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Old Carey Grammarians Association

Locality: Kew, Victoria

Phone: +61 3 9816 1357

Address: 349 Barkers Road 3101 Kew, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.ocga.com.au

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24.01.2022 It was wonderful to see the Year 12s back on campus this week and to welcome them into the Carey alumni community. Today at Bulleen, our Class of 2020 learnt about the opportunities available to them and heard from some of our current alumni about what it means to be an OCG!

22.01.2022 When one door closes, another one opens! Carey farewelled the Class of 2020, while the OCGA welcomed them in as their newest members.This video highlights the many benefits of being a Carey alumni and demonstrates the wonderful and inclusive communty they are about join.

22.01.2022 Every year around Anzac Day, Carey and the OCGA honour our OCGs who served and died in World War II. At this year's Anzac Day Memorial Service, we remembered Squadron Leader George Richard Taylor DFC (1936). George was killed in action on 13 August 1941, when his aircraft was shot down during a bombing raid on Berlin. He was 23 years old. After the service in the newly renovated William Carey Chapel, we heard from current staff member Dira Lok about his experiences as an a...ctive serving member of the Army Reserves. Watch the recording of the Anzac Day Memorial Service: https://carey.instructuremedia.com//f776f292-b7b0-419c-85e Watch the recording of Dira Lok's speech: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1f41t04rMYQ

21.01.2022 As co-founder and CEO of Global Citizen, OCG Hugh Evans (2001) recently partnered with Lady Gaga to hold an online and globally televised concert called ‘One Wo...rld: Together at Home’, which raised $184 million for vaccine development, virus containment efforts and groups supporting frontline healthcare workers during COVID19. This insightful and in-depth article profiles Hugh, his journey, and his inspiring mission to eliminate global poverty. See more

19.01.2022 Carey's Pride Week activities have gone virtual this year, as we celebrate inclusivity and diversity in our community! Here’s a short snippet of the Q&A we held that involved current and past Pride Group members talking about the importance of Carey’s Pride Group and how it has evolved over the last few years.

19.01.2022 With summer hockey finishing up and the winter season just about to begin, the OCHC (Old Carey Hockey Club) are looking for new players of all abilities. You can play on weekends or during the week with the season kicking off this weekend. If you are keen to join or looking for further information, please contact [email protected] For more details including FAQs, you can visit the Hockey Victoria registration page here: https://www.hockeyvictoria.org.au/competition/register-now/

17.01.2022 The OCGA recently hosted its first online international alumni event last week, facilitated by Fiona Hu (2016), the OCGA’s International Alumni Representative. Carey alumni came together to hear from Andy Xu (2016) talk about his experience working at a Big Four accounting firm in Shanghai. Andy shared how to maximise opportunities at university, tips for gaining an internship or a graduate position and, once there, how to make the most of the experience. ‘I want to say how a...mazing a speaker was on Saturday. My daughter who is second year at university listened to a speaker talking about their career at Deloitte and tips on what you should do at university. It was a light bulb moment for my daughter. She came away really excited about her course and could see her future, and she has applied for a three-day session at Deloitte as well! What a great thing in a really bleak time. Thank you.’ from the mum of one of the Carey alumni who attended the event. The OCGA is all about facilitating connections between alumni and giving them opportunities to learn from each other, even across global boundaries. We were delighted to receive such positive feedback.

17.01.2022 In a year of historic events, the OCGA celebrated it's first ever online 40+ Years Reunion. Hosted by the new OCGA President, Cassandra Trumble (93), OCGs from all around Australia and the world were treated to a conversation with Carey's new Principal, Jonathan Walter. With over 70 attendees, this event was a wonderful success, allowing members to connect with each other, the OCGA and Carey. As COVID normal sets in, stay connected to the OCGA for future online events by visiting www.ocga.com.au

16.01.2022 Old Carey Cricket is undefeated and on top! Old Carey celebrates its 2019-20 Eastern Cricket Association Wright Shield flag win with a bigger win of being promoted to the Associations top grade. Old Carey is the only undefeated side in the Eastern Cricket Association’s top grade and are in red-hot form. The team are obviously excited to go up from the Wright Shield to the Dunstan Shield, to show everyone what they are made of and see how they will stack up against some reall...y good teams. The season has begun and Old Carey is sitting pretty on top of the ladder after three rounds with wins over Surrey Hills, Marcellin Old Collegians and Mont Albert. Round 4 will be played at Heathmont. We would love to see you there!

