club, was the guest speaker for the evening. There was a good turn out of members, the following Old Boys attended: Graham Spooner ('64); Kevin Baker ('43); Ken Mills ('44); Hugh Kesterton ('49); John Marshall, Ian Jowett, David Johnson ('48); Simon Fitzhardinge, John Wright ('40); Scott Smiles ('65); Richard Fitzherbert ('64); Philip Hunt, Doug Green ('36); Chris Roberts, Reuben Crossley, Barry Browne ('34); Bill Reynolds ('69); Dick Bevan ('35); John Richards, Doug Campbell, John Podger. The following were elected Office Bearers for 1986/87: Graham Spooner — President; Ken Mills — Secretary; Bill Reynolds — Treasurer; Bruce Burrows — Protocol Officer; Kevin Baker; David Johnston; Ian Perkins; Hugh Kesterton; Barry Browne; Ian Jowett; Alan Ralph. The Family Christmas Barbecue will be held on Sunday, 30th November at Haileybury College, Brighton. Proposed Dates of functions for the 1987 Fixture Card Annual Dinner — Tuesday, 21st July, 1987. Family Barbecue — Sunday, 29th November, 1987. Golf Day — a Sunday in September, 1987. Kenneth A. Mills (Secretary). SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS GROUP DINNER This long awaited (13 years) event came to pass at Dormie House Moss Vale on 11 April last. The gathering of over fifty included the Headmaster, Mr Robert Grant and Mrs Grant, Mr & Mrs Brian Morse (O.B.U.) and Old Boys from the Goulburn, Moss Vale and Bowral areas. The 28 Old Boys represented over sixty years of School History, Roger Lytton Hitchins was the senior Old Boy from 1920, Sam Simpson the latest from 1984. Three members of the Hoskins family Ken ('32), Don ('33) and Ralph ('69) were in the throng. A complete list of those present is included for record purposes. A number of apologies were received from those feeling the burden of years or the tyranny of distance. 230 THE TORCH BEARER Ken Hoskins proposed the Toast to the School and included in his remarks a welcome to Mr Grant. In reply, the Headmaster referred to the ever changing responsibilities of the School not only to the schoolboys but also to the community itself. Although numbers were not increasing greatly, the expanding needs of a full education had called for better facilities and larger teaching buildings. Brian Morse passed on information about the current aims and the growth of the Old Boys Union. The presence of members', wives greatly enhanced the family characteristic of the evening and buffered the inevitable 'do you remembering'. The Group is to meet next on 14 March 1987, probably at Goulburn. J. C. Alexander W. G. Barnes P. C. Barrett D. R. Barsby G. B. Connor 0. L. Edwards W. G. Galbraith D. G. Hoskins K. C. Hoskins R. G. Hoskins A. G. Knight G. R. Lane R. Lytton-Hitchins T. S. McKay J. D. Mendl L R. Miller D. A. Neill D. Pockley F. L. Roberts M. W. Simpson S. W. Simpson C. R. Sinclair R. C. Stuart A. M. Williams D. A. Carter R. P. C. Bigg P. J. Howell 1926 1938 1969 1944 1938 1937 1956 1933 1932 1969 1952 1928 1920 1927 1963 1930 1928 1965 1958 1954 1984 1932 1958 1978 1955 1968 1967 THE TORCH BEARER 231 O.B.U. ANNUAL DINNER — 1986 Mr J. E. M. Dixon was the Guest of Honour at the 1986 O.B.U. Annual Dinner held at the Killara Golf Club on October 16th, 1986 after a day of fine weather during which about 150 Old Boys played golf, bowls or tennis on the excellent facilities provided by the Club. After pre-dinner drinks over 100 Old Boys enjoyed a hearty meal before Mr Peter Dickson, the President, welcomed diners and their other guests; Mr R. A. I. Grant, Headmaster; Mr Peter Taylor, author of the Centenary Book and six representatives from other G.P.S. schools. The presence of Professor Lou Davies, the new Chairman of the School Council, and four other members of the School Council was warmly commended by the President. The President asked Mr Richard Ludowici f22-'29) to introduce the Guest of Honour. Mr Ludowici spoke entertainingly of his association with Mr Dixon at school, in business and on the School Council, alluding particularly to his quality of character and toughness under pressure. The President asked Mr Bob Gowing ('22-'27) to make a presentation to Mr Dixon on behalf of the members of the O.B.U. Mr Gowing, Senior Vice-President and for many years the Convenor of Functions — including the Convenor of the Annual Golf Day and Dinner, recounted with interest and humour how the decision was made to present a beautiful clock and how he had obtained it. Mr J. E. M. (Ian) Dixon was first elected by the Old Boys to the School Council 41 years ago and became Chairman of the Council in 1958. In a wide-ranging speech Mr Dixon discussed many aspects of the School dear to the heart of those present. He closed by thanking Mr Ludowici, Mr Gowing and the President for the gift and the invitation to speak. The President proposed the toast to the School and the Headmaster, who had played a strong game of tennis earlier in the day, responded in an amusing and informative fashion appropriate to such an audience of interested Old Boys. All speeches were very well received. The President pointed out that Mr Dixon, Mr Ludowici and Mr Gowing were the first three Fellows of the O.B.U. The Guest of Honour presented the Prizes after the results were announced by the Golf Convenor, Mr David Walker; the Tennis Convenor, Mr Jim Booth and the Bowls Organiser, Mr Bruce Trebeck who had been assisted by Mr Ray Neville. The game of Bowls again played a part in the programme after an interval of several years. This was a welcome addition. Bob Stuart won the Tennis Prize with Graham Woodley second. Tony Garrett, Pat Taylor and Don Crawford received the Bowls Prizes. Bob Blanshard won the golf on a count back with 43 stableford points. 232 THE TORCH BEARER Those attending the dinner were invited to provide some information about themselves or others, which may be of interest to old boys reading the Torch Bearer. William Harry LANG (1920). Final year previously from Adelaide, St. Peter's College. Also Hawkesbury Diploma of Agriculture and Australian Society of Accountants. After school played 1st grade Badge tennis for Sydney and 1st grade Pennant tennis Adelaide. Now retired. Richard (Dick) SWIFT f23-'48). Reached the ripe old age of 76 years 10 months after having practised as a Chartered Accountant (now well and truly retired). Visited son Richard G. Swift in California, U.S.A., for two months in July and August. He sells designs and builds swimming pools. Has been living there for 17 years. I started with L. C. Robson in 1923 and he finished with him in 1958. Jim BOULTBEE, O.A.M. ('24-'28). Retired. Living at Bayview. Lived in Orange 1947-63, then West Wyalong until 1967. Sydney since 1967 in which year he commenced Safe-'n-Sound Pty Limited, marketing his invention the Safe-'n-Sound car safety seat. In 1984 he received the O.A.M. for his services to road safety. Graeme JONES f72-'77). Has just completed his Rhodes Scholarship at Oxford where he rowed in 3 boat races (winning 2 — he was O.U.B.C. President for one win). He also found some time for medical research. He hopes to continue his rowing career on his return to Sydney. Bruce TREBECK f29-'33). A.I.F. 1940-45, Tobruk, Middle East Staff School, Chairman of Federal Wool Shippers Committee 1962-70. Chairman of Australian Council Woolbuyers 1969-71. Fred JOHNSON f29-'34). Perpetual Trustee Company. A.I.F. Middle East, Dutch New Guinea, Chartered Accountant in Practice in Albury and Sydney. Felix TAVENER ('26-'33). Architect. British Army 1940-46. President of the Lindfield Cricket Club 1972-86. David A. H. SPRING f25-'33). Stuart R. SPRING. F.R.A.C.H.A. M.B.B.S.(Sydney). Recently appointed chief executive and area chief of Royal North Shore Hospital. Perhaps the largest Public Hospital in Australia. David R. LOWE f45-'52). Married to Barbie (20 years). She is present club champion at Avondale (ex Abbotsleigh). David runs a German engineering components company in Australia and New Zealand. Some of his ruder friends say he stuffs boxes — a term known to all maintenance engineers. Jamie STANISTREET ('66-71). Married with 3 children—1 future Shore boy (James). Worked with 3M Aust Pty Ltd for 11 years. In the Medical Products Division in Sales and Marketing. Left 3M 12 months ago to set up my own hospital/medical distribution company in Rydalmere. Supplying products, from heart valves to needles and syringes to doctors and hospitals in NSW. Favourite sport windsurfing. THE TORCH BEARER 233 Patrick Charles (Percy) TAYLOR f25-'32). Married Patricia Edwards 1942—2 daughters, 1 son, 2 grand-sons, 1 grand-daughter. Worked in family firm P. T. Taylor Pty Ltd until 1951. Elected member Sydney Stock Exchange 1952—retired 1976 joined firm Spier and Morell 1951—later became Taylor, Bottomley and Ricketson. Served AIF 1941-45 reached rank Lieutenant. Joined Royal Sydney Yacht Squadron 1935 Committees 1948-1981. Commodore 1978-81 elected life member 1980. Yachting Assoc. NSW Council 1969-75, President 1970-75 Aust. Yachting Federation Council 1969-75 President 1975. Now living in retirement—still active in yacht racing and have recently taken up bowls. CAMERON-SMITH, Alistair ('24-'3O). I went to the Sydney University and attained B.A., LLB. degrees. Admitted to the Bar in 1938 and practised at the Bar after being Associate to Sir Colin Davidson. Into the Army 1940-1945 in Australia and New Guinea. Back to the Bar in 1946 as a married man with one daughter. One son Ian born on 6th May 1947. I was appointed to the District Court Bench on 27 May 1957 and retired in 1983 by statute law. Married J. E. Moxham 19th September 1941. Played with the University Golf Team in the Interstate matches 1935-37. Now retired and occupied golfing, gardening and swimming. As a matter of passing interest—my parents left Scotland in 1914 and set up home 19,000 kms away in Springdale Road, Killara almost straight away. After spending about 70 years there I moved about 1500 metres to my present address—10 Montah Avenue, Killara. Served as a member of the N.S.W. Bar Council for a number of years. HARDWICK, Anthony f38-'45). Senior partner Anthony Hardwick and Company, Chartered Accountants, Broken Hill and Sydney 1958-1986. Formerly Alderman North Sydney 1959-1962. One of Co-founders Liberal Party N.S.W. Division. Executive member, Council member many years. North Sydney Community Hospital Director 1959-1972. Gavin WILCOX ('44-'49); David CATHELS ('42-'47). Have played golf together in the Old Boys' Golf Day for the last 32 years and enjoyed it every year. For the last twelve years they have played against: Wymond MORELL f44-'49); Graham VAUGHAN f45-'5O). Who every year put the stakes up in an endeavour to recover past losses. They are looking forward to next year in yet another attempt to get even! Donald BOOTH f48-'53). Married, daughter Cathy, son Philip (at school 1976-83) — spent June and July in French farm houses, with family for Philip's 21st birthday. Ran into John Sedgwick at little restaurant in Shepherd's Market, London, during trip. Playing odd cricket game (still) with Old Shavians — Philip opens, he also plays with Zingari regularly. Still have a wool exporting business, have worked since school — 32 years, with twin brother (James) in family business. Philip since school with George Patterson in advertising, 234 THE TORCH BEARER recently joined Elanora — lots of golf with Ferg Geddes, Hugh Fitzhardinge, Ian Cathels. Brian (Mouse) MORSE f45-'52). Jackaroo, 1952-56 ( Barellan, N.S.W.). Back Home. Banarway Collarenebri 1956-58. Armidale ("Newent") Property Manager. Married 1959. Moved back to family property Collarenebri. Managed family property Banaway 1961-75. Sydney 1976 — Real Estate. Have my own business at Wahroonga Est Agency and Morse & Scott R/E. John KIERATH (1955). 