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At Melbourne Grammar we honour, challenge and build upon a history of ideas. In our newest addition to Grammar News, The Library, we showcase outstanding writing from across our School that continues this tradition of thoughtful investigation.
Through poetry, essays, speeches and more, our writers explore ideas that are important to our students, staff, community and the wider world.

A technological transformation in the art classroom

Senior School Head of Creative & Performing Arts Matthew Perkins examines the relationship between artistic practice and emerging technologies.

Reclaiming thoughtfulness in a distracted age

Year 12 student Ryan Mooney explores why reading books remains a cultural imperative.

A reflection from our 2023 Academic Head of School

Jaden Taveira achieved the highest possible ATAR - 99.95. Here, he highlights the benefits of learning beyond facts and figures.

A glimpse into American basketball culture

The 2023 Basketball Tour led to more than just the development of skills according to Year 12 student, Baxter Kam.

We are all part of the Melbourne Grammar ‘puzzle’

Here, Hirunaka Ekanayake, 2024 Captain of the School, describes his understanding of our School culture, leadership and service.

Year 6 takes a hands-on course in sustainability

At this year’s camp, our Year 6 students deepened their knowledge of sustainable practices in a community that puts the environment first.

Bringing nature back into the urban environment

Melbourne Grammar School's involvement in the Melbourne Pollinator Corridor will make a real difference to local flora and fauna.

New friends, new experiences

Year 7 student, Lachlan Mar, explains how the Entering the Gates camp helps with transition to Wadhurst.

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.