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Christ Church Grammar School

Locality: Perth, Western Australia

Phone: +61 8 9442 1528

Address: PO Box 399, Claremont, Western Australia 6910 6910 Perth, WA, Australia

Website: http://oldboys.ccgs.wa.edu.au/

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24.01.2022 Gareth Shanthikumar (15) joined Year 10 students today for intimate discussions about masculinity, as part of Mens Health Week. Director of The Wynne Centre for Boys Health and Wellbeing, Liam Casson, said Gareth related well to the boys as they discussed language and attitudes of male culture and factors that influence relationships. Thanks Gareth for your positive contribution.

24.01.2022 Legendary Yachtsman, Jon Sanders (55), has made headlines today in The Australian as he faces corona virus lock down at the Caribbean island of Saint Martin during his 11th circumnavigation. He faced treacherous seas and high winds between Mauritius and Cape Town earlier in the journey. Now at anchor, Jon is reportedly bored witless and has run out of varnish but otherwise in good spirits.

24.01.2022 Our global network is connecting through tough times. Thank you to the old boys around the world who have shared stories with the Alumni Office of isolation, workplace adjustment and changes to society norms once taken for granted. Good has emerged too so please keep sharing. What is your experience as we settle into a very different normal?

23.01.2022 The Class of 2011 was well represented at the OBA Sundowner last night, joining a large crowd at Claremont Yacht Club including past teachers Arthur Pate (’53) and Honorary Life Member, Ray House. Stepping down from the Old Boys’ Association committee were Tom Nattrass (’93) and David Payne (’78) who were recognised for their dedication, varied responsibilities and achievements over the years. Do you have a special message for Tom and David?

23.01.2022 Old Boy Jason Lu ('20) returned to the School this week to share valuable life lessons for success, personally and academically. Thanks Jason and the other 99 Club graduates of 2020 who joined the Assembly and inspired current students.

23.01.2022 November is the month where no moustache can go wrong! Movember is an annual event run to raise awareness and funds to support men’s health initiatives. Here’s Neil Smithson (‘77) with a pretty impressive ‘stache! Who’s got the best Old Boys’ Mo’? Share your photos below! au.movember.com/

22.01.2022 Excitement is building as the CCGS 1st Football team show promising performance, encouraged by players from the mid 80s who have sons playing. Could this be an historic shift in footy culture for our side? Join tomorrows away game at Scotch starting at 10:45am.

22.01.2022 Liam Henry has been selected to make his AFL debut for the Fremantle Dockers against the Sydney Swans in Round 13 of the 2020 AFL Premiership Season. Follow Liams excitement ahead of the Indigenous Round this week.

21.01.2022 Marking National Reconciliation Week, we share an inspiring story of old boy Lewis Henry (17) who returned to Garnduwa to work and give back to the community. https://www.ccgs.wa.edu.au//lewis-henry-reflects-on-his-ti

20.01.2022 OBA Covid-19 Assistance Response Effort (CARE), delivering meals to our oldest old boys in time of need. https://drive.google.com/open

20.01.2022 In the latest OBA newsletter Matt Caddy (03) reports from Shanghai and Charlie Perkins (87) reports New York City, sharing their experiences of COVID-19 hotspots. These stories and more are available in your inbox or here. http://ap.ptly.com/API/Communication.aspx

20.01.2022 Frozen meals prepared at The Subiaco Hotel have been home delivered to vulnerable old boys today and will continue for the next few weeks as the OBA roll out a COVID-19 Care Response Effort. In these times of uncertainty the safety and well being of our old boys continues to be our highest priority. Special thanks to Lawson Douglas and Dave Allan, cohort of 00, for their support.

19.01.2022 Tim Minchin - Legend of the Old Boys' Association - grabs media attention in The Weekend Australian, out now.

19.01.2022 Proud to follow a recent CCGS graduate as we celebrate NAIDOC week.

18.01.2022 Recognise this member of staff? As the Director of Planning and Co-Curricular, Mark Morrissy has been maintaining social distance measures on campus since the students returned to School last week. No easy feat but after 30 years at CCGS Mr Morrissy has plenty of experience to keep the boys in line.

