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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.

Service beyond the spotlight

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

Sport shorts

Presenting some highlights of some recent sporting achievements by senior students and young Old Melburnians.

Celebrating our Paris Olympians

We congratulate our five Old Melburnian 2024 Paris Olympians on their success, talent and commitment.

Melbourne Grammar receives a unique gift

The School is honoured to have been gifted a signed rowing suit by triple Olympian Jess Morrison OAM (OM 2010).

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.