Padua
Old Boys’
Newsletter
ISSUE
Spring/Summer 2014
“W here ther e is love and wis dom there is neither
fear nor ignorance” St Francis of Assisi
THINGS FRANCISCAN
Dear Friends
Never before has the concept of leadership been more important than it is today. We have seen leadership exercised in its different modes, by Pope
Francis, and our politicians like Tony Abbott, Bill Shorten and Clive Palmer. The study of leadership
has been a focus for our Year 11 students this year. The boys have been exposed to hierarchical,
collaborative, consultative, and servant leadership models, as the boys prepared to take on leadership roles as 2015 Seniors.
Mr. Ben Lowrie, Vice Rector (Pastoral Care) devised a program and a booklet the boys were to
complete if they wanted to be Senior Leaders for next year. The applicants spoke to all the staff,
and on Year 11 camp to their friends, about the qualities they had that would fit them for leadership
responsibilities in a Franciscan school. Mr Out addressed the boys on the Year 11 Camp and prepared them for nominating among themselves those they thought would make suitable leaders.
Finally, Mr Out choose the following boys as leaders in 2015:
College Captain - Tom Fall. Vice-Captain - Jack Peoples House Leaders - Finbar Delbridge,
Harrison Pankhurst, Oscar Baker, Michael Hinds, Matthew Hurley, Ryan Pitts, Ethan
Figueiredo, Jacob Smith, Rhys Kelly, Zachary O'Donnell, Patrick Benstead, Michael O'Shea
The other leaders caring for other aspects of College life are (Committees) - Jack Dickson,
Zachary Hughes, Karl Garufi and Kyle Britto.
Four of the boys had their fathers attend Padua!
As 'Franciscans’ we all celebrate in a special way the birth of Jesus, as we recall Saint Francis
building the first crib at Greccio. For him, and for us it is for us a time to remember that with the
birth of Jesus, all of creation is divinised, made God-like. So it is, I wish you, in this holy season, blessings of peace and joy and a 2015 full of all good things for your families.
pace e bene
Fr John Boyd-Boland
Brisbane High School Design &
Build Go Kart Challenge
The Bulletin
Mark Diviney
Throughout the year a group of year 11 engineering students have worked hard to manufacture a Go Kart as a co
curricula activity in preparation for the inaugural Brisbane High School Design & build Go Kart challenge at Archerfield.
Last Monday, Team Padua journeyed to the track to test out their kart against the competition.
Padua joined Marist Ashgrove, St Paul’s Bald Hills and Sandgate SHS on the starting grid.
The Smith family organisation instigated the event to foster vocational interest in mechanical trades.
The competition began with judgement of overall appearance and standard of construction of each of the karts.
The judges were from TAFE and industry.
Team Padua consisted of Shane Eshmade, Dom Burchill, Sam Maker, Tore Calabrese, Julian Trombetta and Billy
McIntosh.
The team spent some time getting used to the track before competition began.
Team members raced against the clock to establish their fastest times over the day.
All teams had work to do in the pits as various mechanical issues arose which had to be fixed to get the team
back onto the track.
Unfortunately Padua’s kart suffered from a repeated problem of throwing the chain later in the day requiring it
to be re attached. In the end the time taken to try to find the problem cost Team Padua valuable track time.
At the end of a very successful day, Ashgrove was announced as the overall winner with Padua finishing in third
position.
Many thanks to Mrs Eshmade who assisted greatly in providing transport for the team to and from the event.
All schools involved are looking forward to being involved again in 2015 giving boys an opportunity to be involved
in the Go Kart challenge.
Special thanks to Mr Davissen for all of his organisation and enthusiasm in making the day so successful.
Mark Diviney
We are sorry!
We sincerely apologise for the repeated emails which you have
received from the College in recent times.
We have experienced major glitches with our data base.
We believe that this is rectified now.
Important
Information
Old Boys’
Database
In 2010 changes were made to the Old Boys’ electronic database at the College. There were a number of issues with
this and, in talking with some Old Boys, it seems that some
names and details have been lost. It is important that the
database is as accurate and comprehensive as possible to
keep all Old Boys informed. If you are talking to any fellow
Old Boy, please ask them if they are still receiving emails
notifying them of events and the Newsletters. If they received emails in years gone by and no longer receive
emails, please encourage them to get in touch with the
College by email, oldboys@padua.qld.edu.au or by telephone 07
3857 9999 or to change their details via the new website.
