Pictured here: Left to Right: Mr Tony Bisdee OAM, Mrs Sue Bisdee, Mrs Elizabeth Kemp and Mr Andrew Kemp AM

Guests at the Government House 125th Anniversary Reception.

Government House Hosts 125th Anniversary Reception

On Friday night at Government House, Her Excellency, Professor the Honourable Kate Warner, AC, Governor of Tasmania (1965 Leaver) and Mr Warner hosted a magnificent Reception to mark St Michael's Collegiate School 125th  Anniversary. Her Excellency remarked that it was the largest reception she and Mr Warner had hosted in her time as Governor.

The event was attended by 200 guests, predominantly old girls of the School, who had come from as far afield as Western Australia and the United Kingdom for this celebration of 125 years of exceptional education for girls in Hobart. Two of Collegiate’s oldest old girls, June Gibson (1934) and Mary Hamilton (1936), were especially feted during the reception.

Reunion Weekend

A mega reunion weekend is scheduled later in 2017 - from Friday 22 September to Sunday 24 September. Included in the celebrations will be tours of the school, art exhibitions, music concerts and special presentations by esteemed old girls.  Please add these dates to your diary, and if you are travelling from interstate or overseas, make your travel plans now.

Should you be willing to assist in coordinating your significant milestone reunion, please contact Mrs Rachael Johnston on (03) 62114403 or rachael.johnston@collegiate.tas.edu.au

1 year reunion - Class of 2016
5 year reunion - Class of 2012
10 year reunion - Class of 2007
15 year reunion - Class of 2002
20 year reunion - Class of 1997
25 year reunion – Class of 1992
30 year reunion - Class of 1987
40 year reunion - Class of 1977
50 year reunion - Class of 1967

125th Commemorative Tea Towel

A wonderful opportunity exists to share in Collegiate’s 125th anniversary celebrations by adding a slice of the School’s history to your own home.  A limited edition, 125th commemorative tea towel is now available for purchase for $15. You can secure yours today by forwarding your payment to Mrs Rachael Johnston via any School campus reception. Please ensure your payment (cash or cheque) is accompanied by your full name, phone number and email address.

Alternatively, payment may be made via credit card by contacting Rachael direct on 03 6211 4403 or rachael.johnston@collegiate.tas.edu.au

Orders are due to be ready for collection from the School in May. Worldwide shipping is available at a flat rate of $5 per tea towel - please add this to your order if postage is required.

Hong Kong Celebration

Amanda Mackinnon, Head of Marketing and Communications met with old girls and families in Hong Kong recently.  It was a lovely evening and the current parents of Year 12 girls are looking forward to travelling to Tasmania later in the year.

Inspiring Old Girls Gallery

An 'Inspiring Old Girl's' galley has recently been launched on the School website, profiling some of Collegiate's remarkable alumni. The School plans to add to this throughout its 125th year and into the future, and would love to hear your suggestions on who we should include as an ‘inspiring old girl’ - maybe you?

The Community of the Sisters of the Church Scholarship

Collegiate is delighted to announce a new scholarship! The Community of the Sisters of the Church Scholarship provides the opportunity for daughters, granddaughters and nieces of Collegiate Old Girls to attend the School who may not otherwise be able to do so without financial assistance. The scholarship is equivalent of up to 50% of tuition fees and is tenable until the end of Year 12.
Applications are now being invited for girls who wish to enter Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 or 12 in 2018. Full details are available on the School website or by phoning the Head of Enrolments, Mrs Trisha Lowe, on (03) 6211 4936.

COGA Facebook Page

Please make sure you follow the COGA Facebook page to remain abreast of news and special events. The School is sharing some amazing snippets from its archives via social media throughout the year and we would love you to be able to enjoy them.

Collegiate Pride Rose

The Collegiate Pride Rose is now available for pre-order. This year’s stock is due to arrive in May and we will notify you when they are available for collection. All orders can be placed by contacting Mrs Rachael Johnston on 03 6211 4403 or 
rachael.johnston@collegiate.tas.edu.au