1995 School Magazine

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Contents Gary Crew at BGGS ........................66 Ponder on Tonga: Student Chogm'9566 Year 9 - Changing the face of Hlstory ,. 67 Geography .................68 North Stradbroke Excursion........... 68 Year Eleven Geography Camp at Imbil 69 Outdoor Education ......................... 70 Gap Scheme ..............7I Peer Tutoring................... ................ 7 1. Science Expo ............ ......,,............... 72 Visionary Science ......72 Grandparents' Day .......................... 7 2 Spaceship Competition ................... 7 3 Year Elght Cross Curricular Activities..,73 Days of Excellence ......................... 7 5 Tournament of Minds ..................... 75 loreign Exchanges School Tours.................................... 84 Days of Something More................ 90 CO-CARRI CULAR ACTIVITI E S ...,.,. 9 1 Amani ..............92 Animal Protection Society .............. 93 Athene ....................91 Apex Debating ................ ................ 95 QDU Debating ................ ................ 96 Theatre Dance ........... 98 Cinebuffs ....................99 Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme 100 The Chinese Choir ........................ 101 Economics Society ........................ 102 G.E.C.O. ...................103 Interact rscF............. ............. 105 Japanese Dancing ......................... 105 Karate ....................... 106 Kirsten Jack Memorial Leukaemia Committee ............... 106

Contents Editorial

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........................... 3 Practical Leadership ....... ...... ... ... .......... 4 The Board of Trustees & Staff .............6 Parents and Friends' Association Incorporated ...................9 Fathers' Group .. ........... 10 Mothers' Group ............. 11 Old Girls' Association ........................ 12 Obituary ........................12 Reunions...... .................. 13 Opening of the McCrae Grassie Sports Centre ................ 18 Beginnings .................... 20 Friends of Gids' Grammar Dinner .... 26 Grammar Remembers ........................ 28 Sporting Reflections of the Forties.... 28 VP Day ..................30 Art at B.G.G.S. ................. ................... 33 "Old Girls" Profiled ......37 Daughters of Old GirIs............. .......... 44 Great-Granddaughters of Old Gids .. 45 Granddaughters of Old Gids .. ....... .... 45 Great-Great Granddaughter of an Old Girl .........................45 Student Representative Council ........ 46 Prefects .......................... 46 Head Girls' Report ........17 Head Boarder's Repoft ..... .................. 49 Student Achievers .........55 BROADENING HORL2ON5..,........... 63 rWriter in Residence ......................... 64 Australian Writers' Tour Workshops... 64 Extension and Enrichment ............. 64 Media Activities ............... ................ 55 A fire-talented tongue ..................... 65

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Editorral

\fhi1e celebrations are often enjoyable in themselves, they can be somewhat hollow if the participants lack a sense of the history of the event being celebrated. The knowledge we have gained in the course ofour education, and the exposure to other cultures u,hich we are privileged to receive through the sister school exchange program enhance our understanding ofworld events and break down barriers of myth and prejudice. This year we honoured the sacr'lfices n-rade by our collntrymen fifty years ago, but we were also moved to reflect empathetically on the horror of Hiroshima as its anniversary passed. Education shrinks global boundaries. Our visiting French exchange stu- dents no doubt returned home with a more sympathetic perspective on France's planned resumption of nuclear testing in the Pacific. Our education encourages us to cast our gaze increasingly beyond the narrou,' boundaries of self interest and to see ourseives as citizens of the wor1d. As we flick thror-rgh this record of life at BGGS for thls year, and see it ln the context of life in the global village, it becomes patently clear that we have tluly had much to celebrate in 1995. NICOLE GAFFNEY

ur school's magazine provides the briefest of glimpses into life at BGGS over the previous year. Nevertheless, its publication allows us to acknowledge the contribution of the diverse range of individuals and gror-rps which comprise the school community. To honour outstanding achievement, and to document another chapter in the physical and philosophical evolution of Grammar. The camera captlues just a fragment of the lives of the young women callght fleetingly within these pages and the text reveals only a fraction of what has been accomplished ancl experi- enced. The vast majority of what we have enjoyed - the friendships forged, the triumphs and sadnesses shared - go unchronicled here. Yet the magazine selves as a record. It triggers memories for those directly involved and opens a window into the school for interested outsiders. My brief as editor in this, our 120th year, was to write an editorial with a theme of celebration. Coincidentally, 1995 was a year of celebration in the wider community as wei1, as Australia commemorated the 50th anniversary of the end of World \flar Two. This eclition of the magazine will attest to the fact that both milestones in our historv were indeed well celebrated. i'ii"il'iii" :l

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MAGAZINE COMMITTEE Stand.ing (L-R): Mrs C'. Kiolle. K. Dodsutortb, S. Monagban, T. Ware, M. de Ieacy. E Seated. (L-R): I ShrLlman, Z. Moor, A. Meeking. F. Mason, N Absent: S. Hack, F. Hanger

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Practicalleadership

A Principal of a school assumes a variety of roles and Afn..r many challenges within a busy professional exist- ence. MrsJudith Hancock, who has held this appointment since 1977, as the educational and organizational leader ofthe school has always practised a robust 'hands-on' approach to decision- making and the direction of the luture clevelopment of the school. She has always firmly believed that t1're school as a

Southern Queensland, submitting a thesis entitled, Tbe Emer- gence of Secondary Ed.ucation for Girls in Queensland: TIce Case of the Gids'Grammar Scltool" Brisbane, 1875 - 1882. - a very appropriate piece of original research for the 120th anniversary year of the school. In Augnst, the news also came that Mrs Hancock had been elected as national Chairman of the Association of Heads of Independent Schools (Australia)

Mrs Hancock, Her Excellenqt, tbe Gouernor Mrs leneen Fcsrde AC', Mrs./. Moody, MrJ. Moody, Mrs J. James

for a two year term. This prestigious position reflects the outstanding professional and educational reputation of our Principal at a national 1evel. The challenges of this role together with her responsibilities as Deputy Chair of the Queensland Tertiary Entrance Procedures Authority sefl/e to augment her w-ealth of experience, the benefits of which flow back to the school and its stuclents. FELICITY WILLIAMS

learning organization would be enriched by regular interaction of students and staff with the resources of the wider community. As a consequence, our teachers have been encouraged to contribute to appropriate professional associations and to pursue academic studies in a variety of modes and institutions. Mrs Hancock also believes in leacling by example, and has just completed her Master of Philosophy through the University of

