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Topic: April 2025 Edition

In memory of Edward Millear

We mourn the loss of Edward Millear, a wonderful young man taken far too soon.

Introducing the 2025 School Captains

The Captains of each campus play an important role in shaping the culture of the School.

Challenging complacency to save children’s lives

Facing denial and obstruction, Dr Bob Birrell OAM (OM 1950) devoted decades of his life to protecting young children from abuse, eventually transforming how hospitals approach this issue.

A dedicated leader who transformed public health

With his unwavering focus on introducing cancer prevention practices across Australia, Nigel Gray AO (OM 1946) is “probably responsible for preventing more disease than any other Australian.”

The value of a broad liberal education

In an AI-permeated age, our School must cultivate thinkers who reason ethically, analyse critically, and engage meaningfully according to our new Director of Learning and Research, Matthew Maruff.

A refreshed curriculum opens new learning pathways

This year, our Year 7-10 students will engage with a new curriculum created to ensure they are connected to their learning, and prepared for future challenges.

Expanding the study of Philosophy and Religious Studies

The updated Philosophy and Religious Studies curriculum promotes thinking deeply and thinking well explains Justin Glenn, Head of Philosophy and Religious Studies

Weaving the cloth: growth pathways at Grimwade House

At Grimwade House, learning is an intricate tapestry—woven uniquely for every child, with care, creativity, and purpose. And, in this article, we also introduce the 'What does your child need today?' library.

The first phase of a new Centre for Humanities

The Rhoden family legacy continues at Melbourne Grammar School with the construction of a new Centre for Humanities now underway.

A First Nations graduate inspires a new generation

Lachlan Harlow (OM 2013) embodies strength through identity, returning home to uplift the next generation of First Nations youth.