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Turning over a new leaf 

A career change at 30 led Matt Reinhard from finance into groundskeeping, where he has found a new sense of purpose working with the Melbourne Grammar Grounds and Property team.

An interactive walk in the park

A group of Year 7 and 8 students is looking at the Royal Botanic Gardens differently, developing an interactive experience that encourages visitors to explore their surroundings.

Learning to lead 

At Grimwade House, leadership is not simply about holding a title. It is about giving students the confidence to contribute and make a difference in their community.

Setting the pace on medical advancement

Rowing, fishing and medicine took Mark Lidwill (OM 1895) in unexpected directions. His determination to advance medical treatment ultimately led to the invention of the cardiac pacemaker.

Sport shorts 2026 

An overview of some recent sporting achievements by our students.

Deciphering the language of medicine 

For Georgios Pirpiris (OM 2025), the way languages build and connect ideas has continued to shape how he approaches his studies, now in his first year of medicine.

More than a lightbulb moment 

Faced with one of Australia’s pressing health challenges, four Year 10 students set out to develop a practical solution to Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease.

Putting pen to paper on the world’s big issues 

Three Melbourne Grammar students have been shortlisted in the international John Locke Institute Global Essay competition, writing on questions spanning AI, criminal justice and personalised pricing.

Being an Old Melburnian 

In an extract from his address at the 131st Old Melburnians Annual Dinner, Jeremy Nichols (OM 1983) reflects on what it means to belong to a community that extends well beyond school.

The story behind the new sports uniforms

The new Melbourne Grammar sports uniform is the result of years of research, design, and consultation, with sun protection, sustainability at its forefront.