1 year in Narromine in family business. 2 years in Canberra in retailing. 3 years in Parramatta retailing. 2 years Burroughs selling accounting machine. Narromine, Ford Mitsubishi dealer. Andrew DAVIES f49-'56). A humble suburban manufacturer. A family of four, 2 girls, Abbotsleigh, 1 boy at Shore in Year 1 and another commencing in 1989. Peter MENDL (1956). Left school and entered the wool industry with Grazcos, eventually spending time in branch locations at Dubbo and Armidale. In 1963 joined Qantas Airways Ltd in Head Office and was appointed to positions in Singapore, Malaysia, India, Papua New Guinea and Southern Africa then Canberra. In 1983 commenced a small business and marketing consultancy finally joining the Uniting Church as Promotions and Development Manager. Hobbies: Member of Old Shavians Cricket Club, golf, travelling and outdoor life. David R. MULLEN (1957). Elders GM — 2 years. Colgate Palmolive — 5 years. Sales Boots Drug Company — 5 years — Sales & Marketing. 73 Rural Sales & Marketing — Rural Dist Co. 81 changes name to Gallagher RSM P/L. Rural fencing. Living 14 Marian St., Killara. Married 1965 to Margaret Langsworth. Children, Victoria 18 years PLC, Lisa 15 years PLC, Richard 11 years Shore. Ian FOULSHAM (1962). Sydney Uni., B.A. LL.B. Sydney Uni Cricket Club 1964-76. Secretary 1985. 12 years CC 1976. Work Ian Fould & Parkers Solicitors. THE TORCH BEARER 235 J. E. McCANN (1962). Tony GARRETT (1938). Ross WOODHOUSE ('33-'35). Ian BOYCE f48-'5O). Brian BLIGH-JONES ('39-'41). Ross WOOLLETT ('42-'45). Ian CHALMERS ('56-'61). Adrian LANE ('50-'57). Jerry COCKLE ('52-'57). Lee WUNDERLICH ('58-'63). Steve WILLIAMS ('63-71). John PLAYFAIR ('66-73). Michael WUNDERLICH ('55-'59). Jamie STANISTREET ('66-71). Simon SCHMIDT ('65-73). John W. ALLERTON (1941). Retired. Bill (R. M.) ALLERTON (1938). Retired. Jim (J. H.) ALLERTON. Mark H. ALLERTON. Tim J. ALLERTON. John LEWIS (1967). Richard FERGUSON (1966). James LINTON (1966). Robert CAMPBELL (1966). Ian CAMERON-SMITH (1965). Michael BREDEN (1949). Guy FITZHARDINGE (1948). Robert SPANSWICK (1951). Grahame SOUTH (1952). Bill WANLESS (1949). MISCELLANEOUS Jim Bertouch, 1959-66, who practises in Sydney as a Consultant Rheumatologist has recently been awarded a Doctorate of Medicine (M.D.) from the Flinders University of South Australia. 1960 SCHOOL LEAVERS' DONATIONS TO THE SCHOOL LIBRARIES As a result of their 25 Year Reunion, the 1960 School Leavers donated to each of the School Libraries $150. The Preparatory School donation was put towards the purchase of a free-standing audio-cassette display stand. This will mean that the 236 THE TORCH BEARER boys of the Prep will be able to select and borrow audio cassettes for home use. The Main School donation has been used to purchase a selection of books on Computers. This is an area of the Library collection that needs rapid growth to keep up with the new technology. Both sections of the School would like to thank Mr. T. Holden and the 1960 School Leavers for their valuable assistance. Pamela Wyles, Librarian Prep School GOLFING TOUR TO SCOTLAND John Sedgwick report as follows: A recent golfing tour to Scotland included a number of Old Boys. R. Blanshard (47) and Jim Blanshard ('85), (currently a Rotary Exchange Student in Denmark), R. Tubbs ('63), J. Sedgwick ('58), A. Sedgwick ('56), B. Morse ('52), P. Eastaway ('52) who after playing Turnberry the day after Norman won his British Open there, decided the O.B.U. Golf Day at Killara was much easier. We met Bill Gardiner ('55) at the British Open. The tour also included the Commonwealth Games at Edinburgh where they met John Bentbee who was the Assistant General Manager of the Australian team. We also met in London: Paul Gregg ('85), David Robinson ('85), Peter Carter ('85), Peter Rodger ('85), Dougall McDowall ('85), Charles Huxtable ('85), Donald Booth ('53). Bob Blanshard visited the birth place of his ancestors, the McMillan clan, in the Isle of Skye. David (SNO) BREWER ('61-'69). The following article appeared in the Southern Weekly and will be of interest to any "art loving" old boys. Ed. The beauty and grace of seagulls on the breeze, with a background of sand and surf, has rarely been captured with more truth and style than by Rye Park artist David Brewer. Vivid seascapes spring to life through his photo-realist style, which is soon to be seen by a wider audience. David is to stage his first one man exhibition at the Casey Galleries, Wollahara, next month. The theme of the exhibition, to run for four weeks from July 30, will be "Seagulls". "I've always loved the sea," David told the Southern Weekly Magazine recently. "Much of my schooldays were spent near the seaside." He is working on the final paintings of the 25 to be seen in the exhibition. David aims for realism in his paintings, bringing out lifelike quality. THE TORCH BEARER 237 "But I do use artistic licence at times," he said. This can be seen in some seascape paintings in which a parking meter appears in the foreground. He describes the parking meter as representing the element of time and constraint. The sea is ever present, either pounding widly onto sand and rocks or calm and serene, breaking gently over sun drenched beaches. He captures the stark beauty of ocean washed reefs and abandoned wrecks rusting in the sea air circled by soaring, gliding gulls. Seagulls are his specialty and his brush conveys their vitality and grace of movement. His gulls "move through the air" and are so lifelike that one expects them to burst from the canvas. All his paintings are done in oils in a process known as "glazing" in which the paint is applied in a number of layers. Recently David has begun to experiment with other mediums. He may eventually depart from his beloved seascapes to paint scenes in the countryside around Rye Park. But he fears that some sections of Australian art have "bastardised" the gum tree. "There are so many poorly done replicas of good paintings," said David. He has been painting from a very early age and while at Shore shared the same teacher as Sulman and Archibald Prize winner Nigel Thomson. David was brought up on the family wheat property at Gunnedah and after completing his university studies he taught for a year in an Agricultural High School in New Guinea. He has now returned to the land after four years spent as an education officer in the Australian Army, which included a tour of duty in Malaysia. While in the army he took up photography and reached semi-professional standard. This, he says has been a great help to his painting. Sydney art dealer Georgina Casey heard about his work and came to Rye Park to see David's painting for herself. This visit led to an invitation to David to mount a one man exhibition at her gallery in Sydney. "It has always been my ambition to stage a one man show, which is a good thing for an artist to have under his belt," David said. But while he hopes to sell his paintings he does not want to commercialise his artistic ability. "I don't want to paint just to sell," he said. As well as running the property at Rye Park and painting regularly, David also teaches art and commerce on a part time basis at Yass High School. 238 THE TORCH BEARER "Of course if my paintings really start to sell I will probably cut down on teaching," he said. Years ago his fair complexion earned for him the nickname "Sno" and today he signs all of his paintings "Sno Brewer". But he could not have a better signature than a seagull in flight. Derrick Mason BIRTH NOTICES BURCHAM, to Edward Alexander and Catherine, a daughter, Alexandra Ella, born 30th August 1986. NUNN to Roger Bradford and Diana, a son Simon Bradford born 4th March 1986. THE TORCH BEARER 239 LODGE TORCHBEARER This year 1986, as is customary, has been a busy one particularly for those enthusiastic members who have displayed an interest in visiting other district and school lodges. Such visiting and fraternization does much for masonry. We continue to paddle along in a relaxed but firm attitude led by our Master, Vic Arnold (1940-48). It is interesting to note that over the past year or two a number of fathers who have sons at Shore have sought admission and been accepted as new members. As well there have been two affiliates and a few new younger members. One of the highlights of the year was the combined schools meeting. The host lodge on this occasion was Lodge Falconian (North Sydney Boy's School) who also invited member of Lodge Rugby, one of the members being Bro. Sir Nicholas Shehadie, O.B.E. who gave us an interesting address on rugby and made particular mention of the World Cup to be held in Australia and New Zealand in 1987. The main concern of the world leaders of the rugby nations is that they do not wish to see rugby follow the path of the world series cricket. The question he raised, is too much being asked of young rugby internationals? He stressed that the game should be played for enjoyment and mentioned that press reports, particularly from nations in the northern hemisphere predicting failure, can be totally disregarded. On his own efforts and that of the honorary treasurer of the A.R.U. and a one time first grade referee, Bro. John Howard (Lodge Sydney High School), the tour is bound to be a success with a world TV coverage of something like 9,000,000 viewers. Both Sir Nicholas and John are deeply involved in organising and promoting the tour. Their enthusiasm is immense. Enough of football. Let us discuss Freemasonry. One of the firmest principles of modern Freemasonry is that candidates are not pressed to join. They must come of their own accord, as free men. People usually seek to join the craft because they know others who are happy and enthusiastic members, whom they respect and trust. Because Freemasonry is now much more open than ever, they will know something of Freemasonry's worldwide connections and great charitable works. Those who join find there is so much more to Masonry than old ceremonies and an imposed ethical code. They discover that friendship and a shared joy in helping others through a wide range of community projects are more rewarding and satisfying than they could ever have imagined. They learn how rewarding it is to be part of an ancient brotherhood of men, with an important role to play in this modern world. 