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A record-breaking Old Melburnian joins the Olympic team

Just weeks before the 2024 Paris Olympic Games were set to begin, a fifth Old Melburnian was selected to join the Australian team.

A new challenge for one of our Olympic greats

Heading into her third Olympics with one gold medal already to her name, Jess Morrison (OM 2010) is setting her sights even higher this time.

A committed rower becomes an outstanding leader

Fergus Hamilton (OM 2017) is heading to the Olympics with some remarkable credentials.

An Olympic journey marked by determination and grit

Through successes and setbacks, Tim Masters (OM 2009) has held onto one quality that he says matters as much as talent: persistence.

Bringing a crew together to make history

Now on his way to the Paris Olympics, Jack Robertson (OM 2016) believes team dynamics are key to rowing success.

Our history of Olympic achievement

Old Melburnians have represented Australia with honour at Summer, Winter, and Paralympic (Winter) Games.

Australia’s first Olympian: Edwin Flack (OM 1890)

Celebrating 'The Lion of Athens', Australia’s sole representative at the first modern day Olympic Games in 1896 whose legacy continues to support our students.

The competitors who forged new Olympic traditions

Five Old Melburnian Olympians have competed with distinction in, perhaps, less familiar sports.

Defining courage in unexpected ways

Otto Yuncken (OM 1921) was recognised for an incredible act of bravery In 1924. His courage continued to shine throughout his life.

Investigating the impact of the Grand Prix

The Year 11 Geography class steps outside the classroom to undertake learning in a new environment.