18.01.2022 With Mens Health Week upon us, its timely to consider what this means to you. Issues ranging from physical health, mental health, relationships, social isolation, violence, boys transition into manhood and challenges of fatherhood are all part of the narrative. https://www.amhf.org.au/fact-sheets

18.01.2022 This Sunday Christ Church Grammar School will open its doors to the Preparatory School for parents interested in the amazing programs, facilities and teaching on offer. Scroll below for details. https://www.facebook.com/CCGSClaremont/videos/557734961597649/

18.01.2022 The CCGS Class of 1990 had their 30-year reunion earlier in the month, with over 50 Old Boys coming together! The group had the opportunity to tour the School and reminisce on times gone by, followed by drinks and a light meal at Steves Bar & Cafe. These photos were taken at the beginning of the night, how did the rest of the reunion go?

17.01.2022 The Year 12 Ball last Saturday was a welcome return to tradition following the disruption of COVID-19 over the past 6 months. Back in the 1950s Rowers and Prefects dances provided a welcome opportunity for the boys to socialise, but also offered a chance to raise money for various causes. Held in the School Memorial Hall amongst streamers and Chinese lanterns, the 1957 Prefects Dance was hailed a great social and financial success. Profits from the dance were donated to the War Memorial Fund.

17.01.2022 Daniel Whitley (19) has demonstrated entrepreneurial spirit with the establishment of his new business, Mobile Digital Sign Hire. Covid-19 put paid to gap year travel plans but Daniel has redirected his focus to Variable-message signs. The signs project a strong marketing presence and are relevant at the moment for end of financial year promotions or social distance messages said Daniel. The signs can also support traffic management, construction and events. Find his company listing on the OBA Business Network Hub or https://www.mdsh.com.au/about-us

17.01.2022 Julius Yu is pursuing his love of music and immersing himself in UWAs culture.

17.01.2022 Mens Health Week 15 - 21 June 2020, we are encouraging all men to start a conversation about their health and wellbeing with someone they trust. The simple act of sharing a concern can turn someones life around.

17.01.2022 If you are heading off to tertiary study this year - or if your son or daughter is - this article from The University of Queensland has tips that will help you get prepared for the year ahead no matter what uni you are heading off to! Once you have enrolled in your course, finalised your living situation and organised all the right gear, set yourself up with healthy study habits to get you through your course! http://ow.ly/fKo950DqRY5

15.01.2022 Special thanks to Jon Bowker (93) for sharing this special photo of his son Luc (Year 4 at CCGS) - and his Dad Dean (55), celebrating Fathers Day. Please share your photos that capture the CCGS community over generations.

15.01.2022 Congratulations to Dr Omar Khorshid (91) on his appointment as President of the Australian Medical Association. Follow his comments on the place of the AMA in shaping government policy and public health. https://www.abc.net.au//ama-president-omar-khorsh/12629100

15.01.2022 Response to the CCGS Old Boys Annual Lunch on Friday 4 September has been fantastic with tables filling quickly. Registration closes on Tuesday so dont delay! For details and booking visit https://oldboys.ccgs.wa.edu.au/2020annualobalunch

15.01.2022 In this turbulent period CCGS old boys have an incredible support network with members looking out for each other. An elbow nudge is as good as a handshake. A phone call or DM is (almost) as good as a pint at the pub. Stay safe. Let the Alumni Office know if we can help.

14.01.2022 Edward Elias (19) was appointed as an Officer Cadet in the Australian Army yesterday. He will be posted to the Western Australia University Regiment, based in Fremantle, where he will undergo 2 years of training to become an officer. Congratulations Edward!

14.01.2022 Gratitude, for all that Christ Church Grammar School has been to old boys and the opportunities it offers current students.

14.01.2022 The official opening of the Aquatic Precinct change rooms was celebrated this week, with numerous teams joining a swim challenge to acknowledge the support of donors. The victorious old boys team won the race on handicap (Peter Wallace (00) swims dog paddle) said Jamie Cann (88). Peter defended his performance claiming "Mr Rotto Solo (Zac Vinten 11) was the weak link, failing to meet expectations of a 10 second flat".The old boys team came third....last.

