OLD BOYS
News from Thomas Jones
Alumni Engagement Officer
St Augustine's College Cairns
Two Alumni Reaching for the Stars
The College has received some exciting news about recent Old Boys, Ethan White (Class of 2023) and Finn Slade (Class of 2025) and their future career aspirations.
Ethan has been studying maritime engineering (specialising in naval architecture) at the Australian Maritime College (AMC) in Launceston and has been awarded one of four scholarships offered globally by the Lürssen Foundation. It's the first time an Australian has been accepted into the program.
The scholarship will allow Ethan to travel to Croatia and Germany and visit the shipyards where Lürssen Yachts build their superyachts. He'll attend a summer school at the University of Connecticut beforehand.
Ethan White- as featured in the Cairns Local News, 08-05-2026
Ethan White- as featured in the Cairns Local News, 08-05-2026
From July, Finn Slade will start a three- month contract with the Zappi U23 Road Cycling Team based in Riolo Terme, Italy. Founded by ex-professional cyclist Flavio Zappi in 2009, the Zappi Racing Team offers young riders the coaching support, race calendar and pathways towards professional cycling. Finn hopes participating in cycling races across Italy will earn him an extended contract for racing again with the team in 2027.
Finn Slade
Finn Slade
The College wishes Ethan and Finn all the best as they pursue their dreams.
Swimming Champs
Saints Old Boy Zac Tabuai and five-time Olympic gold medalist Kaylee McKeown joined Saints Swimming for a special club night.
They generously volunteered their time, starting with a 45-minute Q&A with our senior squad, before jumping in for a skills session with 60 swimmers – finishing with some exciting skills races.
An incredible experience learning from the best!
Join Us in June
2026 Class Reunions
The College has been informed of the following dates for class reunions this year. If you are interested in learning more about a reunion please contact me or one of the people listed below:
- Class of 1976: 15 August – contact Lino Santarossa
- Class of 1986: 15 August – contact Thomas Jones
- Class of 1996: 1 August – contact Tom Maher
- Class of 2006: 1 August – contact Jon Sorensen
Mr Thomas Jones: SAC.OldBoys@cns.catholic.edu.au