Combined BGGS/BGS music group perJtrming at tbe conference

Mrs Hancock addressing the A.ILI.S.A. conference

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The Board of Tnrstees rgg4 - 1gg8

DR MC CRAE GRASSIE OAM, MA, MED, PHD, FACE, FQIEA Cbairman of tbe Board Former Director of tbe Tertidry Education Institute at tbe Unit)ersity of'Queensland

MR RICHARD BERNAYS FCA Clbairman of tbe Scbool's F-inance Committee Accountant and Companjt Director

DePutt- Chdirm,an ctf the Board C h an c e I I o r oJ t h e Qu, e e n s I an d [] 11 it) ers it y oJ"l'e c b n o I o gy Director o.f tbe Wesley Brer.tst Clinic Queenslander ctf tbe Year

MISS ELIZABETHJAMESON BA, LLB (HONS), LSDA Findnce Committee Member .Solicitor

DR IAN BRO\X,"^{ MBBS (QLD), MRCP (IJ'K), FRACP President oftbe Parents E Friencls Association Chest Pbysician

JUDGE MARGARET MC MUR"DO LLB, ASDA Boarcl Representatiue on School's Worhplace Her,tlth and Safety Committee District dnd ChilrJrens Coutt.ludge

PROFESSOR LINDA ROSENMAN BA SOC wK (Sr.D), MSw (rLLrNOrS) pHD (VASH v) Prokssor cf Social Policy ( Uniuersity oJ Queenslancl) President of tbe Acadentic Boctrcl (Uniuersitl, of Queensland)

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GIRIS' GRAMMAR SCHOOL BRISBANE

Trustees:

Chairman: Dr M Grassie, O.A.M., M,A., M.Ed.,St.And., Ph.D., F.A.C.E., F.Q.I.E.A. Dr C Hirst (Depr-rty Chairman), M.B.B.S, B.Ed.St. R A Bernays Esq., F.C.A.(Hon. Treasurer) Dr I G Brown, M.B.B.S.(Qld), M.R.C.P.(U.K.), F.R.A.C.P. Miss E Jameson, B.A., L L.B.(Hons.), L.S.D.A.

Her HonourJudge M A McMr-rrdo, L.L.B., A.S.D.A. Professor L Rosenman, 8.A., M.S.\f.(Illinois), Ph.D

STAFF:

Principal MrsJudith A. Hancock, B.Sc., M.Phil., Grad.Dip.Ed.Admin., F.A.C.E., F.A.I.M

Deputy Principal Miss Felicity \Wi11iams, 8.A., B.Ed.St., A.S.D.A., M.A.C.E.

Assistant Principal (Administration) Miss Elizabeth Hatton, B.A., Dip.Phys.Ed.

Assistant Principal (Counselling): Mrs Margot Lynch, B.A., M.A.Ps.S.

Assistant Principal (Staf0 Mr Alan Da1e, B.A.(Hons), Dip.Ed., B.Ed., M.A.C.E.

Faculty Heads: English: Mrs Robyn Colwill, B.A., P.c.D,A.(Qld.), Dip.T Science: (Acting) Miss Sally Stephens, B.Sc., M.Sc.(Sc.Ed.), Grad.Dip.T., Grad.Dip.Comm.Comp. Mathematics: Mr Gary Bromiley, B.Sc., Dip.Ed. Social Studies: MrJohn Sflalsh, B Sc.(Hons) London, B.Ed., Cert.Ed. (Liverpool), Grad.Dip.Lib.Sc. Languages: Mrs Lorraine Thornquist, 8.A., M.A., Dip.Ed., M.A.C.E. Health & Physical Education: Mrs Pauline Harvey-Short, B.H.M.S., Dip.T.(P.E.) Creative Arts: Mr Donald Pincou, B.A., B.Ed.St., Dip.Sec.T.(Art), M.A.C.E. Resources: Mrs Ann Farley, B.Ed., M.Sc., Grad.Dip.Resource Teaching, Dip.T., M.A.C.E.

Heads ofHouse: Beanland: Mrs Lyn Chakravorty, B.A., Dip.T., Grad.Dip.Lib,Sc. England: Ms Helen Forster, B.A., B.Ed.St., Dip.Ed., M.A.C.E. Gibson: Mrs Kay Kimber, 8.A., M.Ed., Grad.Dip.Media (A.F.T.R.S.), Cert.T., M.A.C.E

Griffith: Miss Jan O'Sullivan, 8.A., Dip.Ed. Hirschfeld: MsJan Siddle, B.Sc., B.Ed.St.

Lilley: Mrs Marise McConaghy, B.A.,Dip.T., A.S.D.A. O'Connor: Mrs Roberta Kings, B.A. (Leeds), B.Ed.St. Woolcock: Miss Janelle Derrington, Dip.T. (P.E.), B.Ed.

Special Assistant to Principal: Miss Yolande Greet, B.Sc., B.Ed.St., Dip.Ed., M.A.C.E. (Term 1)

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Miss Christine Stubbs, Dip.Ed. (Sec) Mrs Yachiyo Taktzawa, B.A., B.Ed.St., Cert.T. * Mrs Alison Trappett, B.Mus., Dip.Ed., A.Mus.A. MissJill Turner, B.Mus., Dip.Ed. (Sem I) Mrs Prue Vlze, B.Ag.Sc., Dip.Ed. Miss Lynne \Vhittle, B.H.M.S.(Ed.) *Mrs May Zhang, B.A., Grad.Dip.Ed. (Sem.I) * Ms 'Wendy Hazell, B.A., Grad.Dip.Sec.Teach. Mr Peter Kimbell, General Support Assistant Miss Jo Brealey (a1so Boarding House) Specialist Staff: Mr Barry Greatorex, Memorial Outdoor Education Centre: Mr Tim Lanham, B.Ed.(Admin.Lead.), Dip.T.(P.E.) - Co-ordinator - Sports Centre Manager B.Sports Studies (Admin.), Grad.Dip.Out.Ed. Sister Gail \Wheelwright, S.R.N. - Health Care Professional Mr John Rowell, - Media Co-Ordinator Qan - Aug)

Acadernic Staff: Mr Alan Allinson, B.Sc.(Hons),Post Grad.Cert.Ed. * MsJennifer Andrews, B.Ed., Ass. Dip. Fine Art, Grad.Dip.T. Mrs Sandra Bailey, B.Sc., Dip.T.