2014 Sportsman’s Dinner
Many things differ from the humble beginnings of mice races in the long-gone communications centre with an unders and overs table to the suit and tie silver service styled Calcutta of the Tattersall’s Club, however, the most essential elements remain the same. The
brotherhood and connection that makes Padua College not just a school, but a community is seen every year at this annual event. The guest speakers have always entertained,
the jokes have always been in good spirit and have been free flowing (even though they
are often directed at the same men!) Greg McLean’s dress sense has always been horrendous and for a long time, the chicken breast/lamb shank dinner was a consistent talking point of the Old Boys’ Sportsman’s Dinner.
As an Old Boy of the College, it is rewarding to give something back to a process that allowed my mates and me touring privileges on the Confraternity Shield when we were
here. The raffles and fundraisers have changed and the waiters may no longer be Year 12
students, but the atmosphere, generosity and genuine appreciation for a worthwhile
cause remains consistent.
This year’s was no different with Gary Belcher and Kevin Walters entertaining us with
great anecdotes and folklores of a yesteryear in Queensland Rugby League, as well as
providing insightful and pertinent messages for the future.
As an annual event, it is always something that the gentleman of Padua look forward to
and a huge thanks must go to the ladies and gents that organise such a terrific event.
Chris Yeo (OB 1999)
Where are they
now?
Jamie Young
OB 2000
Dan Cull (Grigg House Guardian) & Jamie Young
Recent visit to the College October 2014
Having grown up in Australia, he attended Padua College, where he played in the First XI as Goalkeeper and
also played at Albany Creek at club level. Young moved to England in 2002 to play professional football for
Reading. After failing to break into the first team, he was released by Reading on 8 May 2006, and subsequently signed a one-year deal with Wycombe Wanderers on 2 August 2006.
He missed much of the 2007–08 season with a knee injury, but regained fitness by the end of the season.[2] His
contract was cancelled by mutual consent in January 2010 after he was informed that he would not be offered
a new contract in the summer. He was signed on a non-contract basis by Aldershot Town of League Two on 11
March 2010 as cover for goalkeeper Mikhael Jaimez-Ruiz.[3]
After impressing and establishing himself as the first choice goalkeeper, in the last quarter of the 2009–10 season, where Aldershot Town qualified for the League Two play-offs, Young signed a one-year contract with the
club in June 2010. With the arrival of new goalkeeper Ross Worner in the 2011–12 season, Young was demoted
to second choice goalkeeper but still managed to make a number of appearances in the later stage of the season when Worner was ruled out with a back injury. On 24 June 2012, Young signed a one-year contract to
keep him with Aldershot until 2013.[4]
Young left Aldershot in June 2013 after the club were relegated from the Football League and placed in administration.[5] He played on game for Basingstoke Town in September as cover for their regular goalkeeper before
joining fellow Conference South side Whitehawk the following month.[6][7] After making only one appearance he
moved again, this time joining Hayes & Yeading United.[8] After making 10 appearances for Hayes & Yeading
during its 2013–14 Conference South campaign, Young was released by manager Phil Babb following an onfield altercation with a team-mate in a 2–0 defeat to Bath City.[9][10]
On 10 May 2014, it was reported that Young would return to his hometown to join A-League defending champion Brisbane Roar for the 2014–15 season.[11]
Wikipedia
Oct 2014
Congratulations
To Brady Foster (OB 2006) who finished second in
AFL Reality TV competition ‘the Recruit’
Congratulations to our very own Harris Andrews (Yr 12)
who has just been drafted into the Brisbane Lions to
play full time professional AFL next year! Harris has
been a member of the the Hyundai Brisbane Lions
Academy from which he has been given the opportunity to grow as a player and a future talent of the game.
Harris accepted the draft pick after some very keen interest from several other AFL clubs in Melbourne. He
will be hitting the Brisbane Lions training paddock immediately after he graduates and from talking to him
he wouldn't have it any other way. The Paduan Community wishes him every
success and can't wait to see him at the GABBA or MCG down the road as his
possible playing career prospers. Well done Harris!
Swimming Records
The College is often contacted by Old Boys wanting to
check if their records for
sporting achievements still
stand.
The next couple of pages
show the records as of this
year for your information and
reminiscing.
Swimming Records
Are any of your
records still there?
Track & Field Records
Are you
mentioned?
Track & Field Records
Track & Field Records
Still Champion?
Congratulations
25 years on staff at Padua
Gary O’Brien
Debra Matthews
Marina Mantini
What happening
around the
school?
