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During his time at Caulfield, Will dedicated many of his days to extracurricular activities, particularly in sports and the performing arts. These activities gave him a sense of belonging and allowed him to forge strong connections with his peers. He discovered a passion for volleyball at Caulfield, quickly becoming one of his favourite sports. Initially…

With a strong bloodline of rowing pedigree, Rosemary Popa was destined to reach the pinnacle of the sport of rowing. The daughter of Sue and Ion, two Australian bronze medallists from Los Angeles 1984, Rosemary made her Olympic debut at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games, where she won a gold medal as a member of…

Victorian gymnast Shona Morgan began gymnastics at the age of seven and quickly progressed, competing in the state championships just two years later. Shona contested her first international event in 2003 at the Canadian Classic, where she won the all-around and floor disciplines. Shona attended Wheelers Hill from 1997 to 2005 and made her Olympic…

At just 17, James Connor was the youngest male in the Australian diving team at the 2012 London Olympic Games. Connor contested the 10m platform after finishing second to Matthew Mitcham at the Australian nomination trials. In London, he finished 20th in the preliminary round and narrowly missed a berth in the semi-final. Early Achievements…

Reflecting on his time at Caulfield Grammar School, Andrew recalls his involvement in sports and outdoor activities as the key highlights. School days were the start of and the fostering of a life-long active lifestyle and set in motion a direction for his professional interests. One teacher who left a lasting impression was Jock Nelson,…

Peter Forras attended Caulfield Grammar from 1973 to 1981 and is an Australian former alpine skier who honed his skills on the Aussie Alps of Mt Buller. He competed in two events at the 1988 Winter Olympics. In 1999, Peter joined forces with Gary and Billy to design the type of products he needed throughout…

Jenna went to Caulfield Campus from 2005 to 2006 and was a mainstay in the Opals because of her abilities to both create points and defend them, but she had a rocky start to her international career with injury robbing her of a spot on the 2005 FIBA U19 World Championships team. She was picked…

Russell Basser attended Caulfield Grammar from 1972 to 1977 and is an Australian former water polo player who competed in the 1984 Summer Olympics. His participation in the 1984 Olympics came at the end of his course in Medicine at the University of Melbourne. After graduating, he deferred his first year of work due to…

Wheelers Hill campus opens Carolynne Marks (right) was a foundation student at Caulfield Grammar’s Wheelers Hill Campus when it opened in 1981 – the centenary year of the School. In addition, Carolynne was the first female student to win a scholarship to attended the School as the establishment of the Wheelers Hill Campus also launched…

Anna Skarbek (Class of 1993) is the CEO of ClimateWorks Australia, working to develop the low carbon economy. Anna attended Wheelers Hill Campus and has many fond memories of her time at school such as Yarra Junction, going horse riding and skiing, debating, lunchtimes in the Year 12 common room, watching her friends in musicals…

Emily Angwin’s journey from Caulfield Grammar School (Class of 2005) to becoming an International News Anchor for Al Jazeera English is a testament to her hard work, dedication, and passion for journalism. Emily remembers her time at Caulfield Grammar School fondly and looks back at her high school experience with gratitude and appreciation. She is…

Melissa Fein, a Caulfield Campus graduate of 1998 recalls her time at CGS having been full of adventures and fond memories. Melissa began school with the first group of girls to start Year 9 since introducing a co-ed system in 1993. Less than 15 students in her year were females. Melissa recalls forming life-long friendships…

After graduating from Caulfield Campus in 1992, Alex Wadelton followed his passion for writing and spreading awareness of the power of creativity. Starting Out Alex attended Caulfield Grammar School from pre-prep at Malvern through to Year 12 at Caulfield Campus. He recalls basketball playing a large role in helping him to feel a sense of…

Peta Krahn is no stranger to working in a male-dominated environment. She’s been involved in the Australian construction industry across the building, oil and gas, mining and infrastructure sectors for approximately 18 years. With such a wealth of knowledge, Peta was a perfect candidate to speak at a recent International Women’s Day Assembly at Wheelers…

Finding his way in to music Phil Barton (1984-92) was the winner of the Overseas Recognition Award and co-winner of the Blues & Roots Work of the Year Award at the 2016 APRA Music Awards. While attending the Wheelers Hill Campus from Year 4 to Year 12, Phil was an active member of vocal groups, appeared…

The artwork of Eva Abbinga (1995-99) featured in the Melbourne’s Next Wave Festival in May. Presented in association with Abbotsford Convent Foundation as part of the festival, Arrival of the Rajah is a seven-metre wide sculpture paying homage to one of Australia’s most precious artworks, The Rajah Quilt. Originally quilted by some of the 180 convicts on-board the Rajah…