240 THE TORCH BEARER REUNION DINNERS 1941-45 YEAR REUNION DINNER — 19TH SEPTEMBER, 1986 . GUESTS Headmaster: R. A. I. Grant. Retired Masters: K. D. Anderson, P. H. Eldershaw, W. Sawkins, T. B. Wright. a'BECKETT, H. H., Wellington, N.S.W. BARRELL, Trevor, Sydney Commenced Business Career December 1939, Royal Insurance Sydney. 1942 Joined Army, eventually serving in New Guinea, Bougainville. 1946 re-joined work force in insurance. 1953 commenced own Insurance Broking Organisation. Member Sydney Legacy since 1957. Member Elanora Country Club and Royal Sydney Yacht Squadron. BRYDEN-BROWN, E., Wollstonecraft Joined Navy 1942, demobilised as Sub-Leut. RANR -later Lieut. Cdr. in Naval Reserve. 19 years with Council, largely in marketing appointments. Joined Taronga Zoo 1970 as Asst. Director (Admin.), later Acting Director 1974-75. Currently Public Affairs Director. Two boys at School some years ago. BUTLER, G. H., Woollahra Air Force — F/O Nav. 2 yrs. Sydney University Bach, of Engineering 4 yrs. England — Graduate Apprentice 2 yrs. Project Engineer — Clyde Ind. 3 yrs. University Lecturer — 3 yrs. Founded own Company — Chairman. Chairman and interest in 3 other private companies. BUTLER, R. B. (Dick), Woollahra After completing Science Course at Sydney University joined Dulux in Research Lab. When Head Office moved to Melbourne transferred to Technical Sales with various positions in Industrial Automotive and other technical markets. Now retired and play golf (Avondale), bowls (Warringah) swimming at Balmoral or North Steyne, bird watching (mostly feathered), estuary fishing, gardening etc. Wife Rhona. Two boys, David and Andrew, went to Shore. Have two grand-daughters and one grandson. On Board of Mosman District & Community Hospital. CARTER, Ian R., Lilli Pilli R.A.A.F. University of Sydney — medical faculty. General practice, Miranda. CHARLEY, Philip, Boronia Park R.A.F. Aircrew 1943. Father's farm 1944-45. Commercial radio career since 1945. 1945 A.W.A. Network — announcing 2CH then various country and interstate stations. 1953-55 Station Manager 4ZR Roma. 1955-70 General Manager 2QN Deniliquin. 1969-70 Papua New Guinea — Station Manager — then Assistant Director N.B.C. Started THE TORCH BEARER 241 P.N.G.'s commercial radio service. 1979-85, Operations Manager 2CH Sydney, then Manager A.W.A. Program Services. 1985 — present Supervisor Radio Training, Australian Film, TV and Radio School, North Ryde. CLARK, R. J., Wahroonga Married 1948 — five children, five grandchildren. Presently working in the Donald Clark division of the Wilson Fabrics and Wallcoverings, units of James Hardie Industries. CLINTON, A. G., Mosman 1942-46 Shipping Clerk, Burns Philp & Co. Ltd., Sydney. 1947-50 Stockbroker, Lyall & Evatt, Singapore. 1951-52 Operator, Meares & Bishop, Members Sydney Stock Exchange. 1952-64 Partner J. M. Sassoon & Co., Stockbrokers, Singapore. 1965-72 Partner Clinton & Co., Members Sydney Stock Exchange. 1973-84 Retired. 1985 Stockbroker, Hattersley Maxwell Noall Ltd., Members Sydney Stock Exchange. COHEN, A. L, Dooralong, N.S.W. R.A.A.F. 1942-45. Furniture Manufacturing Business 1946-74. Commercial and Stud Cattle Breeding 1974-86. COOPER, B. L. G., Cremorne Until 1946 Merchant Navy, Deck Officer. 1946-48 Clerk Export/Import. 1949-51 Tourist Officer, Pioneer Tours. 1951-78 Retail Trade — Snows, Waltons, as Trainee, Buyer, Merchandise, Manager, Controller, Director, Managing Director. EMERY, Nevil A., St. Ives R.A.A.F. (U.K.) 1942-1946. Shore 1946 (Term 111), 1951, 1958 — Sportsmaster 1962. Sydney University 1947-50. England 1952-57. Married Helen Windon 1960. Two children Jennifer, Philip. EVANS, Philip R., Warwick, Qld Worked in Sydney after leaving School pending call-up to R.A.A.F. in May 42. 3V2 yrs in Air Force as pilot on Kittyhawks and Mustangs. Discharged Jan '46. Rejoined firm in Sydney for 2 years — thence to property in Queenland — sheep and cattle. Married in '49 now have grown-up family. FINCH, R. T., Neutral Bay After completing Medicine at Sydney University and several years of hospital training in Sydney and Newcastle started general practice in Tamworth in 1953. In 1960 moved to Sydney and commenced general practice in Neutral Bay worked there ever since. F.R.A.C.G.P. 1968. 1982-84 President Royal Australian College of General Practitioners. Married 1948 — five children. Re-married 1960 — two step-children. Hobby — sailing. GOODMAN, Geoff S., Bundanoon Semi-retired and now has small property at Bundanoon. GREEN, David, Bayview 1942-47 Sydney University Medicine. 1949-54 U.K. Post-graduate training in Surgery. 1955 — present Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, 242 THE TORCH BEARER Sydney. Present appointment Head Dept. of Radiation Oncology R.P.A.H. HANKS, P. A., Mosman Joined C.S.R. Ltd., as junior chemist January, 1942. Sydney University 1943-45, graduating B.Sc. 1946-48 at raw sugar mills in northern N.S.W. and Fiji. Oxford University 1949-51, graduating D.Phil, in chemistry. Manager C.S.R. Research 1953-59. Involved in alcohol and chemicals in early 60s, then to general manager C.S.R. Distilleries from 1968 to retirement in 1985. HOUGH, Graham T., Neutral Bay A.I.F., Textile Indent Agent. P.V.C. Floorcovering Manufacturer & Importer. Retired to the "Rural Life" to Rylstone, N.S.W. HUM, J. D., Wollongbar, N.S.W. Spent 3 years in the R.A.A.F. as a pilot. The end of war was at Tarakan with 75 Squadron. After war took an Economics degree at Sydney Uni and commenced working for an importing company. Married in 1948, had three children — now has five grandchildren. After some years became managing director of the company for which he worked and later became Chairman of Directors. Retired from daily participation in the Company's affairs in 1976. Moved to Pearces Creek near Lismore and spends most of his time rehabilitating a cut over piece of rainforest. LEMON, David G., Wahroonga 6th December, 1941, called up for Army service — the day he left school. Fought the Japanese in New Guinea, not rising above the rank of Gunner. On Army discharge, went into Book Distribution and in 1950 joined renowned British publishers, William Heinemann, becoming Sales Director for Australia in 1960. Retired in 1980 to become Landscape Artist. Since 1946 has played Rugby, Squash, Tennis and Golf at "The Australian". Now member of "Asquith". Married 30 years with a Solicitor son. MACPHERSON, E. B., Cooma Married — three sons at Shore, one currently doing H.S.C., two at University. Resident Cooma (also S.E. Asia) from 1958, previously Mosman. Army Service (including overseas) 1943-46. Graduated B.E.(Syd.) 1952. Electrical Engineer, Snowy Mountains Authority 1952-71 on design and construction of all seven power station and pumped storage projects from Guthega on, with overseas assignments Europe and America 1955-58. Consultant Engineer, Snowy Mountains Engineering Corporation 1972-85 including overseas assignments New Guinea, Thailand, Malaysia and Indonesia. MAYNE, Stephen Leigh, Mosman 1942-44 A.I.F. 1944-45 R.A.A.F. 1946-51 Medical School, University of Sydney. 1952 Junior R.M.O. Royal North Shore Hospital. 1953 Senior R.M.O. R.N.S.H. 1954 onwards General Medical Practice, Mosman. MOORS, H. D., Newport Beach 4 years in R.A.A.F. 3 years at Hawkesbury Agricultural College as a Repat. Trainee Student. 25 years farming and grazing at Merriwa in THE TORCH BEARER 243 the Upper Hunter area. Now retired, enjoying sailing, swimming and carpentry as a Mr. Fixit. OLIVER, John, Wagga Wagga Graduated in Medicine University of Sydney 1947 — R.M.O. Sydney Hospital — S.R.M.O. Royal Hobart Hospital — Royal Hospital for Women, Sydney — Royal Alexandra Hospital for Children. Married Deirdre Gregg 1951 — General Medical Practice in Wagga. Still working in Wagga as G.P. Three children — son graduated in Medicine 1980 and works in same practice. Sports — Golf (failing fast) Sailing — Finball on local lake, Fishing on beach near family coastal cottage at Bawley Point, South Coast. Sailing — 1974, Newport, R.I. as visitor. M.O. with Gretel team 1977. M.O. with Aust. 1 team 1980, also present 1983 when Australia won. Hobbies — still photography, cabinet making and boat building. PRINGLE, J. A., Turramurra Army 1942-46. Married Elizabeth Dutton 1946 — two daughters — two future "Miss Australia" grand-daughters. Work life — dentistry — during which practiced in London for seven years. Latter years — hobbies — golf, gardening and learning about "Modern life" from our two grand-daughters. SHAW, Peter, Wahroonga War Service — Army 1942-46. (S.W. Pacific, Captain of Army Small Ship. Private Sector Career — Import/Export. Marketing. Public Relations. School Teaching (Canberra Grammar, Scotch College Tasmania). Diplomatic Service (First Secretary, Bonn and Madrid). Federal Government — Administration/Policy (Pending Retirement). Married, 3 children, 2 grandchildren. SHIRLEY, George A., East Roseville 1 yr. Toolmaker Lane Cove Engineering. 