Mrs Debra Barker, B.A., Dip.Ed., B.Ed.St. Mrs Lyndsay Basford, 8.A., Dip.T.(Sec.) Mrs Bronwyn Batstone, M.A., B.A.,Cert.T. Mr Paul Bennett, Grad.Dip, (Comp.Ed.), Dip.T. Ms Samantha Bolton, B.A., Dip.Ed., A.T.C.L. * Mrs Kirsten Brors, 8.A., Grad. Dip.Ed.

Mrs Colleen Brady, T.H.E.D., 8.A., M.A.(tib.Sc.), A.A.L.LA. Mrs Pamela Burnard, B.Mus., Dip.Ed., A.Mus.A. (Term 1) * Mrs Lynnette Castle, 8.A., Dip.Ed. Mrs Jenifer Charles-Edwards, M. Sc., Grad. Dip.At. Phys., Grad.Dip.T Mrs Kristine Cooke, B.A., Dip.Ed., Grad.Dip.Ed. (Resource Teaching) MrJohn Cotterell, B.A., B.Ed.Sr., Dip.Ed., M.LA.G., M.A.C.E.A., F.A.I,M., M.A.C.E. Mrs Karen Crowley, B.App.Sc., Dip.Ed. (Sem. 1) Mrs Ji11 Dakin, B.A.(Hons)., Dip.Ed. Miss Alison Dare, B.A. (Hons), Dip.Ed. Mr Neil Davissen, Dip.T.(Sec.), Grad.Dip.Ed.(Comp.Ed.) Mrs Teresa de Leacy, 8.A., Cert.Teach. (Sem. II) Mrs Susan Dickens, B.H.M.S. Ed. Mrs Sally Downes, B.A.,Dip.Ed. (Leave Sem. II) Mrs Francoise Duff, Dip.I.S.I.T., Dip.Ed. Mrs Sybil Edwards, B.A., Dip.T. Mrs Lin Fairlie, B.A., M.Sc. Mrs Shayne Fogarty, B.A., Dlp.Ed., B.Soc.\X/k., M.Litt.(Hons) MsJulie Hennessey, B.A., M.Ed., Dip.Ed. Mrs Anne Ingram, B.Sc., Dip.Ed., A.Mus.A Mrs MeganJames, B.Ed., Dip.T.(Sec.Art), Ass.Dip. Arch. Tech,, A,S.D.A. Mrs Julienne Just, B.Sc., Dip.Ed. Mrs Clare Kio11e, B.A., Cert.T. MrJustin T.C. Lam, B.A.(Hons), M.A., M.Ed., Cert.Ed. * Mrs Lyndall Lazar,8.A., Dip.Ed., Grad.Dip. Applied Linguistics MlssJolie Lockwood, B.A., Dip.Ed. Mrs Gwen Ludlow, M.Sc.,Dip.Ed. Mrs Alison Lyons, B.A.(Syd.),Post.Grad.,Dip.Arts.,Dip.Ed.,M.A.C.E. (Relieving) Miss Mary McAdam, B.Sc., Dip.Ed., Grad.Dip.Out.Ed. MrsJoan McPheat, B.Sc., B.Econ., Cert.T. Ms Kerri Mecklem, B.A., Grad.Dip.T * Mr Al1an Melville, B.A.(Mus), Grad.Dip.Ed., A.T.C.L. * Mrs Chris Moore, B.A., Dip.Ed. Mrs Judith Morris, B.Dental Sc, Dip.Ed. Mr Peter Moulds, B.Sc.(Hons), Dip.Ed., A.A.C.E. (Sem II) Ms Fiona Murphy, B.Admin., Grad.Dip. Sec.T., Dip.Sec.Stud. Mrs Penny Murphy, B.A.(Hons), Dip.T. Mrs Bronwyn Myers, B.A.(Mus.), Grad.Dip T. (Sec.), Cert.Mus.(Kodaly Intezet), L.Mus.A., A.Mus.A. (Leave Sem I) Mrs Jocelyn O'Neil1, 8.A., B.App.Sc., Cert.T. Mrs Jennifer Orme, Dip.P.E.(Sec.),Grad.Dip.Out.Ed. Mr Simon Oswell, M.A.,Grad.Dip.Mus., Dip.Mus. (Sem.1) Mr Robert Overell, B.Econ., Dip.Ed. Miss Shirley Patton, B.Sc., B.Ed.St , Dip.Ed. (Leave Sem.II) Mrs Patricia Rhodes, B.A.(Hons), Dip.T. Mrs Vim Sharma, B.Sc.(Hons), Dip.Ed., Grad.Dip.Computer.Ed. Mr Andrew Shaw, B.A.(Hons), M.A., M.Sc.(Oxon), Dip.Ed. Mrs Helen Statham, B.A., B.D. *Mrs Amanda Steffens, B.A., Dip.Psych., Dip.Ed. Mr Ian Stuart, B.Sc., M.App.Sc., Dip.Ed. Mrs Janelle Stuart-Russe11, R.N., B.Ed. Mrs Anne Stubbington, B.Ed.(Hons), Cert.T., Grad.Dip.Res./ Sup.Teach. Mrs Helen Geraghty, B.A., Dip.Ed., A.T.C.L. Mr Ian Gray, B.A.(Hons), M.Ed., Dip.Ed. Mrs Sr.yetlana Hadgraft, B.A.(Hons). Mrs Denise Ryder, B.A., Dip.Ed. Mrs Lynette Seckold, 8.A., T.S.T.C.

B.A., Grad.Dip., Instr.Design & Technology, Tech.R&TV, Cert.Ind. Electronics Ms Melanie Guiney

- Media Coordinator (Aug - Nov)

M.C.A., Grad.Dlp.Media, Dip. Teach

Part-time Specialist Staff: Mrs Meryl Papas, A,LChor.(Hons), A.R.A.D. Solo Seai, A.R.A.D. Adv.T., A.S.A.T.D.(Hons)

Performing Arts

MissJodie Schloss, B.Mus.Per.,L.Mus.A., - Accompanist A.Mus.A

- Brass - Voice

Mr AndrewJarwis, B.Mus., L.R.S.M Miss Emily Cox, 8.A., Grad.Dip. Ms Gabrielle Uhlendorf

- German - Japanese - French - Flute/Recorder - Clarinet - Flute (Private) - Flute (Private) - Oboe - Bassoon - Saxophone/Stage Band - Cello - Cello (Private) - Cello (Private) - Double Bass - Percussion - Theory,/Piano - Theory,/Piano

