Sir Gustav Nossal Statue

Nossal has done it! 

The Nossal High School Community has achieved its goal of raising $90,000 to commission a statue of our namesake, Sir Gustav Nossal AC. 

Thanks to the generosity of a great number of people, the life-sized bronze tribute has arrived in Berwick and will soon take pride of place at the entrance to our school. What started as an idea, first envisaged by the School Council President, Dr John Inns, the project has grown and developed, capturing the imagination of a number of student cohorts, their families and the wider community. A range of fundraising efforts and special events have all been generously supported by individuals and community groups and enabled us to achieve our goal. 

Nossal High School especially thanks: 

Diamond Sponsor 

• Anthony Sterpin CEO - PSW, school uniform suppliers 

Platinum Sponsors

• The Nossal Family
• The Walter and Eliza Hall Institute of Medical Research (MEHI)
• Old Nossalonians Association 

Gold Sponsors

• Nossal High School Parents and Friends Association 

Silver Sponsors 

• Roger and Margaret Page 
• Cong Wang and Wendi Si 

Bronze Sponsors 

• Dr Toni Meath  
• Edunet Computer Solutions 

Nossal High School also acknowledges the generous support and work of the sculptors Gillie and Marc. 

Official Commissioning 

An official unveiling of the Sir Gustav Nossal commemorative statue by Sir Gus will take place at Nossal High School on Monday 20 November at 11:00am. 

All members of the Nossal High School Community and wider community are invited to attend the ceremony. Please register your intention to be present by notifying the School Office on 8762 4600, no later than Wednesday 15 November. 

Gillie and Marc 

Gillie and Marc, recognized as "the most prolific creators of public art in New York's history" by the New York Times, are dedicated to creating art that shapes a better future. Their signature characters, Rabbitwoman and Dogman, embody the story of two opposites uniting as best friends and soulmates. The artists have gained global acclaim for their monumental public sculptures for wildlife, including The Last Three, King Nyani, and The Orphans.  

Their unique approach to contemporary conservation has generated unprecedented awareness and funds to protect some of the world's most endangered animals. Most recently they unveiled "A Wild Life for Wildlife" in NYC, featuring the world's longest interactive wildlife tandem bicycle; "Love the Last March" at Gardens by the Bay in Singapore, showcasing a 200-meter wildlife-saving sculpture; and "A Wild Life for Wildlife" in London, featuring nine magnificent interactive sculptures displayed along the Thames in the heart of the city.  

In addition to their conservation efforts, Gillie and Marc had the distinct honour of creating a statue in tribute to the legendary figure, Sir Gustav Nossal. This profound opportunity allowed them to celebrate Sir Gus's remarkable achievements and ensure his legacy lives on for generations, forever captured in bronze.  

Gillie and Marc's highly sought-after public artworks adorn major cities worldwide, including New York, London, Singapore, Shanghai, and Sydney. Their accolades include being Archibald Prize finalists, winning the Chianciano Biennale in Italy, securing the Allens People's Choice Award in 2016 and 2018, receiving the Kids' Choice Award at the 2016 Sculpture by the Sea, and earning the Bayside Arts Festival People's Choice Award in 2019.  

To discover more about Gillie and Marc and their extraordinary artistic endeavours, visit gillieandmarc.com.