Elly McLean’s curiosity with nutrition began when she was 17 — a Caulfield Grammar student obsessed with watching tennis, football and ironman. She was fascinated with the idea that by changing what these elite athletes put into their bodies they could change their performance. After studying a Bachelor’s degree in Health Science majoring in Exercise…

Sam Lister attended Caulfield Grammar School from 2000 to 2005 where he was an active member of Buntine House and a member of the School Committee. Initially, Sam had very little idea of what he wanted to do after school, so he decided to stick with what he was good at and what he enjoyed, working…

Tamsyn Manou (nee Lewis) came to Caulfield Grammar School in 1994 in Year 10. She attended the Wheelers Hill Campus initially but transferred to Caulfield Campus to complete Years 11 and 12. She was a member of the School athletic team during each of her years at Caulfield, winning multiple events at the APS Combined Athletics…

Starting off at Caulfield Campus Richard Wied (aka Rick Viede) (1997) arrived at Caulfield as a boarder from Foster in Gippsland and was soon entrenched in everything theatrical, eventually receiving School Colours for Drama. In Morcom House, he edited the house yearbook and newsletter and was House Drama Captain. He was also a member of the…

Thriving at Caulfield Grammar Arriving at Caulfield from Abbotsleigh School in Sydney, Pip Mitchell (1997) made her mark from the start. Over the next two years, she won a swag of academic awards, received School Academic and Debating Colours and was elected to the School Committee. In Year 10, Pip had undertaken community service at the Brighton…

Well loved TV series An award-winning screenwriter, playwright, and producer, Matt Cameron (1986) began his career as a comedy writer scripting jokes for a national tonight show and working on TV series Full Frontal in 1994-95. From these beginning Matt slowly found his way into drama writing and has been involved in some of Australia’s best loved series…

Branching out at Caulfield Campus The official Year 12 Leavers Book of 1987 tells the reader all the usual things about Richard Bourke (1982-87) as a student at Caulfield. He arrived in 1982, won distinctions in mathematics competitions, rowed, played squash and football, debated, appeared in Oliver!, was on The Caulfield Grammarian committee and edited Figleaf. His entry ends by indicating that he planned…

Caulfield Grammar School (CGS) 1995 Alumnus Dr Anita Muñoz has followed her childhood passion for music performance by joining Caulfield Grammarians’ Association affiliate club, the Grammarian Singers choir. Here she tells us about what singing means to her, her time at CGS and why being a General Practitioner of medicine is the best job in…

Alfred Joseph Watson was born on 26 May 1907, the son of Thomas Watson and Flora Henrietta Watson (née Dowell). His eldest brother, Russell Henry Watson, was an Australian amateur middle-distance champion who held titles in the mile, half-mile, and 440 hurdles. Education and Early Life School: Attended Caulfield Grammar School from 1917 to 1919…

Melbournian John Fethers attended Malvern campus from 1937 to 1945 and was seventeen when he first handled a sword, but within six months of taking up the sport, he was already a medallist at the Victoria State championships. He quickly rose through the ranks and in 1950 was chosen to compete for Australia at the…

Born Wilhelm Schober on November 14, 1956, in Melbourne to Wilhelm (Bill) and Maria Schober, Billy was first introduced to the sport of figure skating in Austria, where his family lived for two years. His father, a former international competitor, influenced Billy’s early interest in skating. At eight years old, Billy strapped on skates and…

Barry Patten, born in McKinnon, Victoria, in 1927, balanced his sporting career with his architectural studies. First educated at Caulfield Grammar followed by the Melbourne Technical College, he completed his degree at the University of Melbourne in 1951. Education and Early Life School: Attended Caulfield Campus from 1941 to 1943. Higher Education: Studied at Melbourne…

Lindsay Cuming attended Caulfield Grammar from 1936 to 1947. He gained his matriculation certificate in 1946. In that year he was a school officer (School Liaison), house secretary of Archer House, a member of the first eleven (premiers) and first eighteen, and a sergeant in the cadet corps. He returned to school in 1947 to…

Malvern Grammar School was established in 1890 by Charles McLean and, in 1924, the school moved to the current site of Caulfield’s Malvern Campus in Willoby Avenue, Glen Iris, with A J (“Joe”) Marsden as its new headmaster.   In 1948 the school’s name was changed to Malvern Memorial Grammar School, the “Memorial” part of…

Born on 12 April, 1930, John Michael Landy attended Malvern Grammar School, which was close to his family’s home in Malvern East, from 1935 to 1944. He was awarded a prize in the 1936 prize giving and soon showed his athletic talent by winning events at the junior school sports. He was later a member…

Bruce Waxman was student at Caulfield from 1961 to 1967. On his Caulfield ‘journey’ he remarks: It was Bill Sayers, my Year 8 teacher, who saw potential leadership skills in me at Yarra Junction and set me on a course in cadets leading to senior CUO [Cadet Under Officer] in my last year at school….