3.25 yrs. R.A.A.F. 31 yrs. Stock Feed Manufacture — Drummond & Shirley P/L. 10 yrs. Materials Handling & Storage Supplies and Consultant. Drummond & Shirley (Aust.) P/L. SHELLEY-JONES, K. H., Mosman 1 yr. Engineering. 3 yrs. R.A.A.F. Medicine — Hospitals (U.K. 2 yrs) 30 yrs. General Practice. Married — 4 children. SPOONER, Berry D., Wollongbar Joined R.A.N.Y.R. in 1942 and served until late 1945. 1946-50 worked on family property at Carcoar, N.S.W. Married Feb 1948. Took up "soldier settlement" farm near Moree in 1950 and sold out in 1962. Returned to Sydney and worked in fertilizer and Agricultural Chemicals Industry until 1975. Relocated to property near Lismore and now engaged in Macadamia and Tropical Fruit Industry. TOOTH, Maxwell J., Quirindi R.A.A.F. 1941-46. Sydney University and St. Paul's College (Medicine). 1954 R.M.O. St. George Hospital, Kogarah. G.P. Bellingen and Quirindi. YOUNG, Arnold, Molong 3 yrs. Army service 2/12 Field. Regt. Artillery. Some service in N.G. 244 THE TORCH BEARER finishing in N. Borneo at end of war. 5 yrs. with Sudan Interior Mission in Ethiopia (1957-62). Since then on land at Molong district running a small property. Main enterprise breeding and fattening beef cattle but also some sheep and wheat growing. Married 4 children (2 boys, 2 girls). APOLOGIES ANDERSON, R. G. M., Vaucluse 1942 — Sydney University. 1943 — De Haviland. 1944-45 R.A.A.F. — Demobbed F/Sgt. (B). 1946-1973 — Entered Davis Gelatine as Cadet getting Diploma Chemistry from S.I.C. 1950. In New Zealand as Production Manager 1951-60. Returned Sydney and Manager, Davis-Fuller Adhesives until 1973. 1973 — Joined Wattyl as Group Manager, 1979 Managing Director Wattyl. AUSTIN, L M., Neutral Bay Apologies, will be out of State. BLOMFIELD, Bob, Narrabeen 1942-45 RAAF — ground radar, Aust. and S.W.P.A. 1946-49 Syd. Uni. Civil Engineering. 1950-52 Hydro-electric Commission, Tas. 1953 Dip. Ed.(Melb.). 1954-82 Teaching: Shore/Sevenoaks (Kent)/Shore. Sometime Subject Master Physics (Shore). Sometime Subject Master Maths (Shore). Cadets, Shooting Master, Crusader Councellor. Married 1959 — two sons, one daughter. BURLING, W. J., Inverell After School returned to family property at Boomi. Joined R.A.A.F. Aircrew served in Canada, U.K., Middle East. Returned family property 1945-66. Moved Bingara 1966-71, then to Inverell 1971 — Retired 1983. Chemical Salesman 1977 onwards with Hammersley Chemicals, Newcastle. CRANE, John M., Epping Sends apologies — will be overseas. CRANNA, A. D., Parkes 1942-46 R.A.A.F. 1951 graduated in Architecture — University of Sydney. 1952 Married Margaret East — School Chapel. 1 son Old Boy of Shore. 2 daughters attended Wenona. 1952-54 study tour U.K. and Europe — also noting effects of our bombing of a few years earlier. 1955-73 Architectural practice in Sydney. 1973 — Joined another Old Boy, Bill Robinson in practice in Parkes. Diocesan Architect — Anglican Diocese of Bathurst. GOLDRING, Kenneth, E., Kobe, Japan 1942 joined R.A.A.F. Flew Kittyhawks in New Guinea, New Britain, Dutch New Guinea, Halmaheras, etc. 1945 transferred to reserve with rank of Flight Lieutenant. Late 1945 joined a company with some overseas interests. Responsible for marketing, which involved regular trips to North America, U.K., Europe, Far East. 1949 married. Subsequently two daughters — attended Abbotsleigh. 1969, through lack of job satisfaction, regigned as Managing director from company joined in 1945, and established venture in Japan. For past 17 years a THE TORCH BEARER 245 Japanese resident, perhaps nominally only as it seems home is a Cathy Pacific aircraft with an average of two visits each month to our offices in Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong and less regular visits to China, Philippines and Thailand. Retirement? No plans as still enjoying the challenge and continuing to find work and lifestyle exhilarating! HARDIE, John B., Rose Bay R.A.A.F. & Royal Auxiliary Air Force 1942-52. Flight Lieut. — Flew Bostons, Spitfires, Vampires & Meteors. Six years merchant banking England 1947-53. Started own business 1961. People insisted on buying it 1982. At that price they could have it. Second marriage (14 yrs) very successful thank you. Children 1D 3S Grandchildren 1D 2S. HARDWICK, M. R. Q.C., Gordon, Returned to School for 1942 prior to War Service. R.A.A.F. 1943-46 W/O Pilot overseas. Discharged in U.K. Under C.R.T.S. Balliol College, Oxford, 1945-47 (Law) (M.A.) Courtaulds Ltd., 1948-49. Foreign Office (German Section) & War Office, 1950. Called to Bar, Inner Temple, London, 1950. N.S.W. Bar since 1951. N.S.W. Advisory Committee, A.B.C., 1956-64 & 1967-73), Chairman 1961-64 & 1969-71. Asst. Hon. Sec, Law Council of Australia, 1960-63. Member Council of Law Reporting since 1968. Director, Benevolent Society of N.S.W. since 1979. Queen's Counsel since 1980. Married, two sons, both Old Boys. HENNING, R. W., Bar Beach Entered the Real Estate firm of Creer & Berkeley in Newcastle. Joined the R.A.A.F. in 1943 became a Wireless Air Gunner with rank of Flying Officer. Returned to Creer & Berkeley 1945 later becoming a partner qualifying as a Real Estate Valuer subsequently to be made a Fellow of the Australasian Institute of Valuers and the Senior Partner of Creer & Berkeley. Retired last November. HIGGS, Rodney, Lindfield War Service in R.A.A.F. Inc. 2 yrs. in U.K. latterly 50 Squadron R.A.F. Lancaster as Aircrew Signaller. Business Career: Johnson & Johnson — Purchasing. McFarlane & Burns — Sales Manager taken over by Amatil as Leigh Mardon (Packaging Group) — Plant Manager — H.O. North Reg. Sales Mgr. — Nat. Sales Mgr. Consumer Prod. 16 years ago left Leigh Mardon and after a brief spell in a very unsatisfactory position decided to concentrate on the Instant Printing business — Koala Instant Printing Chatswood (no longer part of a franchise) still keeps him in the manner to which he wanted to become accustomed! MacDIARMID, Hugh, Hughes, A.C.T. 1942-46 War Service AIF, Pacific Zone. 1946-72 Wool Buyer with major wool exporting company. Director of Company 1964-72. Resident Melbourne 6 years, Adelaide 20 years. 1972-86 Consultant (self employed) Wool Industry and Government. MEREWETHER, Edward J. A.I.F. 1942-46 Lt. Architecture Diploma A.S.T.C. 1949. F.R.A.I.A., R.I.B.A., A.I.Arb.A. Private practice 1953. MIDDLETON, Allan, Killara A.I.F. Then spent the next 40 years in the Shipping Industry. 246 THE TORCH BEARER MUSTON, William B., West Perth M.B.Bs. Sydney University 1947. Moved to Perth, W.A. R.M.O. Royal Perth Hospital. 1950-53 Post Grad. Training U.K. (Dermatology). 1953 M.R.C.P. (Edinburgh) specialising in Dermatology. 1954 began Dermatology Practice Perth, W.A. 1965 F.R.C.P. (Edinburgh). Clinical Lecturer in Dermatology, Uni. of W.A. 1969-81 — 3 years as Councillor of Australasian College of Dermatologists, 6 years as Censor of Australasian College of Dermatologists. 1953-78 Dermatologist Consultant, Royal Perth Hospital. 1978 Emeritus Consultant Dermatology, Royal Perth Hospital. Still in private practice. PARKES, D. B., Turramurra RICHARDS, William E., Narrabri Joined R.A.A.F. early 1942, became pilot in Bomber Command in R.A.F. 622 Squadron. Still fly and currently own Cessna 172. After war settled on "Riverstone" Baan Baa. Married Nance Fleming in 1948. Have three children — Susan, John and Bruce — all University graduates. Son John now on the farm. We live in Narrabri and I commute daily. President Namoi (Narrabri) Aero Club. Secretary, Narrabri Legacy. ROBERTSON, Straun, Mosman Best wishes for the success of the evening. ROSEBERY, John G., Castlecrag Left School '39. Joined Army 1941. Discharged 1946. Worked Scruttons Pty. Ltd. retired 1970. Married — 2 daughters, 3 grandchildren. Sport — Golf Oatlands Golf Club. SHELLSHEAR, K. G., Graceville, Old Regrets cannot be there — distance and work load prevents attendance. Best wishes for the dinner. STOREY, Colin R., Merewether, N.S.W. Trust you have an enjoyable evening, and would like to see whether we are faring as well as he is. TILLEY, W. J., Centennial Park Left School end first term 1941 — joined Smith Johnson & Co. (now Peat Marwick Mitchell) for one year — R.A.A.F. Air Crew June 1942 to January 1946 — on discharge joined family Stockbroking firm which merged with other firms on several occasions — recently celebrated 40 years as Member of the Sydney Stock Exchange — Committee Sydney Stock Exchange 1967-75, being Treasurer for 2 years and Vice Chairman for 1. Current broking firm Rouch Tilley Grice & Co. Limited. WAIGHT, D. J., Turramurra Regret unable to attend — Interstate. Best wishes for a successful occasion. WARREN, C. R. E. (Bob), Bayview Five years S.W.P.A. Dutch East Indies Campaigns. Lieut. I.C.I. Films and Polythene Division: Fibre makers (Textiles) Property Developer; Retired to Yachting. O.B.E. 1968. C.B.E. 1972. Regret unable to attend. THE TORCH BEARER 247 REUNION DINNERS 1951 LEAVERS — 35 YEAR REUNION DINNER — 3rd OCTOBER, 1986 GUESTS Headmaster: Mr. R. A. I. Grant. Retired Masters: Mr. K. D. Anderson, Mr. J. W. Burns, Mr. P. H. Eldershaw, Mr. P. R. M. Jenkins, Mr. W. Sawkins, Mr. T. B. Wright. Apologies: Mr. R. A. Gilfillan, Dr. T. Visser. OLD BOYS AMOS, B. J., Lindfield Medicine Sydney University — Royal North Shore Hospital 1959-72, Westmead Hospital 1972-86. BANKS, E. C. (Ted), Pymble Surveyor Private Practice 1958. Married Patricia 1960. 