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New Wingaru Building Official Openning
Monday, 15 December 2025On Friday November 21, the official opening and blessing of Wingaru, the college's new home for Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, PDHPE and...
Alex Lee-Young (OR2024) Selected for Australia U19 World Cup Side
Friday, 12 December 2025Alex Lee-Young (OR2024) in the Australian squad for the U19 Cricket World Cup 2026
Congratulations to Alex Lee-Young being named in...
Congratulations to Alex Lee-Young being named in...
Riverview's Future Strategic Path
Friday, 12 December 2025The College has commissioned MMG Education to conduct a Community Consultation Survey, inviting all alumni, current parents and students to share their...
Alumni Industry Focus: Highline, DMAs and Australian Indie Rock
Friday, 12 December 2025In this month's Industry Focus, we shine a light on two Old Ignatians making their mark in the Australian indie music scene. Sam Rigney (OR2017), frontman...
Get Involved in the OIU Tipping Competitions!
Thursday, 11 December 2025Sign up NOW to be included in one of the OIU Tipping Competitions: https://forms.office.com/r/uPhAjnv6e3 ...
Call Out for BBQ Shift Captains – 2026 Season
Thursday, 11 December 2025The Old Ignatians' BBQ at Riverview is one of the OIU's most important fundraising activities. In 2025, thanks to the generosity of our volunteers, we...
Run for my Mate, Knox O'Connor
Thursday, 11 December 2025On November 8th, I ran 105km to raise awareness and support for those living with chronic mental illness. To do this, I completed 30 laps around Sydney's...
SAVE THE DATE – A CELEBRATION OF RIVERVIEW CRICKET OVER 145 YEARS
Thursday, 11 December 2025An event being organised by James Rodgers (OR71), Patrick Rodgers (OR81) and Michael Punch
Date: Friday 27 February, 2026
Venue:...
Date: Friday 27 February, 2026
Venue:...
Support the Jesuit Refugee Service
Thursday, 11 December 2025St Ignatius of Loyola called on Jesuits to go where the needs are greatest. Jesuit Refugee Service (JRS) continues this mandate by accompanying some of...
Mental Health and Wellbeing Dec 2025
Thursday, 11 December 2025The Christmas season has a special way of sneaking up on us. One minute it's October, the next we're wondering how we've burnt the candle at both ends...
James Mayo wins Male Sailor of the Year for 2025 Award
Thursday, 11 December 2025James Mayo (OR85) has been announced as the Male Sailor of the Year award winner at the 2025 Australian Sailing Awards on 14th November in Sydney.
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OIU Hits the West End with Stranger Things
Thursday, 11 December 2025Following on from the OIU profile of Justin Martin (OR99) from earlier in the year, we are delighted to announce that Stranger Things The First Shadow...
OIU AGM 2025
Thursday, 11 December 2025The 2025 Annual General Meeting for the OIU was held on Thursday 13 November at Cova Cottage. Approximately 50 people attended in person, with another...
Join us for the Industry Insights Summit 2026
Thursday, 11 December 2025We invite you to share your expertise and experience at our inaugural Industry Insights Summit, an evening designed to inspire and guide our Year 11 and...
Andrew McKay (OR90) and Knox O'Connor (OR2023) thanked by the Black Dog Institute
Thursday, 11 December 2025Andrew McKay (OR90) and Knox O'Connor (OR2023) were recently thanked by the Black Dog Institute at its annual Luminaries end of year function in Sydney...
The Annual Ignatian Children's Holiday Camp
Thursday, 11 December 2025From Thursday 4th December through to Sunday 7th, Saint Ignatius College once again hosted the Ignatian Children's Holiday Camp, welcoming 28 children...
OIU General Committee for 2026
Wednesday, 10 December 2025The OIU General Committee for 2026 was confirmed at the Annual General Meeting held on Thursday, 6 November 2025 at Cova Cottage.
Continuing...
Continuing...
1975 50 Year Reunion
Wednesday, 10 December 2025On Friday 24th October the Class of 1975 held their 50 Year Reunion at the Helm Bar at Cockle Bay. The event was preceded by golf at Moore Park on Thursday...
OIU Christmas Drinks at The Verandah Bar
Wednesday, 10 December 2025The annual OIU Christmas Drinks were held on Thursday, 13 November at the Verandah Bar in the Sydney CBD.
