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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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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:...
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:...
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...
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...
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...
Ambrose Hennessy (OR2024) Drummoyne Rotary Club – Community Spirit Award
Monday, 15 September 2025The Drummoyne Rotary Club Community Spirit Award celebrates a rower who exemplifies the core values of Sydney Rowing Club: service, leadership, and a genuine...
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...
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...
The Jesuit Mission Bazaar Returns
Monday, 15 September 2025Last Saturday saw the running of the Jesuit Mission Bazaar. First held in 1952, it's been a part of both the Riverview and the broader Jesuit community...
OIU AGM - Save The Date
Friday, 12 September 2025The 2025 Annual General Meeting of the Old Ignatians' Union will be held on Thursday, 6th November 2025.
A formal meeting notice, including...
A formal meeting notice, including...
Thank you for attending the OIU's Sports Lunch 2025
Thursday, 11 September 2025The OIU's Sports Lunch was held on Friday 29 August at Doltone House Hyde Park, with the 150 people in attendance enjoying a great afternoon catching up...
Introducing Malcolm Lynch
Thursday, 11 September 2025Meet Malcolm Lynch, former professional Australian rules footballer who played with the Western Bulldogs and North Melbourne Football Club in the AFL between...
Congratulations to the OIU members of Australian band RÜFÜS DU SOL
Thursday, 11 September 2025Congratulations to the OIU members of Australian band RÜFÜS DU SOL who were recently placed 16th in the Triple J Hottest 100 of Australian...
Ai in the Workforce - OIU News
Saturday, 6 September 2025OIU news Thanks for making time to chat with OIU News about your journey through University and into the workforce. Can we start with some background about...
Old Ignatians in the ARTS - Authors, Playwrights and Screenwriters
Saturday, 6 September 2025This month we feature three Old Ignatians whose careers span film, publishing, and journalism.
Having worked across communications,...
Having worked across communications,...
Relationship Stress and Men's Mental Health
Thursday, 4 September 2025Relationship breakdowns are not just stressful they can be life-threatening for many men. A recent study, spanning 75 research papers across 30 countries...
Old Iggies Cricket Club - New Players Welcome and Season Launch
Thursday, 4 September 2025The Old Iggies Cricket Club is looking forward to the upcoming season, and is looking for new players to join the club.
The season will start...
The season will start...
Old Ignatians Sporting Club - End of Season Update
Thursday, 4 September 2025Lane Cove Old Ignatians Rugby Football Club
2025 was a landmark year for Lane Cove Old Ignatians' RFC, marked by growth, success, exciting...
2025 was a landmark year for Lane Cove Old Ignatians' RFC, marked by growth, success, exciting...
A Run for My Mate Knox O'Connor (OR2023)
Wednesday, 3 September 2025We'd like to share a very special and important event happening in our community. On Friday November 8th, Old Boy Knox O'Connor (OR2023) will be running...
All Souls Day Mass
Wednesday, 3 September 2025You are cordially invited to attend a special All Souls' Day Mass in remembrance of dearly departed Old Ignatians.
Date: Sunday, 2nd November...
Date: Sunday, 2nd November...
Volunteering with the OIU
Monday, 1 September 2025The OIU's Mission is to:
- Engage, connect and support Old Ignatians
- Support the College in promoting education and a Jesuit way...
- Engage, connect and support Old Ignatians
- Support the College in promoting education and a Jesuit way...
Patrick Rodgers Memorial Award – Living Ignatian Values Beyond School
Tuesday, 26 August 2025The Patrick Rodgers Memorial Award is open for nominations. This annual award recognises a young Old Ignatian (under 30 years) whose post-school commitment...
See Me: Street Poetry from Vinnies - Book Launch
Sunday, 24 August 2025Old Ignatians and friends are warmly invited to the launch of 'See Me: Street Poetry from Vinnies'—Australia's first poetry anthology written by...
Congratulations Declan O'Donovan, Canadian Men's Amateur Golf Champion
Friday, 8 August 2025Declan O'Donovan (OR2020) booked his place at the 125th US Amateur in August and a PGA TOUR debut in 2026 with victory, on St Ignatius' Day, at the Canadian...
Bandu NAIDOC Week Lunch Recap: A Celebration of Culture, Community, and Change
Thursday, 10 July 2025What began as one Old Boy's vision to create lasting change is now a thriving movement. Edward Morgan (OR08) co-founded Bandu in 2022 with a mission to...
OIU Wine Auction
Wednesday, 9 July 2025It's been a bitter cold winter but spring is coming and so is the Jesuit Mission Bazaar.
The big day this year is Saturday 13 September.
...
The big day this year is Saturday 13 September.
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OIU Sports Lunch Panel Announcement – Book Your Table Now!
Wednesday, 9 July 2025With the Ashes series just around the corner, this year's Old Ignatians' Union Sports Lunch promises an entertaining afternoon of cricket conversation,...
The Cardoner Project
Friday, 4 July 2025The Cardoner project held a function for supporters and friends recently on the new rooftop at Aloysius. OIU news spoke to Cardoner CEO Stuart Salier about...