"Since 1966"

In the lead-up to our 60th anniversary, we will be sharing a series of historical posts called "Since 1966" (the date when the College opened) celebrating our rich history, memorable moments and the people who have shaped our community. This is the first post - stay tuned for more! 

𝑨 𝑽𝑰𝑺𝑰𝑶𝑵 𝑭𝑶𝑹 𝑬𝑫𝑼𝑪𝑨𝑻𝑰𝑶𝑵

During the 1950s, Fr William Cagney OMI served as the parish priest in Lesmurdie. He strongly believed that a school should be built on the heights of the Darling Range to educate the children of his parish. 

Determined to make this vision a reality, he played a crucial role in securing approval for the College and arranged the initial funding for its construction.

𝑻𝑯𝑬 𝑫𝑹𝑬𝑨𝑴 𝑻𝑨𝑲𝑬𝑺 𝑺𝑯𝑨𝑷𝑬

As part of this effort, a letter was sent to Mr Kenneth Dunn, MLA for Darling Range, confirming a Grant in Trust for Lot 126 - a 23-acre site in Lesmurdie. This was a significant step toward establishing the school.

𝑬𝑿𝑪𝑰𝑻𝑰𝑵𝑮 𝑵𝑬𝑾𝑺

Fr Ian Mackintosh OMI sends a telegram to Fr Cagney OMI confirming that they have secured the land.

𝑻𝑯𝑬 𝑮𝑹𝑬𝑬𝑵 𝑳𝑰𝑮𝑯𝑻!

Fr Ryan OMI sends a telegram to Fr Cagney OMI announcing that the Oblates of Mary Immaculate have approval to build Mazenod College.