Topic: Old Melburnian Profile
The act of generosity that transformed our Jubilee
Former Old Melburnian President Edwin Currie (OM 1881) was only too willing to help as our School faced a funding shortfall during our Jubilee celebrations.
Using fun to create life-saving change
By promoting a serious cause with humour, Jehan Ratnatunga (OM 2000) has found a way to transform business success into practical support for the developing world.
Changing attitudes one club at a time
With a lifelong passion for inclusivity and equality, former Grimwade House student Angie Greene is challenging sporting clubs to do better for queer players.
Speaking up to revolutionise road safety
Undaunted by political and industry opposition, two Old Melburnians are jointly responsible for some of the measures that keep us safe on the roads today.
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.”
Making the most of every opportunity
With a novel under her belt and a busy career in law, former Grimwade House student Steph Vizard has learned that creativity doesn’t always require perfect conditions.
Writing in collaboration opens up new worlds
A children’s author who is passionate about First Nations literacy, David Lawrence OM 1981) is worlds away from his first job working for an oil company.
The lasting legacy of Arthur Barrett
Arthur Octavius Barrett (OM 1887) had a lifelong involvement with the School but his leadership in establishing the Steele Oval is a little known story.
A lifelong passion shapes Australian art history
Dr Mark Cabouret (OM 1971) continues to be dedicated to celebrating the artworks and revealing the lives of four important Australian ornithological artists.