Quest Newspapers
Orienteering 59 mins. Alan Hall and Anthony
Palella 2005
Bouldering Wall 28 Secs. Morgan Brading 1999
Crate Tower Activity 12 mins Bradley Marr
2000
Hiking- Harry's Hut to Elanda Point 2 hrs 10
mins Yr 10 1988
Amaroo
Records
What happening
around the
school?
Taken from the Bulletin Newsletter
article by Ben Sitarz OB 1998
Padua’s relationship with the Kedron-Wavell RSL sub branch continues to
strengthen with four senior students, Jack Taylor, Charlie Syvret, Alister
Wiseman and Reece Andrews participating in the inaugural 100 kilometre
WWI Queenslander Challenge. This initiative facilitated by Executive Excellence and sponsored by the Kedron-Wavell RSL sub branch involved walkers
each carrying a brick with the name of a Queensland serviceman, from
Woodford to Gap Creek in 36 hours. Mr Jason Pacey and I accompanied the
boys on their journey and we were awestruck at the efforts of these boys in
completing the task. We look forward to increased involvement from the
Padua community for the 2015 event.
What happening
around the
school?
Richard Butler
The Bulletin
On Tuesday 21 October Padua College hosted 21 students from the Islamic College of Brisbane. After the welcome and prayer the students listened to an interesting talk from our Chaplain Fr John Boyd-Boland on the topic of Padua College,
its history, the Franciscans and the important relationship St Francis had with the
Sultan Malik al-Kamil of Egypt during the Crusades.
There were different activities the students were involved in. These included get
to know you games that created discussion and fun. The boys enjoyed some
games eg basketball and soccer.
The 21 Padua students took our guests on a tour of the school that included the
new building, pool, gym, science labs, library and computer rooms.
At the completion of the visit we evaluated the morning and the feedback was excellent as all boys expressed the fun they had plus the wonderful learning experience. It was great to engage in inter faith dialogue with other students.
We had a photo together and look forward to visiting the ICB students next year.
This great relationship between Padua College and the Islamic College of Brisbane has now been going for 5 years. This is a great way to develop understanding, knowledge and tolerance of different cultures and religions in our community.
Can you help?
Are you able to assist as a coach at
Padua in 2015?
Please contact Scott Maguire if you are
interested.
smaguire@padua.qld.edu.au
Sportsman’s Dinner 2015
The 2015 Dinner will
now be held on 1st
May 2015 at
Gambaro’s Restaurant
CHANGE
OF DATE &
VENUE
Where are they
now?
Sunday Mail
25/10/2014
Nick Laube
& Nick Harris
(OBs 2012)
What happening
around the
school?
The Bulletin
Congratulations
Padua First Basketball Team!
Undefeated AIC Champions
2014
Bulletin 14
2014 Rugby Tour
What happening
around the
school?
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What happening
around the
school?
What happening
around the
school?
Update your details
New College Website—
Old Boys Network
Old Boys’ Pages
Located under Community
FOTH
Business Directory
About our Community Business Directory Initiative
Connecting the Community
Now in its fifth year, the combined schools FOTH Community Business Directory provides a unique opportunity for businesses to
promote themselves directly to the Franciscan Community. The Franciscan Community consists of Padua College, St Anthony's
Primary School and Mt Alvernia College, and their surrounding community and businesses.
We encourage parents, friends, supporters and of course Old Boys of Padua College to use this directory whenever they are in need
of a builder, electrician, hairdresser, painter or any services required. In supporting each other in this way, the FOTH Community
Business Directory will grow, and strengthen our community in a very real and practical way.
Advertising in the FOTH Community Business Directory shows your support for Padua College and the local Kedron Franciscan
community. It also provides great exposure for your business to the Community in a targeted marketing approach that ensures the
audience is receptive to your values.
Further to the above, for 2014 we are expanding the marketing and advertising opportunities for the Directory. We are incorporating a Facebook page, ramping up our e-Newsletters, adding e-Newsletter sign up features to various applications, developing
LinkedIn integration to the online Directory and expanding our network reach to a wider community. On top of this, we will be
holding a Launch Event at St Anthony's Primary School on Thursday 31 October; we would love for all the Padua College Old
Boys to be involved in this fantastic networking event.
PC Graphic Art will be managing all FOTH Directory bookings and payments on behalf of Padua College (and the FOTH Schools).
To make a booking or for more information, please contact PC Graphic Art at forthdirectory@pcgraphicart.com.au, call 07 3358
4654 or visit the FOTH Directory website http://fothdirectory.com.au.