Kilvington Centenary
Welcome to the Kilvington 2023 Centenary page. Here we will bring you events, news and updates on all things relating to Kilvington’s 100th birthday.
Centenary Gala - Your questions answered!
Thank you to the many people who have already purchased tickets to the Kilvington Centenary Gala. It’s shaping up to be a wonderful evening, worthy of a once in 100-year celebration.
For those with questions regarding the event, please read on.
1. What will my ticket include?
Your ticket includes:
- Pre-dinner drinks and canapes
- A delicious three-course dinner
- A generous beverage package of free-flow sparkling wine, wine and beer
- Live music from the six-piece Baker Boys Band to get the party started and help guests dance the night away
- Live entertainment by the Gatsby Dancers to show everyone how it’s done (the Charleston that is!)
- Access to the fun photo booth, raffle and lucky door prizes
- Speakeasy bar to purchase spirits or your favourite tipple
2. Do I need to join a table, or can I buy individual tickets?
Tickets can be purchased individually, or for a group of ten or twelve people per table.
As part of the booking process for individual tickets, there is a section where you can nominate anyone you would like to be seated with. Or leave it up to us and we will place you on a table with others from your cohort.
3. Do I have to dress in ‘The Roaring Twenties’ theme?
Not at all. While we’d love to see our guests get into the spirit of the theme (and there will be prizes for the best dressed guest), there is no obligation to dress up. Just come along looking snazzy and ready to kick up your heels.
4. Can I invite friends and family who don’t have students at Kilvington?
Of course, the more the merrier! We would love as many people as possible to join our Centenary celebrations.
5. What time will the Gala finish?
The Gala will finish no later than midnight.
6. Is there parking at the venue?
Merrimu Receptions has ample onsite parking accessible from both Dandenong Road and Merrimu Street.
7. I have dietary requirements. Will these be catered for?
Absolutely! You will be prompted as part of the booking process to let us know of any dietary requirements.
Tickets on sale NOW!
Book your Centenary Gala tickets here. Tickets are $175 per person or $165 per person when booking a table of ten or twelve.
Remember, a little party never killed nobody!
SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS
The Kilvington Centenary Gala is proudly supported by Fletchers Real Estate Ormond, My First Career, Seven Seasons, Bob Stewart and the Kilvington PFA.
If you have any questions please contact Community Relations Officer, Bianca Lapins, via lapinsb@kilvington.vic.edu.au.
DONATIONS FOR THE CENTENARY GALA
This is a call out to any members of our Kilvington Community able to donate items to be used as prizes and raffle items at the Centenary Gala.
This may be a weekend at your holiday home, goods and services, dinner or coffee vouchers, jewellery or fragrances - the list is endless.
All donations will be greatly received and will be acknowledged in the lead-up to and on the night.
To find out more, please contact Camilla Fiorini via fiorinic@kilvington.vic.edu.au.
JOIN THE CENTENARY GALA DECORATIONS TEAM
We are looking for a small group of creative and enthusiastic individuals to help bring some ‘Great Gatsby’ flare to Merrimu Receptions.
If you are keen to help with ‘putting the Ritz’ on the Gala, and can spare some time in the lead up to the event and/or assisting on the day between 10.00am – 2.00pm, please contact Community Relations Officer, Bianca Lapins, via lapinsb@kilvington.vic.edu.au.
Thanks in advance – you’re the cat’s pyjamas.
Centennial Tree Planting
Recently, as part of 100 Days of Prep, Prep students helped to plant a tree as a tribute to the Centenary. Our Maintenance Team orchestrated this initiative, including sourcing the plant and preparing the planting site.
Thank you to both our wonderful Preppies and the exceptional Maintenance Team for this meaningful contribution. We wonder how tall the tree will be in 100 years!
Then and Now
Striking a pose in productions - The Pirates of Penzance in 2001 and Oliver! in 2023!
Centenary key resources
Below you can find key resources on our Centenary including links to a special Centenary website and the event schedule for the year.
CENTENARY EVENT SCHEDULE
CENTENARY WEBSITE
Visit our Centenary website to learn more about our history, view archive photographs and documents and read about some of the incredible things our former students are doing!
CENTENARY MERCHANDISE
We have created a range of merchandise to mark the occasion of our 100th birthday! You can purchase here.