3 children, 2 sons at Shore. Stephen (74/82), Matthew (81 - ) , Deborah P.L.C. Scout Leader since 1975 (Scouts/Venturers/Rovers). BLACKWELL, David E. W., Killara Partner of Sydney firm of Chartered Accountants, A. W. Butterell Porter & Co. Director of Mercantile Credits Ltd., for 5 years. National Secretary of Insolvency Practitioners Assoc. of Australia. Married to Robin (Halliday) — 2 girls and 2 boys. Community Interests: Council of P.L.C. Pymble, Lindfield Rotary, Life Member Killara Apex. BRADHURST, Peter G., Sydney Medical Graduate — University of Sydney MBBS 1959. Diploma in Clinical Pathology University of London 1971. Now working as a Forensic Pathologist Division of Forensic Medicine, Glebe. BURROW, Kerry, Collaroy Plateau I have now reached the third age of man. In my youth I was Reg Burrow's son. For a few short years I had my own identity — Kerry Burrow — now I am just Greg and Samantha's father. CONOLLOY, W. Bruce, Sydney Post Graduate surgical training in U.K. and U.S.A. Founder & Director, Hand Surgical Unit, The Sydney Hospital. Visiting consultant Hand Surgeon in Ireland and Middle East. DOUGLAS, John (Previously John Douglas Solomon), Pymble Orthopaedic Surgeon at Gordon, and at Sydney Adventist Hospital. Married Nancy Gray 1963. Three children, Anne 22, Alexander 18, James 14. Member Killara Golf Club. FENTON, A. S. (Tim), Cherrybrook Qualified Civil Engineering — worked Local Government, and Construction including platforms and pipelines in Bass Strait. Then 15 years with B.M.I, and currently in own hydraulics business in Western Suburbs. Married Elizabeth 1966 — 1 son left Shore 1985, 2 daughters at M.L.C. Burwood. FOSKEY, C. J., Granville Admitted as Solicitor 1957, married 1971 (no children). Currently 248 THE TORCH BEARER Group Legal Director Rothmans of Pall Mall (Aust.) Ltd. GALE, Bill B.A., LL.B. Practising as Solicitor, building flats, now semi-retired looking after property investments. Married 13 years, no children. GAMBRILL, J. K., Bowral HACKWORTHY, G. R., West Pymble Associated with cosmetic industry for past 20 years. Currently National Sales Director of Helena Rubinstein. 2 sons ex "the old school", both in final year of Commerce Law, University of New South Wales. HARPUR, Dr. Michael, Lindfield HASEMER, Trevor, Castlecrag INNES, John S., Cremome Worked for TV Station ATN7 & QTQ9 tp 1959. R.C.A. 1960-73 in Australia and overseas. Engineer. Self employed, importing, manufacturing, consulting. JAMIESON, Warren L, East Lindfield Joined family business. Married 1958. Three children. One boy at Shore. Family business bought out by OPSM in 1966. Group General Manager of Protector Safety, and the Occupational Safety & Health Division of OPSM. Director of OPSM Industries since 1981. JAMES, Bev, Drummoyne Since leaving School has spent eight years as a Boatbuilder for Lars Halvorsen and the balance of time in the Building Industry. At present a Project Manager with J. W. Broomhead. JULIUS, George, Hunters Hill M.D. of own industrial manufacturing company (est. 4 yrs.) following twenty years with GEC in a similar industry. Represented Australia in the successful 1967 Admirals Cup Challenge. HOLMAN, J. W., Lidster, via Orange Gopher. Grazier. Gas Bag. JOHNSTON, Ian, Longueville B.A. LL.B. M.Ec. (Syd.) Barrister in Sydney since 1963. Married — wife Felicity, 3 sons at Shore, and daughter at Wenona. JOYCE, John, Wahroonga Managing Director of Companies with city Real Estate Development interests and a 22,000 acre Brahman Stud in Queensland, also an Importing & Distribution Co. at Marrickville, N.S.W. and Redcliffe, Old. LANGWELL, T. E., Hunters Hill Has been virtually in the Timber Industry since leaving School, with several long periods with Elders. Now Manager Cadden Alstengren P/L Sydney. LEWINGTON, Barry, Whale Beach Chartered Accountant, now General Mgr. Finance of Energy Resources of Australia Ltd. Married — 2 children and 2 grandchildren. LITCHFIELD, Rawdon M., Pymble Retail Manager/Buyer Farmer & Co., Woolworths, Waltons. State Manager — Regency Greetings (Greeting Cards). Currently own business — T. H. West & Co., Servicing Hotel & Club Trade with Tableware & Glassware etc. THE TORCH BEARER 249 LOVEGROVE, R. S. (Dick), Ryde Registered as Surveyor. Grad Dip. Highway Engineering — Practice as Engineer/Surveyor since 1963 to date. Former N.S.W. President — Inst. Surveyors and Nat. Pres. Consulting Surveyors Assn., also now operating a computer software and marketing organisation. LOWE, Michael S.L., Mosman Reptd. L 1952 — Coopers (Accnt.) 15 m (incl. 6 m Nat. Serv. Air Crew) — Harvey Lowe — Ord Minnett 1954 — Still there. Partner 1968 — married 3 children. McBEAN, J. D., Killara Civil/Structural Engineering with own consulting firm. Active in Professional Association affairs for many years. Golfer turned sailor. Married (still), 3 children all in employment. MclNTOSH, Angus J., Deakin, A.C.T. Consulting Paediatrician, Canberra. Since 1965. MUNCKTON, M. M., North Sydney After working on a dairy farm for 6 months joined C.B.C. Bank in 1952. Retired from Bank Dec. 1985 after 33 years (Managerial level). NOCK, Barry, Turramurra Lived and worked in Sydney — married Janet Burt 1960, 2 children, James 20, Louise 12. NORTHAM, W. Brian, Greenwich Lived London and New York 1954-58. Joined Johnson & Johnson '56 now General Manager J & J Medical — Director M.B.F. Gretel Crew in 1962 America's Cup. Wife Jan plus four. PAYNTER, Malcolm Ronald, Kirribilli Two years at University (Architecture), two years overseas, started in the building industy with Paynter Dixon 1957 and there today. ROBERTSON, T. I. G., Killara Family Retail Business, Lismore; Auditor Generals Dept., now Corporate Affairs Commission; A.A.S.A. C.P.A. A.C.I.S. Married. Children James (Shore 79-'84), Sarah (Ravenswood '80-'85) Elizabeth now at Ravenswood. SCOTT, Brian, Roseville Married, 4 children, B.Ec.(Syd.), M.B.A. (Stanford), D.B.A. (Harvard). Formerly Chairman W. D. Scott & Co., currently Dep. Chairman A.C.I., Director ANZ Bank, D.F.C.; Chairman Trade Development Council; Chairman of Council, Knox Grammar School. Awarded A.O. 1985. SENDALL, John, Goulburn Married with three sons. Continued in Agricultural field from Management to Rural Consultant in Goulburn area. SHEPHERD, Colin R., Crookwell Married 1962 — 3 children, 2 sons (both Shore Old Boys). Grazing property sheep & cattle. Sports — cricket A.O.C. Tour 1960, golf. SHERINGTON, David, Indooroopilly, Qld 1952-72 Employed by Grazcos Co-op. Ltd. as Shearing Manager, Company Secretary, Divisional General Manager. 1972-84 Farming on N.S.W. North Coast growing bananas and grazing cattle. 1984-86 250 THE TORCH BEARER business investor residing in Brisbane. SMALL, Ross, Killara Commenced Real Estate 1951 L. J. Hooker. Stewart Hall & Co. Importers and Retailers. Opened own Retail and Design Company in 1969. Presently engaged in Retail and Real Estate interests. SPANSWICK, Robert D., Pymble Chartered Accountant. Married 3 children. Likes skiing, playing golf & tennis. STEELE, P. R. M., Narraweena Joined C.S.R. Ltd. 1952. Transferred to Fiji for 13V2 years from June 1955. Back to Head Office November 1968 and still there. TAYLOR, Dr. J. S., Whitebridge, N.S.W. TAYLOR, Barry T., Killara Graduated B.A. LL.B from Sydney University. Have practised as a solicitor in the city ever since. Married (only once) with 3 children — youngest in final year at Shore. TIMMINS, Graham, Killara Chartered Accountant in own practice. Married with four daughters. WARDEN, John, Roseville Graduated Medicine Sydney Uni., Resident & Registrar RNSH. Research Univ. Pennsylvania, Examiner FARACS, Director Intensive Care RNSH. Currently Head Anaesthetics Dept., Chairman medical Staff RNSH. WARBURTON, Doug, Balgowlah Married, 3 children, chartered accountant. After too many years in the profession finally escaped to commence now Gen. Manager Winchcombe Carson Trustee. WILCOX, Kim G., Killara Graduated in Mechanical & Electrical Engineering Sydney Uni. 1956. M.B.C. which became Leyland 1957-59. Bendix Corp. which became James N. Kirby Products 1969-now. WILLIAMS, Michael P.C., Castlecrag Engineering Degree 1960. Married 1961. Became Australian Citizen 1971. Now runs a Property Development Company. APOLOGIES CAMERON, Peter, Dubbo Sorry he can't be present. Sends regards to all attending. CAMERON, Robert S., Woollahra Graduated M.B. B.S.(Syd.) 1958. F.R.C.S. (Edinburgh) 1963. General practitioner in Nairobi for 14 years. General practitioner in Randwick for past 7 years. CAVANOUGH, Tim, Beecroft Resume very simple since leaving in 1951 — one wife — three jobs — 4 cars — five figure overdraft — occasionally plays golf and sails, looks forward to not missing the next dinner. FOSTER, P. C, Bathurst GARNER, J. T. (Terry), Port Macquarie Regrets unable to attend — many thanks for the phone call. THE TORCH BEARER 251 LITCHFIELD, R. O., Cooma Thirty five years trying to prove that it is the rural way of life.that matters — now not sure! One son (left Shore) — two daughters academically all more like their mother! Sincere apologies, very sorry unable to attend, good wishes to all present. MILLARD, J. W., Wahroonga MacCALLUM, Peter J., Willow Tree, N.S.W. OLIVER, C. A. H., Taringa, Qld SMALL, R., Killara ST. HEAPS, K. J., Killara SUTTOR, Wally, llford, N.S.W. Hope the dinner is a great success. TAYLOR, Roger R., Wembley Downs, W.A. Graduated Syd. Uni. M.B. B.S. 1957. Royal Prince Alfred Hospital then to U.S.A. Now Professor of Cardiology, University of W.A. & Royal Perth Hospital. Hobbies: Fishing (love it), gardening (necessary evil). Greetings from Perth to old Shore Boys. VIVERS, J. W. L, Glen Innes, N.S.W. VITAI LAMPADA TRADIDERUNT DR ANDREW DISTIN MORGAN O.B.E. The death occurred on 15th August, 1986, of Dr Andrew Distin Morgan, O.B.E., a very prominent Old Boy of the School. He was 86 years of age. Andrew Morgan was the eldest son of Rev T. H. Distin Morgan, Rector of St Simon and St Judes, Bowral. After early education in Bowral, he was at the School from 1915 to 1918. He was a Prefect and rowed in the eight in 1917 and 1918. He won the Brian Pockley Memorial Prize in 1918. Andrew graduated in medicine from the University of Sydney in 1924 and spent some years in practice at Mudgee and Greenwich before specialising in anaesthesia in 1938. He was a pioneer in his specialty and was the first specialist Honorary Anaesthetist appointed to the Royal Alexandra Hospital for Children. He was also Honorary Anaesthetist at the Mater Misericordia, St Lukes, Royal South Sydney, Eastern Suburbs and Balmain Hospitals. Many Old Boys will remember him through his position as School Medical Officer from 1940 to 1945 and as a President and Committee Member of the Old Boys Union. He served as an O.B.U. representative on the School Council for 28 years. Some testimony to his dedication to the School was a personal tree planting programme undertaken at Northbridge to enhance the beauty of the War Memorial Playing Fields. Andrew took great pleasure from his association with the School. Until very recently, he was a regular attender at the Old Boys Tea. In spite of physical difficulties, he stood with pride when the Chairman welcomed those families with three generations of Old Boys in attendance. 