12.01.2022 The OCGA invites you as a Member to attend the AGM being held via Zoom on Wednesday 19 August, 5.30pm and to participate in the voting process of appointing Members to the Council. To register your attendance please RSVP at https://ocga.com.au/#events Members of the Council are committed to ensuring the Carey Alumni community young and old, in Australia and across the globe benefit from the many initiatives, events and social and professional activities organised by this ...passionate group of volunteers. Nominations are also open for passionate OCGs who are willing to volunteer their time to help us create wonderful opportunities and engaging experiences for our alumni and networks. If you are interested in making a difference, you can access a nomination form at https://ocga.com.au/#ocgacouncilnominationform If you are unable to attend the AGM but still wish to have a say in who represents you in the future, you can vote by a proxy form at https://ocga.com.au/#proxyform and return to [email protected] President Andrew Clark and current Members of the OCGA look forward to hosting you at the AGM, sharing the OCGA’s successes over the past year, and offering you the opportunity to shape the future of our association. For more information please contact Katie Hunt Alumni and Community Manager, OCGA Executive Officer at [email protected]

12.01.2022 A lot has changed....... some things haven't. Carey skyline 45 years on. Photo courtesy Keith Webb (OCG 1973)

11.01.2022 Getting through the past few months of COVID has certainly felt as though we've had to get over some pretty big hurdles. With Courage and Faith, we did it! A big congratulations to the entire Carey community! The OCGA look forward to seeing you all sometime soon.

10.01.2022 Congratulations to Laura Barden (2012) and Sophie Taylor (2013) on their selection to the 2021 Hockeyroos Squad! The 2021 squad includes some of the most talented players in world hockey, and we wish Sophie and Laura all the best for the season ahead.

09.01.2022 One can't forget running around the Sandell oval!

09.01.2022 Wishing everyone a fun weekend! (Carey Junior School Climbing Frame - circa 1960)

09.01.2022 The Year 12’s have had a rough year in 2020 and they could use some inspiration. As you can probably imagine, many are anxious about their results and what life will look like for them next year. If you have recently graduated from school (in the last 5 years or so) we would love your help! Please send us a short video (no more than 5 minutes) and let us know the following: What have you been doing since school?... Did you end up changing your mind/plan/course? How did you manage the transition from school to life beyond school? What advice do you have for our current Year 12 students? Please send your video to [email protected] by Monday 31st September.

05.01.2022 Last Friday night, we hosted the Classes of 1990 and 1991 30 Year Reunion. The night started with a tour of the school, drinks and canapes, and continued at the Auburn Hotel until late in the evening! We loved seeing the excitement and nostalgia as old friends and teachers reconnected and reminisced about their time at Carey. To ensure you don't miss out on your reunion or upcoming events, go to https://ocga.com.au/ocd.aspx and update your details.

03.01.2022 Nominations for the 2021 Carey Medallist are now open!

03.01.2022 Unable to rehearse together, here's how the isolated members of Carey's Wind Symphony channel their collective 80s rock star to deliver a Journey classic!

02.01.2022 Nominations for the 2021 Carey Medal are now open! Community service runs through the veins of Carey. We all know of people among us in the Carey community who go above and beyond to contribute to their local, national and global communities. The Carey Medal was established in order to recognise the people who are making a positive impact on the world small or large. Anyone within the Carey community is eligible to be nominated current and past staff, parents and students... who are actively trying to make the world a better place. If you know of anyone in the community who inspires you and others, who is helping people in a volunteer capacity, and who you think deserves the recognition of this prestigious community award, please nominate them for 2021 Carey Medallist. We invite you to send your nomination to the Carey Medal Committee and Community Engagement at [email protected] Dr Nicole Bieske (1991) was awarded the Carey Medal in 2016 for her exceptional and outstanding service in the human rights field, especially through her work with Amnesty International.

02.01.2022 Have you dusted off the chess board yet? Carey Chess Club circa 1967