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24.01.2022 On Friday last week we held our 2020 Golden Alumni Function which was well attended with 170 guests travelling from all over Australia. Our Principal invited Alumni members from PLC Orange and Wolaroi College, who completed their schooling more than 50 years ago to attend our event. It was a fantastic day that included a chapel service followed by school tours; lunch was then served within our Derek Pigot Auditorium. It was great to see so many people reconnecting and remini...scing. Our special guest speaker for the event was Mr Gary Dudgeon from the Class of 1970, who spoke about his efforts in bringing his peers back together after many years of lost contact. The Class of 1970 is one of our most connected and active year groups amongst our Alumni community, with many trips and overseas holidays which happen amongst this group of friends on a yearly basis. Thank you to all those individuals who attended, we hope to see you at our next event. This photo gallery will soon be available on our schools website.

23.01.2022 On their last school day, the HSC Class of 2020 enjoyed Valete Chapel Services to celebrate their journey, to give thanks and to share prayers for the future. As their Mentors acknowledged every student individually, it was a morning full of laughter and sentimentality. #classof2020 #kinrosswolaroischool #farewell

22.01.2022 Chris Tremain (Class of 2009) is heading back to Sydney Thunder, after signing a new three year deal ahead of the upcoming KFC Big Bash League season. Chris returns to the Thunder line up after playing with the Melbourne Renegades in previous years. From our entire school community we wish Chris the best for his upcoming season! #kinrosswolaroischool #orangensw #cricket #bigbash #thundernation... https://www.sydneythunder.com.au//tremain-joins/2019-10-16

22.01.2022 2020 Ex-Students' Association AGM Notice: Saturday 14 March 2020 - 9:30am Wolaroi Mansion Boardroom... All welcome to attend.

22.01.2022 Congratulations to Alexandra Wallace (Class of 2009) who has recently been named as the 2019 Miss Supranational Australia. The winner of Miss Supranational Australia represents the modern success driven entrepreneurial women with beauty, charisma, personality and a desire to use their platform for positive social influence amongst society. Alexandra is an extremely driven individual who holds a Bachelor’s degree in Biodiversity and Conservation and is currently studying a Ce...rtificate IV in Veterinary Nursing and an Executive Diploma in Zoology. After her studies, she hopes to go into Wildlife Veterinary Nursing and Conservation. The world crowning for the Miss Supranational is next month in Poland, what a fantastic experience! Congratulations Alexandra. https://www.misssupranationalaustralia.com/

20.01.2022 Dear Alumni, A reminder that our ESA Christmas Function (13th Dec) is just around the corner. RSVP’s are due this Friday the 29th of November at 4:00pm. If you plan to attend, please reserve your free ticket at the following link: https://www.trybooking.com/BGPTK . There is no cost to Alumni members to attend and there are non-Alumni tickets available. Attendees will be provided with two (2) drink tokens for house beer and or wine and nibbles will be provided. ... In response to feedback provided from Alumni members, the Association is looking to hold a number of these social and networking events in the future, so it would be great if you could attend and help spread the word. We hope to see you there! Kind regards, The Ex-Students’ Association

16.01.2022 Dear Alumni and Community Members, As the Class of 2019 approach their final weeks at KWS along with their HSC examinations; many are preparing to undertake further studies, enter the workforce and commence gap year experiences. If you are aware of any upcoming employment opportunities including casual work, holiday vacancies, traineeships and/or apprenticeships many of our current Year 12 students would be very interested! Shortly we will have students looking to enter the ...workforce full-time, others will be exploring options to obtain employment whilst studying and many will be considering options for their gap year. If you are aware of any upcoming opportunities, we would love to share this information with our Class of 2019; please feel free to send an email to [email protected]. We will have Alumni members all over Australia and even around the globe, so any relevant information will be greatly appreciated. Kind regards, KWS Ex-Students’ Association

15.01.2022 Stream External Nocturnal on all streaming platforms now!! Thankyou so much to everyone who has had a part in this project, big or small, and the time they have given