Mrs Junko Asanuma Ms Christine Mignon Miss Anne MacAskill Mrs Barbara Lockwood Miss Kylie Vann Miss Frances Farmer Miss Annie Laver Mrs Gabby Jarwis Mr Stephen \Wi11iams Mr Chris Patrick Miss Leah Hooper Mrs Christine Byrne Mr Andrew Rootes Mr David Adelt Mrs Judith Retchford Mr Gerard Brown Mrs Tamara Luski Mrs Elizabeth Brazier

- Piano - Voice - Guitar - Harp

Mr Tom Adeney Miss Ellena Papas

- Violin (Private) - Violin (Private), String Orchestras

Miss Susannah Webb Mrs Andrea Messenger

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AIICILIARY STAFF

Administrative Staff: MrJohn Pietzner, A.M

Business Manager & Secretary to the Board of Trustees Assistant Business Manager' (Accor-rnts) Secretary to the Principal Enrolments Officer Secretary to the Deputy Principal Reception/Switchboald Secretary lo the Business Manager Stores Superwisor Accounts Clerk

Boarding House Staff: llead of Boarding: Mrs Elvie Parsons, T.S.T.C.,Dip.H.Ec. * Miss Jody Tilley (Sem I f/time) * Mrs Christine Janke * Mrs Kathleen Moffat * Mrs Kim Patterson * Mrs Margaret Dohefiy

Miss Toby Humble

Mrs Rose Van Der Veen Miss Tracey Newman Miss Nicole Moreland Miss Melissa Moore (Sem II) Catering: Mr Keith Rossiter Mr Ken Wieland Mrs Judirh Arkinsrall * Mrs Judith 'Weedman (Sem I) - * Ms Kety Brauer Ancillary Staff (Maintenance): Mr Max Emery, B.Ed., Grad.Dip.Ed.St. (Local & App.Hist.),Dip.T.,C.Dec. Mr Russell Hilton Mrs Lynette Br-rrgess

Miss Nancy Gilmour Mrs Margaret Young Miss Jennifer Smith Mrs Jan Budgen Mrs Susan de Tassanyi

Chef/Manager First Cook Kitchen Support Superwisor

Mrs Carole Hilton Mrs Colleen George * Mrs Jan King * Mrs Annette Heaton, B.A.

Kitchen Support Kitchen Support

Clerk Clerk

-'Works Manager (Sem I)

Ancillary Staff (Academic): Mrs Toni Reddacliff Mrs Sandra Richardson Mrs Diana Bekessy Mr Robert George, Tech.R&TV, Cert.Ind. Electronics

- Caretaker - House Manager - Carpenter (Tern-r I) - Grounds Supervisor

Admin Support Centre Manager Library Assistant Library Assistant Audio Visual Assistant

Mr Charlie Greig Mr Robert Vogler Mr Ken W'hyte Mr Bob Riley Mr Geoff Austin Mrs Jennifer Young * Mrs Lorraine Britton * Miss Elvia Vizard * Mr John Evans * Ms Maureen Riley * Mrs Leonie Doran '' Mrs Jan Harris

- Carpenter - Grounds - Grounds - Cleaner - Cleaner - Cleaner - Cleaner - Cleaner - Cleaner - Cleaner

Mrs Helen Lanham Miss Terrie Nipperess, Ass.Dip.App.Sc

Laboratory Assistant Laboratory Assistant

Miss Gillian McHarg Mrs Sandra Griffiths Mrs Julie Bundy Mrs Sandra Peddieson (Sem. I) * Mrs Bev Cameron (Terms 2 & 3)

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ii':.itli|ffi Back Ror.tt (I -R): Sandra Gri.ffitbs, Tel"ri Nipperess, Geolf Austin, Bob Riley, Maureen Riley, Eluia Vizarcl.[an Hamis, Lorraine Britton, Jennfer Younpi, John Euans, Ieone Doran, Kdty Brauer, Maria Abbey Second Rou (I-R): Colleen Gectrge, Carole Hilton, Llnette Burg1ess, Jt.rditb Arkinstall, Margdrtet Young, Ken \.Vbyte, Ken Wielancl, Diana Bekessy, Robeft George, Annette Heaton, Gillian McHarg, Julie Bund1 Front Rorlt (I-R): Jennifer Smitb, Jan Budgen, Toni Reddaclffi Nancy Gilmour, Mrs.luditb Hancock, Jobn Pietzner, Toby Humble, Barry Greatorex, Susan de Tassanyi 1 !i. t..rl l_ ,:- .'", ,j-..,i" l

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Patents anrd Friends' Association Inco11)ofated

rrrhe Parents and Friends of Brisbane Gids' Grammar I s.nnot has again enloyed a successful year of fund raising and fellowshlp within the school. Our army of volunteer parents have worked effectively in the tuckshop, clothing room and bookroom, as well as on music and sporting sLlppolt committees, to improve opportunities and facilities for our daughters. The warmth ol fellowship, singularity and strength of purpose within the parent body bring success to our activities. The Mothers' and Fathers' groups once again take credit for organising a successful open meeting this year. Our combined dinner with the Friends of Girls' Grammar was a grand celebration of the school's 120 years. Funds this year have been directed to furnishings in the new gymnasium and tuckshop, tubas for the music program and air conditioning of the Bain building. In all, almost $100,000 in funding has been provided already this year.

The Valedictory Dinner in 1994, also hosted by the Parents and Friends, was an emotional and memorable occasion. Our dynamic gllest was lormer student, Ving Commander Julie Hammer and a wonderful night was enjoyed by all who attended. I sincerely thank the members of our executive committee for their hard work on your behalf and also the members of the academic, administrative and suppofi staff who assist us so willingly in our endeavours. In particular I would thank Mrs Hancock, our principal, for her strong suppofi and personal interest in the activities of the Parents and Friends.

