OGA News

2023 OGA Departing Girtonian Scholarship now open!

The $2,500 scholarship is awarded each year to students who display good all-round commitment to the school’s values and who epitomise what it is to be a departing Girtonian with positive relationships, a commitment to life-long learning, leadership skills, resilience, spirituality and a commitment to social responsibility. The scholarship aims to support a departing student and, as such, the needs and opportunities for each applicant will be considered. 

The scholarship is open to current Girton Grammar Year 12 students who meet the following criteria:

• Life Membership to the OGA
• A demonstrable commitment and enthusiasm across all aspects of the school curriculum
• A demonstrable commitment and enthusiasm in co-curricular activities
• A demonstrable commitment and enthusiasm to community service activities.

The successful applicant will receive scholarship funds of $2,500 to be used for activities that relate directly to further education, professional development, travel, volunteer abroad and gap year programs and will be payable to the provider of the goods or services after provision of a valid tax invoice or quotation.

Twenty-Year Reunion: Class of 2003

This incredible group of former students had a fantastic time coming together again during their Twenty-Year Reunion on Saturday 29 July. The graduates from the class of 2003 relished the opportunity to take a nostalgic tour of the school and revisit their favourite hangouts such as the Year 12 Common Room, Canteen and Peppercorn Tree.

It was evident that this group shares a strong bond, as they joyfully celebrated and reconnected with old friends at the Brougham Arms in the evening. A heartfelt thanks goes out to those who made the effort to travel both near and far to be part of this special reunion.

Forty-Year Reunion: Class of 1984

On Saturday 29 July, members of the Class of 1983 came together once again at the Brougham Arms in Bendigo. This delightful gathering of Old Girtonians reunited with their former classmates for a nostalgic tour of the School. Tales of yesteryears were exchanged, and cherished photo albums were pored over, evoking fond memories.

Following this heartfelt reunion, the group indulged in a delightful meal at the Brougham Arms Hotel, where long-lost friendships were reignited, and four decades worth of experiences were joyously shared.

We eagerly look forward to reconnecting at the 50-Year Reunion!

Save the date!  

If you know past students or teachers from these cohorts, please help spread the word about these enjoyable events. Bookings for our reunions can be made via www.trybooking.com 

Class of 2022

1-Year Reunion

Friday 1 December

GPO Bar and Restaurant, Courtyard

Class of 2018

5-Year Reunion

Saturday 9 September

The Rifle Brigade, Brewery Room

Class of 1993

30-Year Reunion

Saturday 19 August

Brougham Arms Hotel

Class of 1973

50-Year Reunion

Friday 20 October

Morning tea and optional School Tour

Followed by lunch at the National

Class of 1963

60-Year Reunion

Friday 3 November

Morning tea and optional School Tour

Followed by lunch at the National