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The Ignatian + 15 Back Issues Now Available
Thursday, 26 June 2025The Ignatian is the College's annual publication showcasing key events, milestones, and stories from across the Riverview community. It features student...
The Career of Bernard Derriman (OR91).
Thursday, 26 June 2025Continuing the initiative to promote Old Boys in the creative arts, we are delighted to profile the career and reflections of Emmy Award winning animator...
Alumni Reunions at Riverview
Monday, 23 June 2025June 14th was a day of fervent school spirit and nostalgic reunions as Saint Ignatius' College Riverview hosted its highly anticipated rugby clash against...
Bandu NAIDOC WEEK Lunch 2025
Sunday, 22 June 2025We are thrilled to invite you to our annual NAIDOC Week Lunch, which will be held this year at Taronga Zoo on Thursday, July 10th.
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Old Ignatians in the Beverages Industry
Wednesday, 18 June 2025From bold new ventures to established regional success stories, Old Ignatians are playing a key role in shaping Australia's ever-changing beverages landscape....
Rugby Union success for Max Threlkeld OR2022
Friday, 6 June 2025Max Threlkeld (OR2022) is currently having a host of successes with his Rugby Union career since leaving Riverview. He is currently on a scholarship at...
Old Ignatians' Cricket Club Presentation Night
Thursday, 5 June 2025The Old Ignatians' Cricket Club's presentation night was held on Friday 30 May at the Diddy in Longueville, with over 40 past and current players attending...
DON'T MISS OUT ON A TAX DEDUCTION
Thursday, 5 June 2025Riverview Old Boys have donated to the OIU Bursary Program for many years, resulting in 70+ students receiving a Bursary this year.
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NO MATTER...
Mental Health - May
Thursday, 5 June 2025Mental Health Walk – June 2025
Following the success of our first Mental Health Walk at Centennial Park in April, we're heading back...
Following the success of our first Mental Health Walk at Centennial Park in April, we're heading back...
Calling all Jazz musicians!
Thursday, 5 June 2025The OIU Big Band is officially going ahead and it would be great to see anyone who is interested on Sunday June 8 at 6 pm with their instruments (location...
Riverview vs Joeys Rugby Returns to the College
Thursday, 5 June 2025Riverview vs Joeys Rugby Returns to the College
Riverview is once again hosting the much-anticipated rugby clash against Joeys.
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Riverview is once again hosting the much-anticipated rugby clash against Joeys.
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Request for prize donations for OIU's 2025 Raffle
Friday, 30 May 2025In the March newsletter, we announced that OIU's Annual Sports Lunch is being held on Friday 29 August 2025 at Doltone House, Hyde Park, Sydney. Please...
Lane Cove Old Ignatians RFC Undergoing a Resurgence.
Friday, 30 May 2025Lane Cove Old Ignatians RFC player numbers are resurgent this year. On the back of a well attended pre-season, we've fielded extra Grade and Colts (U21s)...
Get Connected, Stay Connected at the OIU BBQ on 31 May, 14 June and 21 June
Friday, 30 May 2025" The SIC 1st XV has started the season with a loss against Newington and a win against Kings, and has three upcoming home games. SIC plays Scots on 31...
Scone Reunion
Wednesday, 28 May 2025On Friday 2 May, Riverview went to Scone for the Meet the Principal Roadshow and Community Event. The evening was a great success, with many past, present...
Digging Deeper with John Francis (OR87)
Thursday, 22 May 2025John Francis (OR87), Director of the agricultural consultancy firm Agrista, recently offered listeners a compelling look into his professional evolution...
TAS Lunch
Wednesday, 21 May 2025Ben Connolly (OR87), Daniel Bolger (OR80) and Steve Newnham (OR70) represented the Old Ignatians' Union at The Armidale School Annual Sydney Lunch. The...
Multi-award winning Director of Film, Television and Theatre, Justin J Martin (OR1999)
Wednesday, 21 May 2025John Russell (OR1994) recently caught up with Justin Martin (OR1999) to hear what he had been up to since leaving Riverview.
"I graduated Riverview...
"I graduated Riverview...