252 THE TORCH BEARER Amongst his other community activities, Andrew served more than 30 years as the Chairman of Directors of the Lorna Hodgkinson Home at Gore Hill. From very small beginnings he guided the development of this organisation and directed his energies to the establishiment of a rewarding and meaningful life for handicapped young people. In 1969 he was awarded an O.B.E. for his services to medicine and the community. Vitai Lampada Tradunt. JUDGE NOEL MclNTOSH Judge Mclntosh died at Canberra on 2nd August 1986 aged 83. He was at Shore from 1916 to 1921 and was one of the Schools outstanding athletes. Altogether he was awarded 9 Colours. In 1919 at the age of 16 he was in the 1st XI, 1st XV, the athletic team and shooting team and gained his colours in each sport. However it was in "under age" events that he was outstanding, winning the under 14 100 yards at the GPS meeting and subsequently the under 16. In 1917 he won the under 15 100 yards at the NSW Junior Championships. He was known as Nippy Noel! He went first to Kings School and then Shore after which he attended St Pauls College at Sydney University after which he obtained his LLB in 1925 and became a QC in 1952. IN 1924 he was captain of the NSW Junior Tennis Team which won the Linton Cup and in the same year, with the late Harry Hopman, were runners up for the Australian Junior Doubles Tennis Championship. He was Captain of the University of Sydney international debating team in the United States and UK 1925-6. Between the years 1939 and 1941 he was Mayor of Kuring-gai and between 1942 and 1946 was a Squadron Leader in the RAAF. He was a foundation member of Lodge Torchbearer and was the first Secretary and Treasurer of the Tennis Umpires Assocation. FAR WEST GROUP This year's function was again a great success and was held at Douglas and Barbara Webb's "Yallamba", Dubbo on 28th September 1986. Counting men, women and children, there were 120 in attendance. Old Boys and guests present were as follows: Special Guests: Mr and Mrs R. Grant; Mr and Mrs K. D. Anderson; Mr P. H. Eldershaw. Old Boys: R. A. Beckett; M. Beresford; R. Ballhausen; A Bruce; P. Carter; J. Campbell; J. Francis; G. Francis; M. Gavel; F. Gaden; A. Graham; J. Harvey; J. Heath; D. Irving; D. Jenkins; J. Kierath; J. Kiss; W. Lambell; J. Litchfield; N. Lander; H. Marr; A. L. Mackenzie; A. H. Mackenzie; C. Mackinnon; D. Mackinnon; R. Napier; D. Parry-Okeden; D. Richards; R. Stevenson; T. Stevenson; S. Stevenson; R. Scammel; THE TORCH BEARER 253 R. Shepherd; J. Symons; B. Smith; M. Scott; R. St. V. Welch; G. Tonkin; M. Watson; R. Wansey; P. Weston; D. Webb. Parents of Old Boys: Mrs N. Barnier; Mrs P. Harricks; G. Peacocke; S. Proctor. Next year's function is to be held at D. M. Irving's home, 'Toucan' Warren on Sunday 27th Sept. 1987. NAME BRADFIELD BRAY BROWNE COSTELLO DUNCAN JEANS JUDD LANHAM LOVELL MclNTOSH MAUN MORGAN MUSTON ROBERTS SCAMMELL SHARLAND SIMPSON SPOONER VANCE WEIR WOOD VITAI LAMPADA TRADUNT REG. No. AT SCHOOL 2224 1916-1921 Alan John 3586 1924-1925 Lionel George Wilfred Rowe 829 1903-1907 Robert Charles 6291 1940-1944 3950 1926-1928 Frederick Norman 2764 Frank George Way 1919-1921 7780 1949-1954 Warwick Osborn Garry Norman 8680 1955-1956 Bruce Tasman 3146 1921-1925 Noel Desmond 2271 1916-1921 Rex Kenneth 3470 1923-1923 Andrew Distin, O.B.E. 2117 1915-1918 John Arthur 2452 1917-1921 Adrian Kenneth 1666 1911-1916 2466 1917-1921 George Vance William Stanley Cockburn 879 1904-1905 Gordon Kenneth 3336 1922-1922 5220 John Harold Burnside 1933-1936 1878 1913-1914 Phillip Edmund Noel Girnan 2819 1919-1921 4275 1927-1931 Ernest John DIED 16.7.1986 7.9.1986 11.9.1986 10.5.1986 19.4.1986 5.9.1986 9.5.1986 24.4.1986 19.9.1986 2.8.1986 21.4.1986 15.8.1986 26.9.1986 1982 1.9.1986 1972 21.2.1986 5.12.1984 1970'S 29.7.1970 11.6.1986 254 THE TORCH BEARER Ian Dixon presents the W. H. Hattersley Trophy to Bob Blanshard. SCENES AT THE GOLF DAY Peter Taylor, Tony Garrett, Peter Dickson, Ian Dixon. THE TORCH BEARER 255 LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Dear Sir, Late of Lane Cove (and Longueville) myself I now reside here in retirement but nevertheless keeping myself fit by sculling throughout the year. On two separate occasions in my fifties I had the pleasure to help, with two of Shore's Australian Rowing Representatives, Ross Selman and my brother Bruce, coach the School's novice rowers in the tubs at Gladesville. I can tell you I derived great pleasure following their rowing career through the Torch Bearer. Since living here and away from Club and School coaching in both N.S.W. and Queensland I found pleasure returning to my beloved single sculling. As it has turned out truly a second swansong of rowing in my lifetime. My first, when aged from 31 to 36 years I won ten rowing and sculling Queensland Championships. Going on to represent that State on four occasions in single sculls and eight oar rowing. In the 1955/56 rowing season I equalled my coach, and uncle, Harry Green's N.S.W. record of wins in Single Scull, Four and Eight Oar Championships, which he accomplished in 1912/13 season in Sydney. Actually topping it off by coaching the Queensland Ladies to win the Australian Championship. In 1984, aged 63, I went to Ghent, Belgium for the 11th F.I.S.A. (French abbreviations for Rowings World Governing Body) Veterans Regatta, and won my Category " F " (over 60 years) Division of Single Sculls in the fastest time. Last year in Toronto, Canada, in five consecutive days of both rowing and sculling I proudly won five medals; two gold, two silver, and one bronze, in the 12th F.I.S.A. Veterans, Regatta and the 1st Masters Games Regatta. I have it on record that my great grandfather, Richard A. W. Green, a racing boat builder and professional sculler, (first Australian sportsman to challenge for a World Championship in 1863) raced in an Australian Veterans' Sculling race against other younger veterans, three world champions included, at the age of 70. So I have six years to go to top his effort. Feeling very proud of myself as you can imagine please feel free to curtail this epistle. Ken Goswell (38), 9 Essex Court, Buderim, Qld 4556 26 August, 1986 THE SHORE FOUNDATION — helping the School meet its needs Wills are among the most vitally important documents we create during our lives. Here are three reasons why — • It is a fact that many people expend a life's time and energy creating their Estates, yet neglect to spend even a short time in ensuring their posthumous distribution according to their wishes. So — MAKE A WILL! • Many others, having made a Will, put it under lock and key and forget about it. Many factors make review of a Will necessary — predecease of beneficiaries or executors, changes in testators' interests, alterations to business circumstances and many others. Many people therefore make a point of reviewing their Wills annually — an excellent idea. So — REGULARLY UP-DATE YOUR WILL! • Endowment by a Bequest to Shore's Educational Trust Fund is a contribution to the School's greatest long-term assurance of security — far into the future. So — INCLUDE A GENEROUS BEQUEST TO THE SCHOOL IN YOUR WILL! The School is a non-profit institution with comparatively few major endowments. As State Aid dwindles there is an ever-increasing gap between current costs and the revenue from fees which can only be closed — without lowering standards or putting the price of a Shore education beyond the means of an average family — by YOUR SUPPORT. DID YOU KNOW THAT YOU CAN BECOME A MEMBER OF THE FOUNDATION BY MAKING A BEQUEST? For further details, ring Shore's Development Officer on (02) 923 2277 or write to him at the School, P.O. Box 1221, North Sydney 2060. Ask for the leaflet which sets out the ways in which your donation or bequest can qualify you for membership. 258 THE TORCH BEARER REGISTER APPENDIX 14214 14215 14216 14217 14218 14219 14220 14221 14222 14223 14224 14225 14226 14227 Entered Term III, 1985 ALEXANDER, Philip Ian. Born 20/10/69; son of I. R. • Alexander, Esq., 15 Curagul Road, North Turramurra, 2074. Entered Term I, 1986 ADAMS, Scott Gordon. Born 15/7/75; son of D. K. Adams, Esq., 30 Redan Street, Mosman, 2088. ADLER, David Anthony. Born 17/6/76; son of S. Adler, Esq., 32 Edgecliff Esplanade, Seaforth, 2092. AMM, Gavin. Bom 21/8/76; son of E. Amm., 10 Coleridge Road, Pymble, 2073. ANDERSON, Robert Gordon. Born 1/8/73; son of R. I. Anderson, Esq., 8 Alto Avenue, Seaforth, 2092. ARMATI, James Richard. Born 21/10/77; son of Dr. R. P. Armati, Esq., 40 Roseville Avenue, Roseville, 2069. ATKINSON, Timothy Stuart. Born 13/9/76; son of R. J. Atkinson, Esq., 35 Hastings Road, Warrawee, 2074. AUSTIN, Jeremy Philip. Born 9/5/75; son of C. N. Austin, Esq., 15 Milray Street, Lindfield, 2070. AUSTIN, Nicholas John. Born 3/5/77; son of M. J. Austin, Esq., 17 Edward Street, Gordon, 2072. BABINGTON, Laurence de Berigny. Born 17/7/76; son of H. H. L. Babington, Esq., "Oakleigh", P.O. Box 133, Narooma, 2546. — BARRIE, Nicholas Paul. Born 7/2/74; son of Commander C. A. Barrie, RAN, 62 Westbrook Avenue, Wahroonga, 2076. BASSINGTHWAIGHTE, Jon Roden Norman. Born 25/6/74; son of P. E. Bassingthwaighte, "Black Springs", Wallendbeen, 2588. BEATTIE, John Samuel. Born 10/10/73; son of Dr. J. C. Beattie, 16 Clanalpine Street, Mosman, 2088. THE TORCH BEARER 14228 14229 14230 14231 14232 14233 14234 14235 14236 14237 14238 14239 14240 14241 14242 14243 14244 14245 14246 14247 14248 14249 14250 259 BECKETT, Nicholas John Swanton. Bom 5/12/73; son of R. S. Beckett, Esq., 29 Malga Avenue, East Roseville, 2069. BEED, Grant William. Born 28/8/68; son of Dr. T. W. Beed, 30 Lord Street, North Sydney, 2060. BENNETT, Michael Philip. Born 2/7/75; son of P. W. Bennett, Esq., 349 Edinburgh Road, Castlecrag, 2068. BINNIE, Edward John. Bom 15/12/73; son of A. J. Binnie, Esq., "Merrilong", Mirannie, via Singleton, 2330. BLACK, Jeremy Arnott. Born 16/11/77; son of J. D. Black, Esq., 66 Cowles Road, Mosman, 2088. BOURKE, Christopher Vincent. Born 28/4/72; son of D. V. Bourke, Esq., 4 Karana Place, Chatswood, 2067. BRADSHAW, Tristan Robert. Born 22/3/78; son of R. J. Bradshaw, Esq., 29 Telegraph Road, Pymble, 2073. BUNTING, Mark Brymore. Born 22/7/73; son of J. B. Bunting, Esq., 12 Cross Street, Pymble, 2073. BURKE, David Martin. Born 18/6/76; son of Dr. J. J. Burke, 21 Berrillee Road, Turramurra, 2074. BURRIDGE, Sam Matthew. Born 14/8/76; son of A. B. Burridge, Esq., 114 Kurraba Road, Neutral Bay, 2089. BUTTERS, Craig Ian. Born 9/1/74; son of I. G. Butters, Esq., 51A Cliff Road, Northwood, 2066. CAMPBELL, Anthony Scott. Born 12/2/74; son of S. R. Campbell, Esq., 42 Kiparra Street, West Pymble, 2073. CARR, Nicholas John. Born 3/3/78; son of D. G. Carr, Esq., c/- 13 Amaroo Crescent, Mosman, 2088. CHAMPION, Jeremy Clive. Born 29/8/73; son of D. I. Champion, Esq., 27 IHiliwa Street, Cremome, 2090 CHAO, Wellington Kwok Hsien. Born 29/5/69; son of Mrs. Tong Pik Yuen, 58 Tengkat Tong Shin, Kuala Lumpur, Selangor, Malaysia. CHILDS, Christopher Andrew. Born 21/3/74; son of J. B. C. Childs, Esq., 21 Farran Street, Lane Cove, 2066. CHILTON, Christopher Michael. Born 11/11/73; son of P. M. Chilton, Esq., 41 Coonah Parade, Riverview, 2066. CHRISTIE, Andrew Hutton. Born 1/11/76; son of R. M. Christie, Esq., 7 Fern Street, Pymble, 2073. COOK, Ralph. Born 6/4/70; son of I. H. Cook, Esq., 12 Cowles Road, Mosman, 2088. COLLINGWOOD-BOOTS, Hamish Alexander. Born 18/5/77; son of H. A. Collingwood-Boots, 1582 Pacific Highway, Wahroonga, 2076. COLLINS, Andrew Ian. Born 18/7/73; son of I. C. Collins, 15 Pengilly Street, Lane Cove, 2066. CONNELL, Dylan Joseph. Born 12/5/77; son of R. N. Connell, Esq., 8 Taylor Street, Gordon, 2072. COLLIER, Andrew John. Born 3/4/69 son of A. W. G. Collier, Esq., 8 Cowles Road, Mosman, 2088. 