Born in 1919, Jack Refshauge attended Caulfield Grammar School from 1929 to 1938. He was School Captain in 1938. An outstanding sportsman, Jack was a member of the first football team for five years from 1934 to 1938. He was team captain from 1936 to 1938, the 1938 team winning the Associated Grammar Schools of…

Roger Rayson attended Caulfield Grammar School from 1947 to 1957, following in the footsteps of his father Max who had been at the school in 1926 and 1927. Like Max, Roger was a member of Caulfield’s first cricket team and later went on to play for Victoria. Max’s father, Bill, although not a Caulfield Grammarian,…

Jim Hayman is a passionate Grammarian.  He was enrolled as a student at our School in 1957 and passed the matriculation examination (equivalent to today’s VCE) in 1966 with first-class honours in British History.  In his final year at school, Jim was a Prefect and  Captain of Buntine House.  He was a member of the…

Elizabeth (Liz) Russell was a member of the teaching staff at Caulfield Grammar School for 35 years – from 1963 to 1997.  During this time she taught primary students at three campuses – Caulfield (Shaw House Primary School), Malvern and Wheelers Hill – and served during the Headships of Stan Kurrle, Bruce Lumsden, Angas Holmes and Stephen Newton. Navigating the…

Grammarians who were students at Caulfield Campus in the last years of the 20th Century and the early years of the 21st will remember a lone figure of Dr Jack Cherny jogging around the Alf Mills Oval on most mornings of the year. It is calculated that he chalked up some 82,000 laps covering 45,990 kilometres over…

Time at Caulfield Grammar Ian Polmear attended Caulfield Grammar School from 1940 to 1945. A member of Barnett House, he gained house colours in athletics, swimming, football and cricket. In his final year he was a School Officer (Library) and Secretary of Barnett House. He was also awarded School Colours for athletics, finishing second in…

Members of the CGA’s Marsden Chapter were saddened to learn of the death of Michael Macgeorge in September, aged 93. Michael attended Malvern Grammar School from 1936 to 1941. He was the fifth of five brothers to attend the school. In his final year Michael completed the Intermediate Certificate and was a member of the…

Morris Hart started as a student at Caulfield Grammar in 1936, after attending Caulfield North State School. His family lived in Inkerman Road, St Kilda; his uncles Myer and Nathaniel Blasebalk had previously attended the School in the 1920s, both being heavily involved in sport, particularly football and athletics. School sportsman Morris studied for the…

Rowing at Caulfield Robert Eyres was born in Deniliquin, NSW, and came to Caulfield Grammar School as a boarder in 1957. After Caulfield was admitted to the Associated Public Schools (APS) in late 1957, rowing was introduced as a sport at CGS in 1958. Rob was an enthusiastic participant and was a member of the…

Education at Caulfield Bernard Everett Bardwell, the eldest son of Everett and Fanny Bardwell was born on 8th September 1881 at Emerald Hill in Melbourne. He was first educated privately, then at East Malvern Grammar School, before being enrolled at CGS in 1892 aged eleven and at Speech Night that year gained second place in both the…

Boarder at Caulfield Grammar Walter Laishley Spier was born in South Melbourne in 1874 and was enrolled at CGS in 1888 as a 13-year-old boarder, amongst another 30 boarders, as his parents Walter and Charlotte lived in Hunter’s Hill in Sydney. However, in January 1889 as a 14-year-old he was enrolled at Sydney Grammar School and…

John Ware Robinson attended Caulfield Grammar School from 1902 to 1911. Known to his family as “Jack”, Robinson was born in St Kilda on 28th December 1891, the son of the Rev. Samuel Robinson and Annie Robinson (née Ware). Prefect & Captain Robinson passed the Junior Public Examination (equivalent to the matriculation) in 1909 but remained…

Welcome to the October 2024 CGA – Community News, where we celebrate the achievements, milestones, and stories of our vibrant community. From personal successes to life’s special moments, we take pride in sharing the news that brings us together. In this issue, we spotlight engagements, commemorate alumni, and honour the legacy of past students. Stay…

Reflecting on his time at Caulfield Grammar School, Andrew recalls his involvement in sports and outdoor activities as the key highlights. School days were the start of and the fostering of a life-long active lifestyle and set in motion a direction for his professional interests. One teacher who left a lasting impression was Jock Nelson,…