2025 GPS Old Boys Golf Day
Tuesday, 20 May 2025Entries are open for the 2025 GPS Old Boys Golf Day at Manly Golf Club on Thursday 21st August.
Click the link below to register!
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Click the link below to register!
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'69ers and Friends
Tuesday, 20 May 2025'69ers and Friends at Waverley Bowling Club
The persistence of Tim Rossi paid off as twenty four hardy souls braved the inclement Sydney...
The persistence of Tim Rossi paid off as twenty four hardy souls braved the inclement Sydney...
Old Boys Bowls
Tuesday, 20 May 2025Unfortunately, due to poor weather Round 1 of the GPS Old Boys Bowls competition, scheduled for May 18, was called off. As a result, all schools share...
Matthew Selkrig (OR22) wins Order of Australia Association Foundation Scholarship
Monday, 19 May 2025University of Sydney student Matthew Selkrig (OR2022) has won a prestigious Order of Australia Association Foundation Scholarship, presented in November...
Old Ignatians Football Club Continue to perform strongly
Monday, 19 May 2025All Age 4 (AA4)
The AA4 have had a solid last month. A strong 1-1 draw against one of the comp's top sides, followed by a tough 4-2 loss to...
The AA4 have had a solid last month. A strong 1-1 draw against one of the comp's top sides, followed by a tough 4-2 loss to...
Oscars and BAFTA Nominations for Adam Khamis
Friday, 16 May 2025The recent Oscars and BAFTAs in the UK both had a touch of Riverview and Wauchope about them in their nominations.
Newcastle University–based...
Newcastle University–based...
The Juana Network
Thursday, 15 May 2025The Juana Network is a professional space for staff at the College to create a culture of inclusivity and diversity.
Named after Juana, regent...
Named after Juana, regent...
Unlock the Power of the OIU Career Mentoring Program
Friday, 2 May 2025Connect. Learn. Grow.
Are you looking to give back, grow professionally, or gain guidance on your next career move? The OIU Career Mentoring...
Are you looking to give back, grow professionally, or gain guidance on your next career move? The OIU Career Mentoring...
From Orange to Vietnam, life lessons from international sporting success - Daniel Bolger (OR80)
Friday, 2 May 2025On the eve of the 50th anniversary of the evacuation of Vietnam, we bring you a story about an old boy who had forged ties and deep friendships over four...
Upcoming Riverview v Joeys match.... request for support!
Friday, 2 May 2025I know many of you were extremely happy when Mark Tannock and the College Council recently agreed to have the Riverview v Joeys match return to the college,...
OIU Bursary Impact Report
Thursday, 1 May 2025Riverview Old Boys have been generous donors to the OIU Bursary program and the Building Fund for more than a century. The attached Impact Report tells...
Nostalgia Mass and Luncheon
Thursday, 1 May 2025Last month, the College welcomed 120 Old Ignatians' and friends back to the College for the annual Nostalgia Mass and Lunch, this year held with an ANZAC...
100 not out Happy Birthday to Dr Harding Burns OAM (OR42)
Tuesday, 29 April 2025Happy Birthday to Dr Francis (Harding) Burns OAM (St John's 1943 - 48) who recently celebrated his 100th birthday.
Dr Burns is credited with...
Dr Burns is credited with...
A Message from Fr. Tom Renshaw SJ Rector
Tuesday, 29 April 2025Dear Fellow Old Ignatians
It is with great sadness that we acknowledge the passing of Pope Francis on Easter Monday morning. Pope Francis was...
It is with great sadness that we acknowledge the passing of Pope Francis on Easter Monday morning. Pope Francis was...
Appointment of Deputy Principal of Students
Tuesday, 29 April 2025The College is pleased to announce the appointment of Gabrielle Smith as Deputy Principal Students at Saint Ignatius' College Riverview, commencing in...
P&F Art Show
Monday, 28 April 2025Attention Old Ignatian Artists
The Riverview P&F Committee are excited to announce that the College is hosting an Art Show on the...
The Riverview P&F Committee are excited to announce that the College is hosting an Art Show on the...