Around 30–40 Old Ignatians...
Around 30–40 Old Ignatians...
Rector's OIU Christmas Message 2025
Thursday, 4 December 2025Dear Fellow Old Ignatians
The 2025 School year has come to an end. We were delighted to welcome back Archbishop Anthony Fisher OP, the Dux...
The 2025 School year has come to an end. We were delighted to welcome back Archbishop Anthony Fisher OP, the Dux...
Support the Bursary Program this Christmas
Wednesday, 3 December 2025This year alone, over 70 students were able to attend the College thanks to the Bursary Program. Jack Griffiths (OR2015) was one of them. His Riverview...
Indigenous Year 12 celebration dinner
Friday, 24 October 2025A celebration dinner was held on Tuesday 23 September for the Indigenous boys graduating in the class of 2025. The evening was a casual event to recognise...
Valete Mass 2025
Friday, 24 October 2025The Valete Mass for the graduates of 2025 was held on Wednesday 24 September. Celebrated by College Rector, OIU Patron and fellow old boy Fr Tom Renshaw...
The Sevenhill Winery Mission Appeal
Friday, 24 October 2025Sevenhill Cellars, founded by the Austrian Jesuits in 1851, is the oldest winery in the Clare Valley. The Sevenhill property remains a vital part of the...
A Message from Fr. Tom Renshaw SJ Rector
Friday, 24 October 2025Dear Companions,
Throughout the month of November, the Riverview Jesuit Community intend to offer prayers and Mass daily for all those, now...
Throughout the month of November, the Riverview Jesuit Community intend to offer prayers and Mass daily for all those, now...
OIU x NRL25 Tipping Competition
Thursday, 23 October 2025The OIU x NRL 2025 Tipping Competition saw over 50 Old Ignatians from 31 different leaving classes — stretching from 1957 right through to 2024...
Knox O'Connor (OR2023) 105km run
Thursday, 23 October 2025On 28th October, Knox O'Connor (OR2023) will be hosting a fundraiser at the Glenmore Hotel before his 105km run to raise awareness and support for those...
Notice of Annual General Meeting
Thursday, 23 October 2025As a member of the Old Ignatians' Union, you are invited to attend the OIU's Annual General Meeting:
Date: Thursday, 6th November 2025 Time:...
Date: Thursday, 6th November 2025 Time:...
The Older Ignatians' Club Lunch - November 12
Thursday, 23 October 2025The Older Ignatians' Club, a division of the OIU cordially invites Older Ignatians to attend a lunch on 12th November, hosted by Robert Hartman, Committee...
BRINGING MENTAL HEALTH OUT OF THE SHADOWS
Thursday, 23 October 2025On the evening of 2nd October, around 80 Old Boys and guests — spanning several generations — gathered upstairs at The Union Hotel in North...
1990 35 YEAR REUNION
Thursday, 23 October 2025The OIU was fortunate enough to drop in to the 1990 reunion being held at the rooftop of the Glemnore Hotel in the Rocks last Saturday. On a beautiful...
OIU Mental Health Walk – Friday 31st October
Thursday, 23 October 2025We'd love you to join us for the next walk around Greenwich Point on Friday 31st October.
Meet at 6.45am at TWO.H Café, 123 Greenwich...
Meet at 6.45am at TWO.H Café, 123 Greenwich...
OIU Christmas Drinks – Celebrate, Connect & Kick Off the Festive Season!
Thursday, 23 October 2025The OIU Committee is delighted to invite you to join us for OIU Christmas Drinks at The Verandah Bar in the Sydney CBD – a chance to reconnect with...
TONY ABBOTT (OR75) RETURNS TO RIVERVIEW
Wednesday, 22 October 2025Tony Abbott (OR75) returned to Riverview College on Tuesday 21st October to discuss his ambitious history project — a book entitled "Australia:...
TOM HAMER (OR2021) — VALETE GUEST OF HONOUR
Tuesday, 21 October 2025Warmest congratulations to Tom Hamer (OR2021), who recently was chosen to be Guest of Honour at the Class of 2025 Valete graduation assembly on Thursday...