14.01.2022 Dear KWS Alumni, Our very special COVID-19 edition of The Chronicle Magazine is out now! This issue looks back on the first half of 2020, an astounding and historic period of both disruption and innovation. We’ve tried to capture some unique stories and viewpoints to document the remarkable way that the school and its dynamic community have become stronger and more unified in response to a once-in-a-century pandemic. ... We also share the stories of a number of Alumni - this edition features Gary Dudgeon (Class of 1970), Johanna Leader (Class of 1999), Grant Garey (Class of 1989), Eleni Cassimatis (Class of 2012) and Isabella Kerr (Class of 2014). To view the digital version of Issue 9 of The Chronicle Magazine, please follow the below link to our website: https://www.kws.nsw.edu.au/news/chronicle If you would like to become involved or reconnect with the Ex-Students Association or if you would like to update your details, please get in touch via: [email protected] We hope that you enjoy reading this unique edition of The Chronicle as much as we have enjoyed pulling it all together.

14.01.2022 It’s great to see that two of our former students have made the female Rugby 7’s squad after a nationwide DreamBigTime tour search. Members of Rugby Australia’s high performance team have been touring the country in search of future First Nations Rugby talent. Courtney Currie (Class of 2018) and Leilanie Andrews former Year 10 student (Class of 2015) are now both based in Taree and will join players from all over the country for their upcoming Rugby 7’s training camp. The sq...uad is made up of 20 First Nations players who will assemble for a three day training camp in Sydney on the 25th to 27th of October. Following the camp the squads will go on to compete in the Western Sydney 7’s and Hottest 7’s in Darwin; finishing out the year competing at the Dubai International Invitational Tournament. What a great achievement and experience for both Courtney and Leilanie! We wish them all the best! https://australia.rugby//2/09/12/dream-big-time-team-named

13.01.2022 Dear Alumni, A quick Save the Date post in relation to our 2020 Reunions next year. If you are in the Class of 2015, 2010, 2005, 2000, 1995, 1990, 1985, 1980, 1975 and 1970 your reunions will take place on Saturday the 14th of March 2020. So please save the date and spread the word amongst your peers. ... Exact details are still being confirmed, more information will be provided at a later date. Also, for those of you who are based in Orange, or for those of you that are back in town in December, don’t forget our 2019 ESA Christmas Function on Friday 13th December. Attendance is free and will include a couple of drinks and food from the ESA. RSVP at https://www.trybooking.com/BGPTK If you need to update your contact details, please send an email to [email protected] and include your full name (maiden if necessary), graduating year, residential address and mobile phone number. Kind regards, The KWS Ex-Students’ Association.

13.01.2022 Congratulations to Mark Furze (Class of 2004) a talented actor and musician who appeared on The Voice last night! Mark clearly enjoyed the experience, as did the judges, landing a four chair turn with an Ed Sheeran song. We can’t wait to see what the rest of the season holds for Mark! https://9now.nine.com.au//7c8a690e-3bb0-49a9-b841-29920397

13.01.2022 In case you missed the event that was created earlier this week! The KWS Ex-Students’ Association would like to invite our Alumni to our 2019 Christmas Function. This event will be held on Friday 13 December at 6:30pm in the Function Room at the Parkview Hotel Orange. This is a free event for our Alumni members to attend and will include canapés and two drink tokens. Non-Alumni tickets are available for $30.00 per person. Attendance is strictly by RSVP for catering purposes... and an event guest list will be created. If you plan to attend, RSVP’s are required by the 29th of November. Please note there are limited places, to secure your ticket please head to the following link https://www.trybooking.com/BGPTK We hope to see you there! Please feel free to share this post, or tag any of your peers that may not be aware! Kind regards, KWS Ex-Students Association.

13.01.2022 To mark the start of National Reconciliation Week, Rugby Australia shared a sneak peek of some of the stars they found on the #DreamBigTime tour. The First Nation Rugby Sevens features two female ex-students Leilanie Andrews (Class 2015) and Courtney Currie (class of 2018). We can't wait to see what the future holds! Congratulations to Leilanie and Courtney!