I. G. BROWN PRESIDENT

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Fathefs'Group

- should individuals require the fbrmality of more organised meetings, then there certainly is opportunity to contribute in this way in many other Gror-rps in the School such as the Parents and Friends'Association, to name but one. Our thanks go to the school caterers for always providing a very satisfying meal preceding our meetings. Thank you, also, to Mrs Hancock for your continued suppofi and inpllt to our meetings - your comments and attendance are always very mr-rch appreciated. At the time of writing, plans are just being formulated for our hamburger stall on School Day. If you've never tried one of our hamburgers, I urge you not to miss out. The day is always extremely busy, but also contains much humour amongst the workforce - a day not to be missed. This is my last year with a daughter at the School and, with more than a little sadness, therefore, my last as a member of the Fathers' Group. I must say how much I have enjoyed my past five years of involvement with the Fathers' Group and more so the extra lnvolvement that that has allowed me to have with the School, together with a little more knowledge ol the vast array ol activities that is offered to our daughters. For those fathers who have not to date been involved with their daughter's secondary education (apart from dropping them off early in the morning and collecting them again, perhaps, late at the end of the day) I would encoul'age you to attend our Fathers' Group Meetings. I see the Fathers' Group as having a continuing and important role in the school community and am sure it will continue to provide valuable input to the School in the coming years. However, it will only continue with your participation. Thank you all for your sllpport and assistance during the year ancl I wish the incoming Executive every success for the luture. ROBIN J ST CLAIR PRESIDENT

T-h. Fathers' Group commenced this year with sorne high I activity in the grounds and garclening departments. On 15th Malch, the new McCrae Grassie Sports Centle was ofliclally opened and fol several weekends prior to that, members of the Fathers' Group spent theh first working bees of the year landscaping the hill below the swimming pool and installing a sprinkler system for the new shrubs and plants on that hill, digging and planting several new gardens, spreading bark around many of the gardens already in existence and general tidying where required. The lanclscaping was very well planned by Trevor Lynch. the immediate Past Plesident of our group and tire working parties wele ably coordinated and directed by Geoff Clarke, our Imbil and \florking Bee director. Thank you again Trevor and Geoff. The support for the working weekends at Imbil this year has been excellent, with numbers at the most recent visit being the best recorded lor some years. One more visit is plannecl on the last weekend in October and we ale all looking for-ward to another fiuitful weekend in the fiesh ail of Imbil. On 6 June we were again delighted to join the Mothers' Group lor our second annual combined dinner meeting. This year) the meeting was addressed by Mr Donald Pincott, the Head of the Art Department at Brisbane Girls'Grammar School. Donaid gave us a most entertaining and extensive insight into the operation of the Art Department, an explanation of some of the material covered in the curriculum, and also presented a video of the girls at wolk in various facets of Art. The evening was a resounding success. Our monthly meetings continue to be an enjoyable, relaxed meeting place for fathers to meet and be updated further on activities and matters concelning the school. (First Tuesday of each month 6/6:30pm.) The meetings are purposefr-rl1y informal

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Mothefs' Group

he Mothers' Group of 1995 has been a very active and friendly base to support the School. \fe began the year with a traditional welcome to new mothers in February. On this occasion new mothers blended with more experienced school support to give a rich meaning to the word Welcome. This set the pace for what has been an extremely exciting 120th year fol Girls' Grammar. The relaxed atmosphere of the Year Eight and Nine Family BBQ's in first term, continued to provide a wonclerlul sollrce of shared fellowship in the pleasant atmosphere of the school grounds. Our regular meetings on Mondays have been well attended and we thank Mrs Hancock for sharing both herself and school news together with Staff Guest Speakers who are always so sr,rpportive. This is always a lovely opportunity for conversation over a light lunch in the boarders' dining room. Craft gror,rps have been active this year providing a wonder'- ful selection of lnteresting and useful items for sale. Our pre- selling day in the grounds of Mrs Sandy Maynes' lovely home proved to be a happy and successful day. Devonshire teas were served on the verandah and guests were treated to a most informative introduction to herbs and their uses. I wish to thank Sandy and all the mothers who gave freely of their cooking time. On 26th July our main ftrndraising lunch was held at the Brisbane Sheraton Hotel and Towers with an excellent address by our guest speaker Geraldine Doogue, renowned ABC presenter of "Life Matters" on Radio National. The day was very well attended and we were treated to an interesting insight into the nature of our community, the modern style of community that works for us. It was very thought provoking. The Combined Parents' Dinner held in the newly reflur- bished Auditorium was warmly supported by 130 parents. Mr Pincott, our guest speaker, gave Lls a wonderful background into Afi as a subject, together with an interesting insight into the girls' school 1ife. It was a humorous and thoroughly entertaining evening. The Card and Games Day made a wonderful return to the school calendar. The event was held in the same delightlul venue on Friday 1st September. This event was enjoyed by all who attended. Fellowship and school news are always a great source of conversation. Open Day followed with our traditional Cooking and Craft stalls, with all the goods provided by the greater school community. The End of Year Morning Tea for Year 12 mothers and the gathering at the Lyrebird Restaurant both provided a highlight to what has been a most sr-rccessful year. On behalf of a wonderful, dedicated committee I wish to thank Mrs Hancock and all School Stalf sincerely for the education and pastoral care given to our daughters. I thank all committee members for their generous friend- ship, help and support in 1995. PATRICIA PEEL PRESIDENT, MOTHERS' GROUP

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,Th" Old Cirls Association is pleased I to repon another successlul year working within the school community. Our year started with the Annual Gen- erai Meeting in February and was quickly followed by the Gala Art Show and Official Opening of the new Arts Centre on Friday L0 March which was carried out by Mrs Bain, an Old Girl of the school and invalu- able member of the school community. This Art Show was unique in that all pieces for sale were produced by past students of the school. This event was extremely suc- cessful and we now hope to hold a similar show to coincide with School Day every second year, with a Fashion Parade every other year. \7e would like to thank the School and especially Mr Pincott for all their help in organising this event and we

Girls' Grammar in 1930 and 1.931. and is a wodd renowned sculptor. This piece will be displayed in a special display cabinet in the foyer of the Judith A Hancock Communica- tions Rlock. After twelve years as the Association's auditor, Miss Betty Baldwin has retired. Betty has been invaluable in the keeping of our account books. As a token of our appreciation for all her efforts, we pre- sented Miss Baldwin with a framed print of the school. On behalf of the O1d Girls' Association, I wish the students leaving the school in 7995 every success in their chosen careers and extend an invitation to them to maintain their contact wlth the school by becoming members of our Association. Thank you, Mrs Hancock and a1i mem- school community, for all your help and support the year. SASHA CHENOWETH PRESIDENT

Mrs B6tin opening tbe Art Sbou

would also like to thank the artists who displayed their work, bers of the as we can only hope to match the quality of art work in future th-ugho.rt yeafs.