260 14251 14252 14253 14254 14255 14256 14257 14258 14259 14260 14261 14262 14263 14264 14265 14266 14267 14268 14269 14270 14271 14272 14273 THE TORCH BEARER COLLIER, Peter Alan. Born 28/2/71; son of A. W. G. Collier, Esq., 8 Cowles Road, Mosman, 2088. COURT, Jason Raoul. Born 18/1/70; son of Mrs. K. Court, P.O. Box 76, Kotara Fair, 2289. CRAWFORD, Drew Hamilton. Born 28/1/74; son of G. H. Crawford, Esq., 64 Ayres Road, St. Ives, 2075. CRIVELLI, Rupert Roger Urban. Born 28/12/75; son of M. U. R. Crivelli, Esq., 8 Poole Street, Longueville, 2066. DAVIS, (born Marshall), Julian Graham. Born 19/2/74; son of J. G. Davis, Esq., 66 Telegraph Road, Pymble, 2073. DAVIS, Matthew John. Born 14/9/77; son of M. J. Davis, Esq., 13 Linden Way, Castlecrag, 2068. DAY, George Robert. Born 7/5/76; son of Dr. R. O. Day, 33 Woodside Avenue, Lindfield, 2070. DEER, William Beaumont. Born 29/3/75; son of P. W. Deer, Esq., 46 Rickard Avenue, Mosman, 2088. DERBIDGE, Malcolm Craig. Born 29/12/76; son of Captain R. T. Derbidge, RAN, Commanding Officer's Residence, HMAS Nirimba, Quakers Hill, 2764. DIXON, Frederick Anthony Menzies. Born 4/3/74; son of J. W. M. Dixon, Esq., "Pullaming", Gunnedah, 2380. DOCKER, James Brougham. Born 24/10/73; son of Dr. N. B. Docker, 25 Hurst Street, Goulburn, 2580. DOLDEN, Stuart John. Born 7/2/74; son of R. C. Dolden, Esq., 14 Lugarno Avenue, Cronulla, 2230. DOYLE, Christopher Michael. Born 3/12/76; son of D. R. Doyle, Esq., 21 Bushlands Avenue, Gordon, 2072. DUNCAN, Andrew Mark. Born 25/2/7r4; son of R. Duncan, Esq., 12 Headland Road, Castle Cove, 2069. DUNCAN, Hamish Neil. Born 9/4/72; son of N. W. Duncan, Esq., 18 Cassidy Avenue, Muswellbrook, 2333. ELLIS, Jason Thomas. Born 4/2/71; son of J. K. Ellis, Esq., "Lindenfels", 46 Flagstaff Road, Warrawong, 2502. ELLIS, Michael Bernard. Born 22/7/72; son of J. K. Ellis, Esq., "Lindenfels", 46 Flagstaff Road, Warrawong, 2502. ELVY, Jason Trenton. Born 15/11/73; son of R. E. Elvy, Esq., 69 Barrie Street, Killara, 2071. FARMER, Derek Edward. Born 19/11/77; son of B. E. Farmer, Esq., 108 Frenchs Forest Road, Seaforth, 2092. FAY, Nathan Claude. Born 11/8/75; son of G. Fay, 128 Whale Beach Road, Whale Beach, 2107. FERGUSON, Douglas Alexander. Born 25/12/73; son of A. S. Ferguson, Esq., 7 Creese Street, Andergrove via Mackay, Old., 4740. FIELDEN, Barton John Hughes. Born 11/6/74; son of the late Dr. B. P. Fielden, c/- Ms. K. L. Fielden, 7 Leeds Place, Turramurra, 2074. FIRTH, Andrew Frederick Douglas. Born 12/2/78; son of I. THE TORCH BEARER 14274 14275 14276 14277 14278 14279 14280 14281 14282 14283 14284 14285 14286 14287 14288 14289 14290 14291 14292 14293 14294 14295 14296 261 R. Firth, Esq., 23 Madeline Street, Hunters Hill, 2110. FREEMAN, James Cameron. Born 11/11/76; son of C. C. Freeman, Esq., c/- 3 Leverton Close, St. Ives, 2075. FULTON, William Andrew. Born 27/7/73; son of Mrs. K. Fulton, 37 Bundabah Avenue, St. Ives, 2075. GALL, Samuel Sinclair. Born 21/4/74; son of P. H. Gall, Esq., 10 Wattle Crescent, Moree, 2400. GIBBS, Nicholas Paul. Born 21/10/73; son of P. R. Gibbs, Esq., 53 Kenneth Road, Manly Vale, 2093. GILMOUR, Benjamin Norman. Born 6/9/75; son of K. M. Gilmour, Esq., 482 Mowbray Road, Lane Cove, 2066. GOODSIR, Benjamin Andrew Campbell. Born 29/10/73; son of D. H. Goodsir, Esq., 1 Windward Avenue, Mosman, 2088. GRAHAM, Charles James Montgomery. Born 17/1/74; son of J. P. Graham, Esq., 12 Gangall Street, Warrawee, 2074. GRIFFIN, Richard Benison. Born 17/12/73; son of R. G. Griffin, Esq., 46 Lucretia Avenue, Longueville, 2066. HARRICKS, James Edward Hugh. Bom 12/8/73; son of T. J. Harricks, Esq., 38 Kuringai Avenue, Turramurra, 2074. HAWKER, Kieran Richard Elkington. Born 17/8/69; son of Dr. R. E. Hawker, 13 Allen Street, Glebe, 2037. HAWKINS, Cameron Alexander. Born 16/10/76; son of C. W. Hawkins, Esq., 55 Epping Drive, Frenchs Forest, 2086. HAZELL, Douglas Richmond. Born 4/11/73; son of T. R. Hazell, Esq., 10 Carrington Avenue, Mosman, 2088. HEMMING, Andrew Sinclair. Born 20/7/77; son of P. Hemming, Esq., 25 Queen Street, Mosman, 2088. HENDERSON, Hamish David. Born 5/9/74; son of Dr. J. J. Henderson, 9 Reginald Street, Cremorne, 2090. HEWETT, Timothy Mark. Bom 16/5/77; son of R. E. Hewett, Esq., 4 Georgina Close, Wahroonga, 2076. HOLT, Simon Wellesley. Born 2/2/77; son of J. W. Holt, Esq., 3 Lavoni Street, Mosman, 2088. HONE, Michael James. Bom 8/11/73; son of F. A. Hone, Esq., 74 Chelmsford Avenue, Lindfield, 2070. HUGHES, Andrew Wallace. Bom 2/1/76; son of D. G. Hughes, Esq., 30 Rickard Avenue, Mosman, 2088. HUMPHRIES, Ian Charles. Born 29/10/68; son of G. S. Humphries, Esq., 133 Fishing Point Road, Fishing Point, 2283. HUNTER, Charles Christopher Guy Forster. Born 3/6/76; son of Dr. J. C. Hunter, 65 Kelleaton Street, St. Ives, 2075. HYLES, Jonathan William Travers. Born 29/11/74; son of J. R. W. Hyles, Esq., "Sharrow", Bungendore, 2621. . JACKSON, Hugh Richard. Born 1/6/73; son of R. H. Jackson, Esq., 5 Lansdowne Avenue, Wagga Wagga, 2650. JONES, Brendan Philip Wallace. Born 11/2/74; son of P. W. Jones, ESQ.. 42 Lvnbara Avpnin=> fit luo 262 14297 14298 14299 14300 14301 14302 14303 14304 14305 14306 14307 14308 14309 14310 14311 14312 14313 14314 14315 14316 14317 14318 14319 14320 THE TORCH BEARER JUDD, Stephen James. Born 2/8/73; son of J. R. Judd, Esq., 1 Parker Close, Beecroft, 2119. KELLY, John McClelland Dean. Born 19/6/76; son of A. D. Kelly, Esq., c/- 90 Eastern Road, Turramurra, 2074. KENNEDY, Alexander Edward. Born 6/10/77; son of Dr. I. H. Kennedy, 23 Awaba Street, Mosman, 2088. KERNAGHAN, Nicholas James Emmett. Bom 27/6/76; son of P. J. Kemaghan, Esq., 33 Nelson Street, Gordon, 2072. KING, Daniel Stuart. Born 8/1/74; son of A. S. King, Esq., 7 Kiparra Street, West Pymble, 2073. KING, Timothy John. Bom 14/8/73; son of J. W. King, Esq., 52 Ada Avenue, Wahroonga, 2076. KING, Triston Antony Rodon. Born 17/6/74; son of J. R. King, Esq., 20 Lower Boyle Street, Cremome, 2090. KINGSMILL, Stuart Guy. Born 23/8/76; son of J. C. Kingsmill, Esq., 3 Emperor Place, Forestville, 2087. KLEM, Angus John. Bom 3/12/73; son of J. R. Klem, Esq., "Girrakool", RMB 738, Goulbum, 2580. LANGDON, Shane Austin. Born 20/10/73; son of P. W. Langdon, Esq., 10 The Crest, Frenchs Forest, 2086. LEEDER, Hunter Goodwin Palmer. Born 22/8/73; son of P. R. G. Leeder, Esq., Dog Trap Road, Ourimbah, 2258. LE LIEVRE, Grant. Born 27/3/70; son of M. Le Lievre, Esq., 12 Priory Close, St. Ives, 2075. LILLYCROP, Anthony David. Born 5/5/74; son of D. N. Lillycrop, Esq., 8 Evans Street, West Pymble, 2073. LOTZ, Peter Cunningham. Born 28/5/76; son of A. C. Lotz, Esq., 14 Locksley Street, Killara, 2071. LOVELL, Tasman (Tom) Douglas. Born 29/10/73; son of S. J. T. Lovell, Esq., 4 Seymour Close, Wahroonga, 2076. LUCAS, Anthony Kenneth. Born 13/5/74; son of G. K. Lucas, Esq., 4 Miramont Avenue, Lane Cove, 2066. LUCKOCK, Thomas Wilfred. Born 28/2/74; son of C. R. Luckock, Esq., 11 St. Lawrence Street, Greenwich, 2065. LYE, Derek Robert. Born 7/2/70; son of S. G. Lye, Esq., 52 Cutler Road, Clontarf, 2093. LYNE, Geoffrey Scott. Born 19/4/70; son of J. T. Lyne, Esq., "Flagstaff", Cootamundra, 2590. MACKELLAR, Cameron Michael Robert. Born 26/8/75; son of The Hon. M. J. R. MacKellar, 1 Lewis Street, Balgowlah Heights, 2093. MACKENZIE, Scott Alastair. Born 2/8/73; son of A. H. Mackenzie, Esq., "Bokhara Plains", Brewarrina, 2839. MACLEAN, Andrew. Born 2/5/74; son of C. R. Maclean, Esq., "Old Boorooma", Walgett, 2832. MACLENNAN, Sturt Alexander. Born 9/4/75; son of D. S. Maclennan, Esq., 44 Nelson Street, Gordon, 2072. MALONEY, Peter Paul Charles. Born 11/7/70; son of Dr. J. THE TORCH BEARER 14321 14322 14323 14324 14325 14326 14327 14328 14329 14330 14331 14332 14333 14334 14335 14336 14337 14338 14339 14340 14341 14342 14343 263 B. Maloney, 15 Elizabeth Street, Mangerton, 2500. MANNING, William Andrew. Born 28/6/76; son of W. I. Manning, Esq., 21 Shellcove Road, Neutral Bay, 2089. MASLIN, John William. Born 19/11/73; son of R. B. Maslin, Esq., "Warrakimbo", Caragabal, 2810. McGLYNN, Ashley Ronald. Born 17/2/78; son of R. E. McGlynn, Esq., 39 Bay Road, Waverton, 2060. McGUINESS, Thomas Frederick. Born 26/2/74; son of G. B. McGuinness, Esq., "Bigga Station", Bigga, 2583. McKAY, Thomas (Tom) Alexander. Born 10/1/77; son of A. J. McKay, Esq., 44 Stanton Road, Mosman, 2088. McKINNON, Angus Malcolm. Born 15/12/71; son of A. M. McKinnon, Esq., 34 Hobart Avenue, Lindfield, 2070. McLELLAND, Robert Scott. Born 1/1/76; son of R. F. McLelland, Esq., c/- 31 Avon Road, Pymble, 2073. McMICHAEL, Tristan James Heighway. Born 11/12/73; son of M. H. McMichael, Esq., c/- 14 Boomerang Street, Turramurra, 2074. McNAMARA, Anthony Peter. Born 28/2/72; son of P. McNamara, Esq., 16 Monterey Street, St. Ives, 2075. MENCK, Paul James. Born 20/9/73; son of O. J. Menck, Esq., 44 Boolarong Road, St. Ives, 2075. MEYERS, Phillip John Andrew. Born 9/6/77; son of J. E. N. Meyers, Esq., 86 Melwood Avenue, Killamey Heights, 2087. MILLER, Paul Douglas Brodie. Born 22/4/73; son of R. E. V. Miller, Esq., P.O. Box 241, Swansea, 2281. MILLER, Peter Russell Victor. Born 24/9/69; son of R. E. V. Miller, Esq., P.O. Box 241, Swansea, 2281. MILLYARD, (born Daffy) Jorian. Born 10/2/71; son of R. L. Millyard, 10 Waterview Street, Balmain, 2041. MINCHIN, Mark Rodney. Born 21/8/73; son of Mrs. J. A. Minchin, 15 Harcourt Street, East Killara, 2071. MITCHELHILL, Alexander (Sandy) Colin. Born 13/7/77; son of P. W. Mitchelhill, Esq., 25 Cecil Street, Gordon, 2072. MITCHELHILL, Samuel (Sam) White. Born 13/7/77; son of P. W. Mitchelhill, Esq., 25 Cecil Street, Gordon, 2072. MONTI, Jared Samuel. Born 21/12/73; son of Dr. B. B. E. Monti, c/- 41 Hallam Avenue, Lane Cove West, 2066. MOSS, Lindsay. Born 1/12/73; son of Dr. D. V. Moss, 6 Pukarra Place, Cromer, 2099. MUNNINGS, Daniel Richard. Born 17/4/74; son of R. K. Munnings, Esq., 67 Raglan Street, Mosman, 2088. MUNRO, Allen Kenneth. Born 8/10/68; son of K. R. Munro. Esq., "Murilba", Coonamble, 2829. MURCHISON, Scott Timothy. Born 24/8/73; son of K. I. Murchison, Esq., 21 Calvert Avenue, Killara, 2072. NORTHAM, Christopher Maxwell William. Born 15/3/78; son of R. M. Northam, Esq., 39 Aubin Street, Neutral Bay, 2089. 