12.01.2022 Congratulations to Grace Hamilton (Class of 2009) who has been recently named as the NSW Waratahs Super W Player of the Year at their 2020 awards ceremony. Grace who is also the captain of the Wallaroos has now earned the Super W Player of the Year title in back-to-back seasons! Further to this, Grace expanded her sporting endeavors over the weekend, where she joined the NRLW Sydney Roosters side against the New Zealand Warriors at Bankwest Stadium. With restrictions around I...nternational Rugby Union fixtures ahead of the 2021 World Cup and games being called off, Grace jumped at the opportunity to play in the NRLW here in Australia. Grace is an incredible athlete who will quickly make a name for herself within the NRLW competition. Good luck Grace! #kinrosswolaroischool #orangensw #womeninsport #rugbyunion #rugbyleague

12.01.2022 Congratulations to Ms Pip Job (Class of 1996) who was awarded a Public Service Medal as part of the Governor-General's 2020 Australia Day Honours list. Ms Job received this accolade for her outstanding public service and commitment to drought affected communities in NSW. In recent years Pip worked tirelessly as the NSW Drought Coordinator to provide a voice for those affected by the drought and her work saw the NSW Government establish drought support programs and packages ...at unprecedented levels. At present, Ms Job is the Manager of Business Resilience programs within the DPI and is described as an innovative, empathetic and respectful leader, whilst having the upmost care and concern for her colleagues and for the people of rural and regional NSW Ms Pip Job is pictured here as the special guest and presenter at our 2019 Speech Day event, alongside our Principal, Dr Andrew Parry and Chair of Council, Mrs Christine McIntosh. From our whole school community we would like to congratulate Pip on this outstanding honour. #kinrosswolaroischool #orangensw

11.01.2022 A fantastic write up from the ABC about Leilanie Andrews (Class of 2015) and her teammate Courtney Currie (Class of 2018) about their experiences within Rugby Union and what the sport has provided. These talented athletes earned selection in the First Nations Sevens women's squad, which came out of Rugby Australia's Dream Big Time tour to unearth Indigenous talent from regional communities. Watch this space, this won't be the last time we hear about the pair. Both women harbour ambitions to play rugby at a higher level, with Currie shooting for the Uni 7s series, and Andrews eyeing off a spot in the NSW Waratahs Super W team. https://www.abc.net.au//leilanie-andrews-struggle/12306542

08.01.2022 Dear KWS Alumni, Issue 8 of The Chronicle Magazine is hot off the press! In this edition, we focus on the importance of boarding in the life of the school - our students and ex-students reflect on the experience of boarding; we introduce you to many of the outstanding staff who care for our boarders; and our leadership team reflect on the value and future of boarding. We also share the stories of a number of Alumni - this edition features Doug Beddie (Class of 1967), David S...unton (Class of 1989), Amy Stevens (Class of 2001), Mitchell Colton (Class of 2008) and Hilary Longhurst (Class of 2009). To view the digital version of the Magazine, please follow the link below! If you would like to become involved or reconnect with the Ex-Students Association or if you would like to update your details, please get in touch via: [email protected] We hope that you enjoy reading this edition of The Chronicle as much as we have enjoyed pulling it all together. https://issuu.com//chronicle_magazine_-_issue_8_-_final_ar