From the profits of the Art Show, The Committee purchased a solid bronze bilby by Kathleen Shillam. Kathleen attended

OBITUARY A Life of Variety and Achievement

Marjorie Puregger's long as- sociation with BGGS beganwhen she came into Third Form at "The Crammar". having grown up in Caloundra where her family, the Bulcocks, were original settlers. Here, alongside the "staple"

An environmentalist before her time, she published an article in 1937 commenting on Brisbane's poor use of its river, compared with that of many European cities. In1.941, Marjorie Puregger, Ruth Dan, and the lateJessie Groom founded the Forum Club, a public speaking club for women which now has grown to 60 clubs throughout Queensland. From this grew her specialized knowledge of meeting procedure, resulting in two books; a compact guide calIed Cbairmansbip and a more comprehensive volume, Mr Cbairtnqn. Both are still widely used today. Marjorie and herAustrian husband Bill contributed greatly to the cultural life of Brisbane. They were involved in the establishment of Musica Viva, the Queensland Marriage Guidance Council and the Institute of International Affairs. Her involvement with BGGS resumed in the 1950s when her daughter was at the school and continued with frequent adjudicating in public speaking competitions and debates. As recently as two years ago she visited Year 1.2 Modern History classes to discuss with them her education here and her memories of the school seventy years earlier. Her generosity extended to the Faculty of English who benefited from her donation of books from her own library. \fle farewell a lady whose life has exemplified the ideals of this school.

subjects, she studied Latin and Greek, and guided by Miss Lyons and Miss Mackie she acquired her abiding love ol the classics. During her last yeaf at the school when she was Head Girl the "Sixth Form" (Seniors) designed the school uniform very similar to the one worn today. Marjorie's academic success at schooi culminated in an Open Scholarship to the University of Queensland in 1923, where she studied for the degree of BA(Hons.). This led her via teaching to journalism. Her continuing love of classics and music led her to Europe in 1935 where she spent a fulfilling twelve months visiting theatres and galleries, writing many articles about her experiences. Ma4orie Pure{Eer

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50 Year Reunion - MARCH 25TH 1995

Past and present photos were passed around, o1d friend- ships were renewed and old memories came flooding back. 'W'hat was our Assembly Hall is now the Dining Room, and here we had morning tea and welcomes. Mrs Hancock wel-

n the last Tuesday in January 1.945, one hundred and fifty thirteen and fourteen year old girls entered the gates of Brisbane Girls' Grammar School to commence their secondary education, one hundred and fifty girls entering a very different wodd. There had been almost five years of war and war restrictions still held. Our school clothes were mainly made by our mothers. Hats were hard to buy, so the panamas were many and varied, the black stockings, which after a wash or trvo would change colour, dark grey to dark blue. The world was walting for us. On March 25, 1995, eighty of these girls gathered for a reunion at the school. They came from Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney, Canberca and from many pafts of Queensland. One hundred and twenty'gids'were contacted. Those who were unable to attend were either travelling around Australia, travel- ling overseas or were minding grandchildren, and for some there was ill health either of themselves or their husbands. It was sad to hear fourteen had died.

Stctnding (L-R): Dorotby Connor (Farlottt), Jill Kirk (Seabrooke), Sbeila Leitcb (Williams), Joy Sterldrt (Argent), Carol Crew (Jdey)

comed us all. After morning tea the Senior Boarders took us on a tour of the school, a vastly different school from the one we knew fifty years ago. Everyone was impressed by the new Gymnasium, especially Mrs Rayner, our gym teacher Meg O'Rourke from the 1950's. Lunch was served, conversation continued and the memo- rabiha boards were closely scmtinised, again jogging the memories about forgotten facts and incidents and past students.

THE REUNION COMMITTEE

(L-R): Mary Elliott (nee Tlsurecht), Jean Kitchen (Robefts), Claire Mainstone (Spence), Geraldine Kettle (D'Eglon), Shirley Morison (Francis)

Prior to the day, the organising group of five, spoke to many people, and those contacted were thrilled, often asking "how did you find me?". Yes, we had to do some detective work, but once the first letter went out, information on "wanted" people came flooding back. Others said: "Will I know anyone? Will anyone recognise me? What will I talk about? Vhat if no one recognises me?" 9.30 a.m. on March 25ththe first arrivals passed through the door. There were instant cries of recognition and people who had not seen each other for twenty, thirty, forty, fifiy years recognised each other. The grey hairs and wrinkles disappeared and the "Do you remembers" started. The years rolled back and the conversation flowed. There was much laughter and jubila- tion.

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and we were delighted to have them both present and it made us realise how young our teachers were when they taught us fifty yeals ago. Animated conversation continued unabated all day. Photos and videos were taken and continued until 4.30 p.m. It was a day to remember. Old friendships were revivecl and arrangements \\''ere macle to meet for lunch the following week

before people returned interstate. The boarders met for the first time in fifty years and they had much to discuss. The day was so successful there was a request for another reunion in five years time, in the year 2000. Thanks from all present to Mrs Hancock, the Catering Staff and the Boarders for their combined efforts in making this event a successlul and memorable day. JEAN KITCHEN

TIre Thirty Year Reunion

There was fever at The Grammar, for the word had passed around, That the girls of '65 had come back home. Two hundred names were on that list, just ninety-five were found. The long, hard search showed most had chos'n to roam. And on that day it seemed to us that none had aged a bit Though each of us had lelt the time go by. Now the thirty years had slipped away but friendships were relit, For the bonds we made at school were not to die.

But the time had now arrived, fbr the group to tour the grounds Causing quite a shock to us it's very true. Now the boarders of the nineties, dine in style on carpet new in the grand o1d room we called Assembiy Hall, and the fine new gym down yonder, where our netball giris once flew. \fell, cor-rld \fE have mastered such a climbing wall? Dare we sneak a peak beyond the fence, where the Boys in Blue abound, o'er that stretch we knew so well as "No Man's Land"? At the "island" there were boys we met, also homeward bound. Just to speak to them outside the ground was banned! So the memories they flooded in, as we moved around the fooms, of the hymns and songs and afi we learnt back then. And the lunch breaks by the tennis courts, where gossip could resllme. \flell, we a1l agreed "It's great being back again". Our guides - our DAUGHTERS - dressed in blue, were shocked when told our rule of dress outside the gates in uniform. "Nfe must impress upon you, Girls, that you're ladies from our school so outside your gloves and hat must e'er be worn. And one inch above the knee gir1s, for we mLlstn't sight your thigh, \floe Betide too if a ladder's in your hose! You attend the Grammar School, where these special rules app1y, You are Ladies of the future, we suppose". In the evening when we gathered, \Wanganui our retreat, the chance to be beclecked in formal fine. At the tables we were silenced, and that was quite a feat, for to hear the stats on us it now was time. Ninety-one degrees amongst us showed that some of us could strive and the post grads numbered twenty - that's not all. The children numbered hundreds, grandchildren claimed were five. Oh, the thirty years! There's so much to recall!

