Thank you to everyone who supported the OIU BBQ in 2026. Based on the SignUp registrations, we had around 350 volunteers across the six BBQs we organised this year, raising $30,000 in much-needed funds for the OIU. 

The BBQs simply wouldn't happen without the generosity of our volunteers, who gave up their time to cook, serve, restock, clean up and keep everything moving during some very busy days. Thank you to everyone who signed up for a shift and helped make the BBQs such a success. 

A special thank you also to the College Facilities team for their terrific support throughout the year, particularly with the provision and setup of the BBQs and mobile cool rooms. Their assistance behind the scenes makes an enormous difference. 

And thank you to the many people who weren't rostered on but saw that we were flat out and simply jumped in to lend a hand. Those extra pairs of hands at the busiest times were always greatly appreciated! 

Most importantly, the BBQ continues to be a great way for the Old Ignatians community to come together, catch up with old friends and support the OIU at the same time. 

Thank you again to everyone who helped make the 2026 BBQ season such a success. We look forward to firing up the BBQs again in 2027!

Some of the photos from the 2026 BBQ can be seen here: Serve at the OIU 1st Field BBQ 

President: A very special thank you to David McKay (OR89), Ben Frawley (OR87) and Tim Brewer (OR94) for being the BBQ captains and making the OIU 2026 BBQ one of the very best.  True men for others.