07.01.2022 The Kinross Wolaroi School Community joins with other members of the Orange community to mourn the death of Mr Peter Veenstra OAM, who died on Sunday 27 Septemb...er after a long illness. Deepest condolences are extended from the entire Kinross Wolaroi community to Peter’s family and friends. Mr Veenstra began his employment at Kinross Wolaroi in 1984 and retired at the end of Semester One 1999, after 15 years’ service as a teacher and leader. He was Senior Tutor for 12 years, developing the Tutor system to become a prominent part of School life. During his time at the School he taught Mathematics, Computing Studies, Design & Technology, Agriculture and Religious Education. Peter was heavily involved in the full life of the school and he held a long term role as Head of the Resource Department, which included the ‘Gifted and Talented’ program and academic support. For his final two years he took on the role of Personal Assistant to the Principal, Mr Alan Anderson. From his first year at the School, Mr Veenstra was involved in coaching and supporting the School’s rugby program. He was appointed MIC Rugby in 1991 and in 1992 was a member of the NSW Rugby Union Coaching and Development Committee. For many years he coached the 2nd XV and was Team Manager of the 1st XV. In 1995 he coached the 13B to an undeafeated WAS premiership, with another premiership the following year as the 14B. Peter coached and umpired the 15A and 2nd XI cricket teams as well as athletics over the years. He was also a Lieutenant in the Cadets, running an automotive course where cadets learned to service the School troopies and four-wheel bikes. Peter’s love of rugby persisted throughout his life, seeing him serve as CEO of the Central West Rugby Union for 31 years and decades of service on the Board of the NSW Country Rugby Association, later serving as its Patron. In 2017 he was awarded a Medal of the Order of Australia for service to rugby union, and to the community of Orange. The award acknowledged his work with community organisations including Royal Far West, Australian National Field Days, Orange Police Citizens Youth Club, Lyndon Community Drug and Alcohol Service and as a Councillor for the Cabonne Shire Council. On a light-hearted note, stories of his time at the school include his ‘special’ gear changes whilst driving the bus to Guthega for the annual ski trip, as well as inadvertently dropping Mr Holmes and Mr Hibbard in a location that forced them to carry a boat down a ravine for an ill-fated cadet camp reconnoitre. Peter was a loved and respected member of the Kinross Wolaroi School community.

06.01.2022 Dear Alumni, The KWS Ex-Students’ Association (ESA) is looking to hold a number of events in 2020 and beyond. The aim of these events is to provide our Alumni a social and networking opportunity. These events have been subsidised by the ESA in the past and those that have attended said they were a great opportunity to socialise. Over the next few years the ESA is focused on giving back to our Alumni members and is eager to provide opportunities for individuals to reconnect t...hrough social occasions. As an association we would love to increase the prominence of such events and it would be great if we could receive up to date information for those that may be interested. We understand that updating your contact information can often be of a low priority when moving or when your details change. However, this is important when we look to provide relevant details relating to these social occasions or more importantly our annual school reunion details. The main form of communication from the Association in the future will be through email, but also through this Facebook page and the established Facebook Year group pages. However, your residential address is also helpful in providing information about social occasions that may be occurring in your area. If you could spare a moment it would be greatly appreciated if you could send an email to [email protected] with your Year 12 cohort year, current residential address, contact number and maiden name if necessary. It would be great if you could send this email from your personal email account that you will use indefinitely into the future. If we are provided with an email address that relates to your employment or to an organisation we are unable to maintain contact if that email is no longer valid. Feel free to include your current industry and occupation if you would like. If you are in contact with a large number of your peers, it would be great if you could help spread the word! We hope to see you at one of many functions and reunions in 2020 and beyond. Kind regards, The KWS ESA Association.

06.01.2022 A big shout out to KWS ex-student, Nedd Brockman (2016) who has now run 39 out of 50 marathons in 50 days to raise money for the Australian Red Cross. He has exceeded his first goal to raise $50k for the homeless and people living in poverty, and is now hoping to reach $70k. Nedd, your big heart and amazing energy are an inspiration. Show your support for Ned by donating at: https://fundraise.redcross.org.au/fundraisers/neddbrockmann Follow his journey on Social Media: Instagram: @NeddBrockmann Facebook Group: Nedd's 50 in 50 https://www.facebook.com/Nedds-50-in-50-100203041821789

01.01.2022 Nedd Brockmann (Class of 2016) has set his sights on completing 50 marathons in 50 days to raise awareness for Homelessness. Nedd was a boarder from Forbes when he was a student at KWS, but after moving to Sydney to become a sparky he was convinced to take action after he was stunned by the amount of homelessness he witnessed in the city. You can read the full article here: https://manofmany.com/lifestyle/nedd-brockmann-interview The plan is to complete 50 marathons in 50 days to raise $50,000 for those in need. Nedd is fundraising for the Red Cross to help reach people in need. If you would like to contribute to this worthy cause, please head to: https://fundraise.redcross.org.au/fundraisers/neddbrockmann