Old Ignatians Football Club 2025 Season
Friday, 25 April 2025Old Ignatians Football Club have begun their opening month of the 2025 NWSF competition.
With 2 new teams and a team returning for their 6th...
With 2 new teams and a team returning for their 6th...
"From little things, big things grow"
Thursday, 24 April 2025The Australian national rowing championships are held in March each year and are the culmination of a long and exhausting season for all the athletes....
Mental Health Walk Recap
Thursday, 24 April 2025April Mental Health Walk – A Strong Start
On Friday 11 April, a group of 15 Old Ignatians' crossed the bridge for an early lap around...
On Friday 11 April, a group of 15 Old Ignatians' crossed the bridge for an early lap around...
Michael Dunford (OR86), World Food Programme Country Director
Wednesday, 23 April 2025Michael Dunford (OR1986), World Food Programme Country Director in Myanmar - gave an interview about WFP's food distribution in the earthquake area.
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Congratulations Declan O'Donovan (OR2020) - PGA Australasia Tour graduate 2025/2026
Wednesday, 23 April 2025Massive congratulations to Declan O'Donovan (OR2020) on graduating to the PGA Australasia Tour for 2025/2026!
Declan started playing...
Declan started playing...
OR85 London Catch Up
Tuesday, 22 April 2025Several old boys from the class of 1985 had a catchup in London recently. Pictured is Paul Fisher, Chris Martin Gregory Mulley, Richard Falk and Adam Gazzoli...
Congratulations Fr David Braithwaite SJ (OR90) and Damian Ryan (OR79)
Tuesday, 22 April 2025As we watched the breaking news reports about the passing of Pope Francis on Easter Monday, two Riverview old boys appeared in the TV coverage on multiple...
Riverview & Anzac Day
Friday, 18 April 2025If you walk along the cloisters outside the Memorial Hall, look up at the names inscribed on stone. There are the names in gold letters of those 120 Old...
From the Road: An OIU Perspective on the Boarding Roadshow to Dubbo and Orange
Wednesday, 16 April 2025Earlier this month, I joined the Riverview Meet the Principal Boarding Roadshow as a representative of the Old Ignatians' Union (OIU) — and what...
OIU events for April, May and June 2025
Monday, 24 March 2025OIU events for April, May and June 2025
Mark your calendars and don't miss these exciting events!
April 2025
Old...
Mark your calendars and don't miss these exciting events!
April 2025
Old...
Riverview Wins the 128th AAGPS Head of the River
Monday, 24 March 2025What an extraordinary day at the 128th AAGPS Head of the River Regatta!
We couldn't be prouder of our Riverview crews, whose months of hard...
We couldn't be prouder of our Riverview crews, whose months of hard...
Renowned obstetrician Dr Keith Hartman (OR1963) admitted as University of Sydney Honorary
Saturday, 22 March 2025Fellow
Renowned obstetrician and alumni recognised for his significant contribution and dedication to the medical community. Distinguished...
Renowned obstetrician and alumni recognised for his significant contribution and dedication to the medical community. Distinguished...
Bursary Thank You Function & Mass
Friday, 21 March 2025Last Tuesday night the College held its annual Bursary Thank You function and Mass with 200+ in attendance. It was another special evening of thanks and...
OIU 2025 Golf Day
Thursday, 20 March 2025On Wednesday 19th March, Avondale Golf Club hosted the 37th Annual OIU Golf Day. A field of eighty-six golfers battled it out for the silverware - our...
Congratulations Tim Mackay (OR1989)
Thursday, 20 March 2025The Financial Advice Association Australia (FAAA) has awarded the Distinguished Service Awards (DSA) to Tim Mackay (OR1989), and his sister, Claire Mackay...
The 30th De Carvalho Cup
Tuesday, 18 March 2025The 30th De Carvalho Cup was played on First Field on Sunday 2 March 2025, continuing a tradition that honours Riverview Old Boys David (OR1948) and Sonny...
First OIU Mental Health Walk – April 2025
Tuesday, 18 March 2025Following last month's newsletter on the importance of community, we're excited to announce our first Mental Health Walk. Join us on Friday, 11th April,...