Topic: Old Melburnian Profile
Seeing the world by following the sun
The rich life of Zeus Merfield (OM 1918) demonstrates just how far following our passions can take us.
Vale Barry Humphries AO CBE (OM 1951)
One of the world's finest comedic performers, Old Melburnian Barry Humphries died on 22 April 2023.
A strategic path to success
After being inducted into the Hockey Australia Hall of Fame, Lachlan Dreher shares the importance of strategy, detachment and a sense of fun.
Collaborating for our community’s water security
Grimwade House graduate Chloe Wiesenfeld is working on one of the biggest challenges Victoria will face in the next 50 years: the security of our water supply.
Turning the ship around on sustainability
Creating a more sustainable world takes patience, but for Chester Cunningham (OM 1993), there’s no question about the importance of his work.
Stanley Melbourne Bruce, a Life of Service
Year 12 student, Marcus Allen, explores the lasting impact of Stanley Melbourne Bruce (OM 1901), appointed Prime Minister of Australian in 1923.
An Old Melburnian at the top of his game
Pat O'Hara Wood won the Australian Open in 1923. Here, Year 10 student Thomas Amarasekara showcases his life.
A legacy of contribution
As Chair of the Witherby Tower Society, Jim Cousins AO (OM 1961) sees his role as continuing a lifelong commitment to service.
The impact of the Old Melburnians Dick Cotton Fellowship
Tom Akhurst (OM 2016) reflects how the Dick Cotton Fellowship has enabled him to offer hope, connection and commonality to others.
Two journeys from philosophy to profession
Having following very similar trajectories leading up to university, two Old Melburnians with a passion for philosophy then took their learning in different directions.