William Petric, a proud alumnus of Caulfield Grammar’s class of 2022, recently competed at the Paris Olympics. In this video, he reflects on how the values and lessons from his time at Caulfield helped him prepare for one of the biggest stages in sports. Discover his inspiring journey and the lasting impact of his school…

Welcome to Season 3, Episode 4 of the CGA Podcast Welcome to Season 3 of the CGS Podcast where career expert Leah Lambart engages with remarkable Caulfield Grammarian alumni who have participated in the Reverse Mentoring Program. Together, they explore and share their industry experience, perspectives, along with highlights and learnings of the program.  In…

Welcome to the October 2024 CGA – Community News, where we celebrate the achievements, milestones, and stories of our vibrant community. From personal successes to life’s special moments, we take pride in sharing the news that brings us together. In this issue, we spotlight engagements, commemorate alumni, and honour the legacy of past students. Stay…

A strong recruiting campaign upon past CGS students led by Aiden Clarke and Chris Mathieson saw Caulfield Grammarian Mens Football club numbers swell to unparalleled levels. The influx of school leavers meant for the first time in the clubs 105 year history, a second under 19 team would be fielded. An emphasis on youth and…

The 2024 season for the CGFC Women’s program brought a wave of exciting changes! A new coaching team joined the club, with Dani DiStefano taking charge of the Seniors and Lachlan Worthy leading the Reserves. We welcomed many fresh faces—from new recruits brought in by coaches, graduates from CGS, and local talent eager to try…

Photo of the Month: Shaw House Grade 5, 1963 In 1963 there were 153 students in the junior section of Caulfield Grammar School situated in attractive grounds in Mayfield Street, St. Kilda East. This photo shows Grade 5, 1963. The school magazine lists Grade 5 (V) form officials as Mark Webdale, (Form Captain), David Dunn…

Late August, the CGS Foundation team and 16 members of our Caulfield community embarked on a unique five-day trip to Kakadu. This experience gave them firsthand insight into the journey our Year 9 students undertake and highlighted the importance of investing in the future of our Kakadu program. During the trip, they also had the…

Caulfield Grammarian and past Humanitarian Foundation Scholarship student, Frankleen Newar-Jarfoi recently represented Australia at the World Youth Athletics Championships in Peru. Frankleen was the CGS School Athletics captain in 2022 and was part of the successful 4 x 100m relay team that placed 5th at the Championships. He has been awarded a scholarship to attend…

The 1881 Bequest Society and the Caulfield Grammar School Foundation hosted an event on the 23rd of July for its members and guests at the Capitol Theatre in Swanston Street Melbourne. Renowned architects Walter Burley Griffin and Marion Mahony Griffin designed this Art Deco theatre. It is an iconic venue known for its unique architectural…

Are you passionate about cricket? Looking for a friendly and competitive club to play with? The Grammarians Cricket Club is recruiting players for the upcoming season, which kicks off on October 20th. About Us: We play one-day matches on turf wickets every Sunday as part of the MCC Club XI competition. Our season includes 14…

The CGPC’s recent production of “Blackrock” by Nick Enright marked their inaugural production after taking over from the CGA Theatre Project, led by alum Youssef Sabet. The CGPC board are proud to report that over 70% of tickets were sold over the six performances and that the production garnered glowing reviews. They are particularly proud…

Caulfield Grammarians Football Club are incredibly proud to have had players from our club play in the VAFA representative football games on Saturday the 6th of July. Congratulations to Kate McCarthy and Ella Baxter, who represented CGFC in the Big V game over in Perth. It was an exciting match and VIC took the win…

Photo of the Month: The Woodwind Section, 1979 In 1979 a new bandmaster commenced, Mr. Harding. Concerts were performed at Chadstone, the Heidelberg Repatriation Centre, Deer Park High School and supporting ‘Operation Payback’ (SLAM Project). This photo from the school magazine was captioned, ‘the cool part of the orchestra’. Can you help with names? Contact, …

The 1881 Bequest Society and the CGS Foundation together with Bill White Grammarian hosted an event on the 25th of June for its members and guests at Bishopscourt the home of the Archbishop of Melbourne the most Reverend Dr Philip Freier and his wife Joy Freier. It was one of the first homes to be…

The 1881 Bequest Society took a group of excited car enthusiasts to the Fox Classic Car Collection Museum on the 18th of April.  The Fox family has some members of the family who are alumni at CGS. The collection is housed in what was a Royal Mint a heritage building and stands as a testament…

We are profoundly grateful for the support of the Caulfield Grammar School community for our Giving Day. Thanks to the incredible support and generosity of our donor matchers, and 845donors, we raised $930,508. The Foundation will be able to offer more Foundation Scholarships to students who would otherwise not have the opportunity to attend Caulfield Grammar next year….