Seeking Night Settlers, Bed Makers and Medical Professionals for the Ignatian Children's Holiday Camp
Tuesday, 21 October 2025The Ignatian Children's Holiday Camp (ICHC) is on Thursday 4th December to Sunday 7th December and we need your help!
Founded at Riverview...
Founded at Riverview...
All Souls Day Mass and Tour of Archives
Sunday, 19 October 2025You are cordially invited to attend a special All Souls' Day Mass in remembrance of our dearly departed Old Ignatians.
Date: Sunday, 2nd November...
Date: Sunday, 2nd November...
The Year of 1970, 55 Year Reunion
Friday, 17 October 2025The Year of 1970, 55 year reunion was held from 10th to 12th October.
Golf , organised by Len McKinnon (OR70) and tennis, held at Rob...
Golf , organised by Len McKinnon (OR70) and tennis, held at Rob...
Craig Baldwin (OR94) is Directing Shakespeare's Richard II
Thursday, 16 October 2025Having also adapted the play, Craig Baldwin (OR94) is directing New York's Red Bull Theatre production of Shakespeare's Richard II. This is the latest...
Five Minutes with Belmadar Managing Director Alfredo (Alf) Marrocco
Wednesday, 15 October 2025OIU News: Thanks for your time, Alf. Can you give our readers a potted history of Belmadar.
ALF: Sure. The company was founded by my father...
ALF: Sure. The company was founded by my father...
GOOD FRIENDS FROM THE "DOUBLE YEAR" RETURN TO 'VIEW
Wednesday, 15 October 20251965 and 1966 were the last years that students sat for what was called the Leaving Certificate (LC). In 1967 the new Higher School Certificate (HSC) commenced....
The Art of an Old Ignatian
Tuesday, 14 October 2025This month, the OIU turns its focus to the Artists & Sculptors Industry, celebrating Old Ignatians whose creative paths have taken them from the classroom...
Daniel Johnston's (OR94) recently published book, Shakespeare and Phenomenology: Theory and Practice
Tuesday, 14 October 2025Daniel Johnston's (OR94) recently published book, Shakespeare and Phenomenology: Theory and Practice, explores how Shakespeare's theatre investigates and...
Call for Volunteering to support OIU initiatives
Tuesday, 14 October 2025The OIU's Mission is to:
- Engage, connect and support Old Ignatians
- Support the College in promoting education and a Jesuit...
- Engage, connect and support Old Ignatians
- Support the College in promoting education and a Jesuit...
New OICC team – Old Ignatians Rorke
Monday, 13 October 2025The Old Ignatians' Cricket Club is excited to welcome a new team to the club. This is thanks to the efforts of Charlie McKay (OR2024) for bringing the...
de Carvalho XI wins the de Carvalho Cup for 2025/26
Monday, 13 October 2025The annual de Carvalho Cup cricket game between the Riverview First XI and the de Carvalho XI, comprising Riverview Old Boys, was played in blustery conditions...
Vale Terry Meagher (OR50)
Sunday, 12 October 2025Terry Meagher (OR50) died peacefully at the age of 92 on Sunday September 21st.
He is the father of Bruce (OR83), Andrew (OR84), John (OR90),...
He is the father of Bruce (OR83), Andrew (OR84), John (OR90),...
Old Ignatians' Cricket Club Preseason Drinks
Tuesday, 7 October 2025The Old Ignatians' Cricket Club had its 2025/26 season launch on Friday 26 September at The Diddy. It was a great way to kick off the season, with representatives...
OIU v SJCOBU Golf Day
Wednesday, 1 October 2025We were greeted with perfect playing conditions at Avondale GC on Wednesday 17th September for the annual OIU v SJCOBU golf day. Sixty-one golfers battled...
A Message of Thanks from Principal Mark Tannock
Monday, 15 September 2025Dear Sean
On behalf of Fr Tom, I write to write to acknowledge and thank the OIU for your wonderful support of Saturday's incredibly successful...
On behalf of Fr Tom, I write to write to acknowledge and thank the OIU for your wonderful support of Saturday's incredibly successful...
A Kind of Resistance, art exhibition curated by Doug Heslop (OR93)
Monday, 15 September 2025A Kind of Resistance brings together five artists—Rob Cleworth, Kate Dorrough, Doug Heslop, Georgie Pollard, and Malvika Satelkar—whose works...