Mrs Dingle joined us there, and some other teachers fbund They had shared that special time with us in blue.

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[ 20 year reunion of past students attending the school Aberween I91l and 1975 was held on Saturday 29thJuly. Two functions were held, an afternoon tea at the school followed by a dinner at the Carlton Crest in the city. Many had travelled from all over Australia and even from overseas for the occasion. Alan Dale (whom we remember from 1975) welcomed a group of about 70 in the Boarders' Dining Room, before setting off on a tour of the school. \(/e were appreciative of Barry Greatorex's tour of the McCrae Grassie Sports Centre, especially as he is marrled to Pam Stern from our year. The remainder of the afternoon was spent chatting ovel'tea and scones. The dinner was a further opportunity to catch up with o1d friends. Following drinks and savouries, Jill Rowbotham we1-

comed everyone, eighty tu'o in all. Betlveen dinner and dessert, the Boarders, lead by Ann Brownlie gave a humorous descrip- tion of life as a boarder. Sheena Boughen (Head Gid 1975) also spoke and bror-rght back many memories. Lynette Utting provided some fun by drawing some lucky door prizes of school mernorabilia and also afacialdonated by Michele Taylor (nee \ilenck). It is a great achievement that alter two decades, we are still interested enough in each other to have dinner together and to tell our stories. A booklet containing a current address list and contributions from many of the girls is available from Diana Wood (nee Thacker) (07) 3378 7245 and Lynette Utting (07) 3397 2408.

Stand.ing (I-R): Tina Vinterflood (nee Weir), Jill Rctubotbam, Diana Wood (Tbacker). Seated (I-R): Liz Dietrich (Goodin), Amanda Dalton, Michelle Hanley (Steuenson), L-t lt(ll( I lli11E.

THE BOARDERS Stan.ling (L-R): Kdte Morris (nee Henzell), Iiz Ralston, Patti Geldar'l (Tlsomson),

Deborah Attby (C'ameron), Raeleigb L.tmbert ('Georgd. Seated (I-R): Ann Broutnlie. Ann Mclntyre (Bambllng), S an dra M att b elrs (Mclntyre ), Leitb Reynolds (Filbee).

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Bortrclers' Afternoon \\ffhat does it mean to be a Girls' Grammar student? W S"r"fy,n"r. i, -or. to it than just spending every day for the last five years of your education at a school which has a particular fondness for staircases and cream or red architec- ture. Grammar spirit will live on years after those red brick buildings have been demolished to make way for the shiny grey and blue learning centre skyscrapers. Students of the future will feel just as much a Grammar gid as the first pupils did 120 years ago. Under our velour hats lie thousands of memories, all of which are a part of Grammar history. The past holds a key to what Grammar spirit is now, for the students then defined what spirit would be in the future. They shaped our reality. In many ways those pioneers of Grammar bonding were ahead of their time, as was shown in the poem of 8.H., a student of 1918. Unfortunately not all of it can be included but from this extract the feelings bel-iind it can be seen easily. THE PREFECTS lVbo stalk about tbro' all the school, and when they catcb us breaking rules, make us feel like we're silly fools? The Prefects.

Tea -June 1916

Anci when we're hauing any fun, along witb eager steps tbey run, and say it isn't to be done? The Prefects. And when we tbink the coast is clear Tbey're always sure to be quite near And at your gloueless bands tbey sneer. The Prefects.

This friendly rivalry betlveen the prefects and the schooi exists to this day, and it is surprising to see the feelings of past students echoed in the minds of our generation. An article written thirty years ago concerning the idea that "grade eights are getting smaller" would be as relevant today, and in another thirly years time, as it was when it was written. The thoughts and actions of each Year Twelve grade will reflect on their followers and so on in a never ending circle of Grammar tradition. Grammar spirit is cemented by sharing our lives with thousands of other girls who know what it's like to be who we are. It starts with the uniform, and the secrets of wearing it "correct1y". It's not long before the Grade Eights are tagged, and learn to wear their hats brim down, with the appearance of being sat on by a rather large herd of obese elephants. However,

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she is retelling the familiar stories of sleepless nights, wet sleeping bags, capsized canoes (the best record I've heard is four times in one day), and interesting food combinations. The cry of "remember when . . . " becomes more frequent as we relive the camps that transformed us from ba.re-faced innocents to the scratched and muddy legends we returned as a week later. Life as a Grammar girl isn't al1 Imbil and uniforms. There are the day to day things which everyone is familiar with. One classic example is the electronic library gate which has a l-rabit of setting off its alarm whether or not you actually have books with you. At some stage during her time at Grammar this happens to every student, regardless of her book-carrying or non-book-carrying status. One thing no Grammar girl has missed out on is the beloved Assembly. \flhere else, other than on Sports Day, is the true manner of our group displayed? -the quiet rebellion, some less quiet of course, with its muffled laughter a glad relief flron-r havlng to spend a great deal of time compacted like a knee deep blue and white puddle. At least we are entertained. The triumphs of our peers are on show, and nothing is more impofiant for fostering group spirit than hearing about the achievements of friends. Even at Assembly the spirit softly mlrrmurs along. Perhaps it is as a ray of sunllght reflected off a watch lace which dances around the Boys' Grammar shield, to

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ties and hats aren't the most memorable pieces of uniform. Who remembers getting fitted for a pair of school swimmers? It is amazrng how many people took the first pair offered in the hope of shortening the ordeal of buying the entire school uniform at once. Trying to endure a sma11 confining space while having armfr-rls of ciothes thrust at you as you attempted to remain somewhat decent, and remember which sizes of what had already been worn, is a true test of Grammar survival. If you can live through that then the worst is over, with the exception of camp. Ask a Grammar gid what Imbil means to her and immedi- ately you will see her expression change . It is not long before

the amusement of many, on one of those laid back mornings. Years after, when all those days are behind us, the ties to the groups of friends with arms outstretched eventually to encom- pass the whole school and beyond will still be there. Friends. That's what Grammar is to us. Together in spirit wherever we are, and brought to life in the stories countlessly retold. In our photos 1ie the memories of hnppy times with each other. That can never be taken away, none of it can, for in all the girls who have gone before us and those who will follow lives a timeless spirit. To quote a much used phrase "you can take the girl away from Grammar ..."

