1998 School Magazine

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Girls 6rammar ^ichool ;Brisbane 1998

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The Econon^CS Society

998 has been a year of change for the Economics Society. Forging stronger ties with the BGS Economics Club has also We have taken on a new charity, involved Year Tens and meant, however, that we have come to appreciate the non-

fundraising role that we hold. One of the most popular activities has been our BGS-BGGS forums. The first forum was held on 13th March to discuss "Australia's National Identity". it was a complex issue which was handled well by all involved. The second was held on Social Studies Faculty Day in July to discuss "The Power of the Media". The topic was broad and allowed discussion of many issues from the rise of Pauline Hanson, to gun laws and the death of Diana, Princess of Wales

forged stronger ties with our BGS Economics Club. Changes began early in the year when we changed our fundraising focus from the Mutofoa Secondary School in Tuvalu, to a World Vision sponsored project for female-oriented health education in Mauritania, on the west coast of Africa. This new fundraising venture has motivated the society, because for every dollar we raise, the government donates three. This makes allot our effort seem even more worthwhile

(L-R).' C Pr, 'ce, G. /obnson, K. Mendr", S. Hoyes

Throughout the year guest speakers have discussed eco- nomics-related issues. On 31st March DrJeremy Williams from the QUT School of Economics and Finance came to talk to both clubs about "General Economic Conditions". On 22nd May, past students from BGS and BGGS came to speak to interested members of the school community on courses in Economics, Business and Commerce at the University of Queensland. The day provided invaluable information from a more personal perspective The success that the Economics Society has enjoyed to date is the result of the tireless efforts of all our members and the supportive Executive consisting of Georgina Johnson, Sarah Hoyes and Sally Lohrisch. Special thanks in List also go to MTS Chakravorty and Mr Wheatley who have been constant sources of help and guidance CHARLOTTE PRICE AND KATIE MENDRA

including Year Tens in the Economics Society was a decision which followed a suggestion from last year's board. 11 seems logical to include them as they can gain insight into the world of economics prior to subject selection, and they have also managed to contribute much to our projects through their enthusiasm and willingness to help The most visible sign of the Economics Society throtighout the year, however, has been our fundraising ventures. We began by celebrating international Women's Day in March in recognition of the women in Mauritania. To commemorate the day we sold yellow ribbons which soon became as common to see on a BGGS tie as the school badge. Later in the year, we achievedfLirthersuccess selling "folly jewellery" arthelnterhouse Athletics which gave lavish house-coloured outfits an extra dash of style. We also sold watermelon which soon became an attraction all of its own for the health-conscious. Further fundraising events occLirred at School Day

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