14.01.2022 All the best Liam!

14.01.2022 Public Service Announcement: Valentine’s Day is coming up on the 14th of February - if you’re usually the type of gent that forgets this event, perhaps your partner can thank us this year! Pictured is the Prefects Dance of 1957 with Students Richard Ferguson, Michael Walker, Davis Giles, Bill Moran, John Garrett, Kay Lewis, Penny Stephenson, Susan Dunbar, Helen Preston and Mary Slattery and the Rowers Dance of 1956 - with Jon Tytherliegh, Peta-Anne Nelsen and Bill Vernon with Helen Boys.

13.01.2022 2020 marks the 50th anniversary of the Christ Church Grammar School Chapel. In dedicating the chapel, Archbishop Geoffrey Sambell said that it was intended to serve the totality of a boys life, expressing Headmaster Moyes vision that the chapel would be a place not only for worship but also for education and the development of a deep concern for others.

12.01.2022 What are the similarities and differences between boarding today and in the past? Follow the experience of James Sarre in this short clip to learn what is offered to current boarding students.

12.01.2022 Old boys are encouraged to check-in with mates in recognition of Are You OK Day. Its all about caring for our community, today and every day.

11.01.2022 Old boys are encouraged to support the Christ Church Annual Appeal including the Old Boys Association Scholarship Trust. Since its establishment in 1917, through donations from our whole school community, the Trust has provided almost 50 boys a Christ Church education. These young men have brought to the School diverse skill sets that have further contributed to and enriched our community.

11.01.2022 During these challenging times, it pays to look back on the past to remind ourselves that we have faced challenges before and have adapted and thrived. During the 1950s WA was in the grip of a polio outbreak. A snap shot of how this contagion effected the School was carried in the April issue of the OBA newsletter. For this story and more visit http://ap.ptly.com/API/Communication.aspx

11.01.2022 Old boy events have returned in Perth, while thoughts go out to 260 alumni living in Victoria who cant enjoy such privilege. Following the easing of Covid-19 social distancing restrictions in WA, older alumni celebrated with morning tea on campus last week. Dear Victorians, your time will come and we will welcome you back with open arms.

10.01.2022 News just received...use of the combined CCGS and MLC Aquatic Precinct is now available to old boys. Enjoy! For details visit https://www.ccgs.wa.edu.au/ccg/pool-and-weights-room-access

06.01.2022 The Old Boys Annual Lunch last week was a great success, with Charlie Watson (00) drawing a large crowd. Tim Connell (11), Daniel Prior (04 ) and Cameron Agnew (93) shared their thoughts about catching up with mates, networking and interest in the speakers. Fellowship continued well into the night at the adjoining Tiger Bar.

05.01.2022 Thank you to all old boys who have helped the School make a difference through this years annual appeal CCGS Strong. CCGS Proud.

05.01.2022 Christ Church Grammar School will be in Esperance this Thursday to co-host a sundowner with St Hildas Anglican School for Girls. Staff will share information about our boarding community and academic programs. Breakfast appointments are also available on Friday 18 September for those unable to make the sundowner. For further information please follow the registration page

04.01.2022 Check out the hairstyles from 1973...priceless! Can you name the students? Heres a clue...Richard Pestell (75) supplied the photos of the Debating and Athletics teams.

03.01.2022 Following a win against Guildford in the Football 1st team on Saturday, CCGS is now placed second on the PSA ladder. The School is holding first place for Badminton and Hockey while our Cross Country, Rugby and Soccer 1st teams are third. The boys play Wesley at home this week, so please support them as we move into the business end of the season. http://sport.ccgs.wa.edu.au/Fixtures_Teams.asp?Id=28729

01.01.2022 The Old Boys Annual Lunch, a highlight of the OBA calendar, will be held on Friday 4 September. Look for details sent to your email today and carried in the latest issue of the newsletter. This special event is not to be missed!