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2025 King’s Birthday Honours

Congratulations to the 2025 King’s Birthday Honour recipients from the Melbourne Grammar School community.

How ‘The Wizard’ shaped Australian sporting history

Known to many as the father of Australian tennis, Sir Norman Brookes’ legacy is one of both achievement and service, on and off the court.

A community campaigner fuelled by faith

Founder of The Brotherhood of St Laurence, Father Gerard Tucker (OM 1902) was known across Melbourne for his commitment to those in need, and an occasionally fiery attitude.

Service beyond the spotlight

Dr Donald Cordner (OM 1939) lived a life defined by a natural inclination to serve his communities.

The fearless matron beloved by students and soldiers

Recognised with the highest possible honour for her WWI service, School Matron Mary McKenzie Finlay was also remembered as a friend to students.

A journey of distinction and service

Our 2024 Academic Head of the School (Dux) Sanjeet Sampath now turns to studying Medicine—determined to give back and live a life of service.

2024 VCE results

With 11% of the cohort ranking in the top 1% of Victoria, we congratulate the Class of 2024 on their exemplary VCE results.

2025 Australia Day honours

Melbourne Grammar School congratulates all members of our community recognised through the 2025 Australia Day Honours.

Introducing the 2025 School Captains

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

First VI clinches APS Touch Premiership

Congratulations to the First VI on winning the inaugural APS Touch premiership this year. (Water Polo also claimed the Firsts premiership title.)