264 14344 14345 14346 14347 14348 14349 14350 14351 14352 14353 14354 14355 14356 14357 14358 14359 14360 14361 14362 14363 14364 14365 14366 14367 THE TORCH BEARER NORTON, Anthony Montague. Bom 5/6/74; son of M. M. Norton, Esq., 38 Canberra, Crescent, East Lindfield, 2070. NORTON, Jeremy Clifford. Born 10/10/75; son of M. M. Norton, Esq., 38 Canberra, Crescent, East Lindfield, 2070. OATES, Nicholas William James. Born 7/5/75; son of W. J. Oates, Esq., 23 Highlands Avenue, Gordon, 2072. OLDFIELD, Benython Todd. Born 28/9/73; son of R. A. Oldfield, Esq., 8 Myoora Street, Pymble, 2073. O'YOUNG, Edwin Daniel. Born 8/5/74; son of F. O'Young, Esq., 3 Hal Hammond Place, Belrose, 2085. PARK, Stephen Charles. Born 17/6/76; son of D. C. Park, Esq., 8 Abbott Street, Balgowlah Heights, 2093. PARKER, Michael Andrew. Born 29/5/69; son of R. W. Parker, Esq., "Millridge", Norfolk Island, 2899. PARRY-OKEDEN, William Antony. Born 4/10/70; son of D. M. Parry-Okeden, Esq., 138 Church Street, Mudgee, 2850. PAYNE, Warwick John. Born 12/5/76; son of Dr. J. E. Payne, c/- 21B Baldwin Street, East Gordon, 2072. PEACOCKE, Benjamin (Ben) Guy Beresford. Born 10/9/71; son of The Hon. G. B. P. Peacocke, 16 Dalton Street, Dubbo, 2830. PETERSEN, Andrew William. Born 23/12/73; son of P. W. Petersen, Esq., "Brenda", Goodooga, 2838. POULTON, Laidley William Malcolm. Born 14/9/73; son of W. M. Poulton, "Belinfante", Mudgee, 2850. POWER, Christian. Born 4/6/73; son of D. M. Power, Esq., 19 Shellbank Avenue, Cremorne, 2090. PRIOR, Jamie. Born 9/12/74; son of D. N. Prior, 13 Emmett Street, Crows Nest, 2065. PRIOR, Michael John Charles. Born 29/9/73; son of J. C. Prior, Esq., 4 Merrivale Road, Pymble, 2073. RANDALL, Ian Joseph. Born 7/6/73; son of C. Randall, Esq., "Pelerin", Singleton, 2330. REID, Toby Thyne. Born 2/7/73; son of I. T. Reid, Esq., c/32 Mona Road, Darling Point, 2027. REIDY, Benjamin (Ben) Patrick. Born 6/3/74; son of G. T. Reidy, Esq., 28 Rosebery Road, Killara, 2071. ROBERTS, David Fraser. Born 7/11/73; son of G. B. Roberts, Esq., 11 Kywong Road, Elanora Heights, 2101. ROBERTS, Justin Timothy. Born 10/1/74; son of T. C. Roberts, Esq., "Barrygowan", Cunnamulla, Old., 4490. ROBINSON, Angus Charles. Born 13/12/76; son of D. B. R. Robinson, Esq., 51 Greengate Road, Killara, 2071. ROBINSON, Hugh Rokeby. Born 13/12/76; son of D. B. R. Robinson, Esq., 51 Greengate Road, Killara, 2071. ROBSON, Andrew Mark. Born 22/2/77; son of H. V. Robson, Esq., 23 Halloran Avenue, Davidson, 2085. ROLLASON, Hamish John. Born 7/7/76; son of J. C. THE TORCH BEARER 14368 14369 14370 14371 14372 14373 14374 14375 14376 14377 14378 14379 14380 14381 14382 14383 14384 14385 14386 14387 14388 14389 14390 265 Rollason, Esq., 27 Dalton Road, Mosman, 2088. SCAMMELL, David James. Born 7/4/74; son of R. E. Scammell, Esq.* "Avoca Valley", Canowindra, 2804. SCHMIDT, Charles James Douglas. Born 26/6/73; son of G. C. Schmidt, Esq., "Riverview", Sutton, 2620. SCHMIDT, David Geoffrey. Born 26/6/70; son of G. C. Schmidt, Esq., "Riverview", Sutton, 2620. SCHOLLBACH, Hayden Frederick. Born 7/4/70; son of I. F. Schollbach, Esq., 1A David Street, Clifton Gardens, 2088. SEBESTYEN, Frank Joseph. Born 15/3/69; son of F. J. Sebestyen, Esq., 130 Koola Avenue, East Killara, 2071. SELLERS, Ashley Clark. Born 11/10/68; son of Mrs. L. J. Betteridge, 56 Heathcliff Crescent, Balgowlah Heights, 2093. SENIOR, Justin John. Born 16/1/77; son of R. D. Senior, Esq., 45A Archbold Road, Roseville, 2069. SHADFORTH, Thomas Elliott. Born 25/6/74; son of G. T. Shadforth, Esq., 171A Barrenjoey Road, Newport, 2106. SHANNON, James William Anthony. Born 22/4/77; son of W. K. B. Shannon, Esq., 8 Lindsay Close, Pymble, 2073. SHEARDOWN, Stuart Anthony. Born 3/11/73; son of K. A. Sheardown, Esq., "Lindouray", Rivers Road, Canowindra, 2804. SIDWELL, James Stephen Charles. Born 11/11/73; son of Dr. W. T. L. Sidwell, 9 Waterhouse Avenue, St. Ives, 2075. SIMPSON, Peter Warwick Lincoln. Born 30/3/74; son of W. L. Simpson, Esq., 5 Winto Street, Warrawee, 2074. SLACK-SMITH, David James. Born 15/2/74; son of G. E. Slack-Smith, Esq., "Wyndella", Burren Junction, 2386. SMAILES, Andrew Pearson John. Born 15/6/77; son of J. A. C. Smailes, 3 Inkerman Street, Mosman, 2088. SMITH, Derek William. Born 17/4/74; son of R. W. Smith, Esq., "Woodside", Coonamble, 2829. SMITH, Ian Clive Mitchell. Born 14/9/73; son of B. M. Smith, Esq., "Glenwood", Wellington, 2820. ST. CLAIR, Cameron Alan. Born 31/12/73; son of A. S. St. Clair, Esq., 20 Browns Road, Gordon, 2072. STEPHENSON, Gregory Ian. Born 24/7/74; son of I. T. Stephenson, Esq., 20 Rosedale Road, Gordon, 2072. STOKES, Robert Gordon. Born 17/1/74; son of Dr. G. S. Stokes, Esq., 15 Mclntosh Street, Gordon, 2072. STUCKEY, Andrew Michael. Born 9/8/73; son of Dr. M. E. V. Stuckey, 18 Nelson Road, Lindfield, 2070. STURROCK, Angus John. Born 16/7/73; son of J. N. Sturrock* Esq., 42 Maroa Crescent, Allambie, 2100. SUTTON, Peter Henry Myles. Born 12/1/76; son of H. L. Sutton, Esq., 117 Wallumatta Road, Newport, 2106. SUTTOR, Ben Lindon Eames. Born 13/7/73; son of W. A. 266 14391 14392 14393 14394 14395 14396 14397 14398 14399 14400 14401 14402 14403 14404 14405 14406 14407 14408 14409 14410 14411 14412 14413 THE TORCH BEARER Suttor, Esq., "Tara", ilford, 2850. TAM, Lyndon Man Chung. Born 13/3/74; son of A. Tarn, Esq., 5 Hartley Close, North Turramurra, 2074. TEICHERT, Bruce Garratt. Born 24/4/74; son of K. D. Teichert, Esq., 20 Luxor Parade, Roseville, 2069. THOMAS, Graham Michael Ward. Born 2/3/74; son of B. B. W. Thomas, Esq., 50 Gould Avenue, St. Ives, 2075. THOMAS, Scott Owen John. Born 12/7/74; son of W. B. Thomas, Esq., 28 Richmond Avenue, Cremorne, 2090. THOMPSON, Richard Jack. Born 20/6/73; son of J. N. Thompson, Esq., Currency Lass Hotel, 205 High Street, Maitland, 2320. TODMAN, Angus Savigny. Born 10/2/74; son of A. R. Todman, Esq., 101 Middle Harbour Road, Lindfield, 2070. TODMAN, Simon James Alexander. Born 21/7/75; son of A. R. Todman, Esq., 101 Middle Harbour Road, Lindfield, 2070. TONGUE, Martin John. Born 8/6/70; son of Captain R. J. Tongue, 13 Parnell Street, East Killara, 2071. TONKIN, Geoffrey John. Born 14/12/74; son of G. J. Tonkin, Esq., "Murrabar", Cumnock, 2867. TONKIN, Duncan Alexander. Born 25/6/76; son of I. A. Tonkin, Esq., 32 Treatts Road, Lindfield, 2070. TURLEY, Benjamin Alexander. Born 13/1/74; son of The Venerable, L. A. Turley, St. Saviour's Cathedral Rectory, 10 Church Street, Goulburn, 2580. TYRRELL, Andrew de Vere. Born 9/3/76; son of J. de V. Tyrrell, Esq., 10 Birdwood Avenue, Lane Cove, 2066. WALKER, Roderick Kissane. Born 11/8/69; son of R. B. Walker, Esq., 50 Sea Street, West Kempsey, 2440. WARNER, Ben Nicholas. Born 14/5/74; son of J. D. Warner, Esq., 3A Awaba Street, Balmoral, 2088. WATSON, Hugh Stanton. Born 22/10/76; son of B. H. Watson, 37 Marian Street, Killara, 2071. WEBB, Andrew James. Born 28/2/7'4; son of M. P. Webb, Esq., c/- 86 Kitchener Road, St. Ives, 2075. WENDEN, Richard John. Bom 14/9/76; son of J. S. Wenden, Esq., 3 Derby Street, St. Ives, 2075. STARK, Nicholas James. Born 14/11/73; son of Mrs. D. E. Stark, 2A Kallang Parade, Wahroonga, 2076. WHITFIELD, Paul Anthony. Born 21/7/73; son of A. G. Whitfield, Esq., 25 Horace Street, St. Ives, 2075. WHYBROW, David Andrew. Born 19/12/73; son of A. M. Whybrow, Esq., 27 Kitchener Street, St. Ives, 2075. WIEDERMAN, Steven. Born 14/9/73; son of R. G. Griffin, Esq., 46 Lucretia Avenue, Longueville, 2066. WILLIAMS, Brendan James. Born 10/7/77; son of R. J. Williams, Esq., 122 St. John's Avenue, Gordon, 2072. WILLIAMS, Nicholas Mitchell. Born 4/2/74; son of R. F. THE TORCH BEARER 14414 14415 14416 14417 14421 14422 14423 14424 267 Williams, Esq., 15 Calvert Avenue, Killara, 2071. WILLIAMS, Simon David. Born 25/8/73; son of J. R. Williams, Esq., 29 Wyvern Avenue, Chatswood, 2067. WILSON, Richard Bainbrigge. Born 19/2/70; son of W. H. Wilson, Esq., "Burkekin", Collarenebri, 2833. WOLFE, Adrian Clive. Born 10/12/74; son of Dr. C. A. Wolfe, 30 Milray Avenue, Wollstonecraft, 2065. WOOD, Justin Trent. Born 13/11/75; son of P. M. Wood, Esq., 15 Bradleys Head Road, Mosman, 2088. Entered Term II, 1986 ARNOT, Matthew Cranston. Born 16/7/68; son of Dr. F. S. Arnot, 57 Carlingford Road, Epping, 2121. NADE, Nicholas Charles Radcliffe. Born 18/3/70; son of Professor S. Nade, 86 Carrington Road, Wahroonga, 2076. Entered Term III, 1986 PYM, Andrew John Alexander. Born 26/8/70; son of J. M. E. Pym, Esq., 36 King Street, Newport, 2106. BARNES, Andrew Peter. Born 30/12/74; son of P. L. Barnes, Esq., 21 Church Street, Pymble, 2073. INDEX Adventure Training AIRTC Athletics Barry House Calendar, 1987 Chapel notes Cross Country Crusaders Debating Edwards B. J Foundation Golf Hodges House Howard, Malcolm Library Music Original Contributions Old Boys' Notes Our Town Preparatory School Art Athletics Concert Crusaders Debating Fort Denison Library Music Original Contributions Purves House Rugby Tennis Tournament Register Appendix Robson House Rusty Bugles School House School notes Shooting Silvester, Conrad Soccer Staff List Vitai Lampada Tradunt 123 24 108 164 33 15 93 23 127 10 256 105 165 15 31 140 147 221 129 170 177 205 183 176 179 186 171 181 187 171 201 220 258 167 134 168 8 99 11 85 3 253