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Beginnings

. Mr Rowell's ingenious rnethod for making the 1920's movie look authentic - he used a record player turn- table. . Mrs Colwill stepping in at the last minute to understudy a role in the "Gwen Har.wood" item. She was sti1l in her gardening clothes! . The stage debut ofLaura, Elspeth and Angus McConaghy. . The totally professional attitucle of the Stage Crew and Technicians led by Mrs Murphy and Miranda Slu. Special thanks go to Miss Hatton, the producer, for ironing out many a problem, and to Mrs Hancock for her constant interest and enthusiasm for the project. I wonder what sorl of celebration we will have when B.G.G.S. turns 130 years. MRS S. EDWARDS (ARTISTIC DIRECTOR)

f) risbane Girls' Grammar School's 120th birthday was a I)rno-"nrous occasion deserving an approprrate birth- day "bash". The "Beginnings" pageant (18th, 19th, 20th August) was our way of celebrating Grammar's past, present and luture and it certainly was momentous. Around six hundred students were involved in the two hour production with items ranging from p1ays, to musicai and movement pieces, to theatre dance anda"7920's style" movie. At times it seemed impossible to pull together such a production amidst Athletics days, exhibition holidays and a visit by the Prime Minister; however, staff and students rallied together and it finally took shape. There were many highlights from "Beginnings" but a few that really stood out for me would be -

SIR CTIARTES I TI I FY'S LEGACY (FROM "BEGTNNTNGS")

Narrqtor: Woman: Nq.rrator: Woman: ("Victorian" Woman centre stage) Naryator: Ladies and Gentleman, let me introduce to you, the educated Victorian 'W'oman. A gentle creatlue to be sure - accomplished in music both vocal and instrumental, needlework, French, German or Italian, and able to run a household efficiently. A suitable companion to her husband and teacher and nurse to her children. A useful member of society perhaps, but one without rights. (ZO TIIE WOMAN) The right to vote? Woman: No. To have a profession? Teaching yes, if unmarried or widowed. To divorce your husband? Very difficult and you would lose custody of your children. A university education? Nqrrqtor:

(CHIIDREN EXIT. ENTER WOMEN) The idea is absurd. \flho would have thought? Young ladies re- ceiving a university education! It's not proper. And look at the poor dear. \ilhy she knows a great deal but she's paid her price. She's disagreeable, conceited, puffed up, her face is yellow, digestive organs and liver are all astray, her eyes are weak from too much night work and even her spine has developed a slight curve.

Woman 1: Woman 2:

Woman 1: Woman 2:

It was only in 7879 that London University opened degrees to \Zomen and I'm afraid those first female students were seen as some- what freakish. (SPOTLIGIIT ON CHILDREN DANCING AROUND MATIIILDA) Mathilda Midore Van Blurkey \flho didn't know chicken from turkey High Latin and Greek she could fluently speak But her knowledge of poultry was murky

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His grandparents were responsible for his eady upbringing. My grandfather was a strong conseffative - Tory, was the word then - and although he loved me very tenderly, I fear the old man would have been much disposed to kil1 the young banterling had he known what a radi- cal he was cherishing under his roof. His youth in England hinted at the active public life he would lead in the Colony of Queensland. Trained as a solicitor, he also helped to establish a free library, and gave lectures on adult education and industrial relations. It stands to reason that having emigrated to Queensland in 1856 he would take a keen interest in politics. \fhen the Parliament of the new Colony was elected in 1860, Lil1ey successfully contested the seat of Forrirude valley. Lilley of the Valley they called me. Itwas very exciting to be parl of a new colony with a fresh start with people who were willing to leave behind old prejudices and ideas. My wife and I had a large lamily - thirteen children - and I had a dream of free, secular education for them and al1 the other children of Queensland, regardless of class, religion or sex. This we achieved before any other colony. (STUDENTS WrTrr PUICARDS - "1860 EDUCATION ACT" and, '1860 GRAMMAR SCHOOLS ACT" enter) W.ith Grammar schools established for boys in Ipswich and Brisbane, I began to champion the cause of education for gir1s. I believed that female education in this colony, and indeed every country in the world had been seriously neglected. The great mass of women had been left in darkness. \n 1874, I chaired the Royal Commission on Education and for-rnd that I was not alone in my thinking. Calling to the witness stand, Miss Margaret Berry, Head- mistress of the girls' branch of the Normal primary school: A number of girls are very enthusiastic about extending their schooling and if they were exposed to better teachers, they would readily accept the challenge of higher studies. (E)ilT FAMILY) (ONE BY ONE TIIIRTEEN CIIILDREN ENTE R AN D FORM A FAM I IY PORTRAIT)

She's suffering from hysteria, and newous irritability and she's had dyspepsia and neu- ralgia. But remember she has a gold medal for botany and is a first year scholar in physiol- ogy. (BrllcKoq MUSIC, STTDES OF EARLY BRISBANE) The Colony of Queensland - Brisbane in the 1870's - Little more than a village without trams, electric light, motor cars, moving pic- tures and far, far away from "civilization" in Europe or even Sydney and Melbourne. The question is - how did Australia's first public secondary Grammar school for girls come to be established in such an unlikely setting as the Colony of Queensland? (cRowD oF PEOPTE - SLrDE SAYING "FOUNDATION DAY 1883")

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I, Samuel Griffith, with the greatest of pleas- ure, invite Sir Charles Lilley, former Premier of Queensland, Judge and educationalist, to 1ay the foundation stone of the Girls' Grammar School, Brisbane. After eightyears as a Branch of the boys' school, the girls finally have an independent school of their own, here on Gregory Terrace. Thank you, Sir Samuel. I would like to express my feelings through this quotation from Tennyson which will be sealed under this foundation stone for posterity - "The woman's cause is man's, they rise or sink together, dwarfed or God-1ike, bond, or free" (CROWD CIIEERS THEN FREEZES. NARRATOR MOVES CENTRE STAGE, CIICKS FINGERS, CROWD DISPERSES LEAVING A FROZEN IIIIEY)

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Now here is a visionary, arcalradical. Charles Lilley - born in 1827 atNewcastle-upon-Tyne.

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