We are looking for new bowlers to join us for the 2024/25 season, which runs from September to March. We participate in a number of social games during the season against teams from other APS alumni associations and the Melbourne Cricket Club (MCC). These are played on Wednesdays on the beautiful grass greens of the…

The Grammarians Singers are excited to announce that their next concert at the Wheelers Hill Campus will be on 29th May at 7.30pm. The theme of the concert is the 80’s and includes some great hits from Queen and Sting. Tickets are free and refreshments will also be provided. With direction from Roger Creed (ex…

Following the success of our International Women’s Day event with special guest Christine Nixon AO, we extend invitation to you to attend our next two exciting events for National Reconciliation Week and Pride Month. We aim to foster engagement and raise awareness of important issues with our community and have sought highly impactful and thought-provoking…

The gift of education to young people is one of the most powerful ways we can have a positive impact on students and their futures. Thanks to your support of the Caulfield Grammar School Foundation Scholarship Program, 41 Scholarships have been offered to students since the program commenced in 2018.  These students have come from Indigenous…

Photo of the Month: Mural at Caulfield Campus, undatedCan you help to date this painting? Who painted it? It hangs on a wall on the stairs near the Lester Seward Library. Contact,  archives@caulfieldgs.vic.edu.au    A Leader and Rowing Enthusiast: Paul Crivelli (CGS Student 1917-1920)  A recent donation to the Archives of some Cap badges and…

We are delighted to announce that the CGA has won a Best of CASE (The Council for Advancement and Support of Education) Asia-Pacific Region Award, Category: Alumni Relations Initiatives, for the Grammarian Wall at Wheelers Hill. In 2022, the Caulfield Grammarians’ Association (CGA) together with Caulfield Grammar School installed a Grammarian Wall at the school’s…

Reflecting on his time at Caulfield Grammar School, Andrew recalls his involvement in sports and outdoor activities as the key highlights. School days were the start of and the fostering of a life-long active lifestyle and set in motion a direction for his professional interests. One teacher who left a lasting impression was Jock Nelson,…

“My involvement with Caulfield Grammar School began back in 1988 when my son Christopher was a student at Malvern Campus,” says Glenda. “My son Timothy and daughter Sarah followed at the School, with Sarah completing her Year 12 studies in 2005.” And so began Glenda’s long association and active participation in the life of the…

During his time at Caulfield, Will dedicated many of his days to extracurricular activities, particularly in sports and the performing arts. These activities gave him a sense of belonging and allowed him to forge strong connections with his peers. He discovered a passion for volleyball at Caulfield, quickly becoming one of his favourite sports. Initially…

Alfred Joseph Watson was born on 26 May 1907, the son of Thomas Watson and Flora Henrietta Watson (née Dowell). His eldest brother, Russell Henry Watson, was an Australian amateur middle-distance champion who held titles in the mile, half-mile, and 440 hurdles. Education and Early Life School: Attended Caulfield Grammar School from 1917 to 1919…

Melbournian John Fethers attended Malvern campus from 1937 to 1945 and was seventeen when he first handled a sword, but within six months of taking up the sport, he was already a medallist at the Victoria State championships. He quickly rose through the ranks and in 1950 was chosen to compete for Australia at the…

With a strong bloodline of rowing pedigree, Rosemary Popa was destined to reach the pinnacle of the sport of rowing. The daughter of Sue and Ion, two Australian bronze medallists from Los Angeles 1984, Rosemary made her Olympic debut at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games, where she won a gold medal as a member of…

Peter Forras attended Caulfield Grammar from 1973 to 1981 and is an Australian former alpine skier who honed his skills on the Aussie Alps of Mt Buller. He competed in two events at the 1988 Winter Olympics. In 1999, Peter joined forces with Gary and Billy to design the type of products he needed throughout…

Jenna went to Caulfield Campus from 2005 to 2006 and was a mainstay in the Opals because of her abilities to both create points and defend them, but she had a rocky start to her international career with injury robbing her of a spot on the 2005 FIBA U19 World Championships team. She was picked…

Russell Basser attended Caulfield Grammar from 1972 to 1977 and is an Australian former water polo player who competed in the 1984 Summer Olympics. His participation in the 1984 Olympics came at the end of his course in Medicine at the University of Melbourne. After graduating, he deferred his first year of work due to…

Victorian gymnast Shona Morgan began gymnastics at the age of seven and quickly progressed, competing in the state championships just two years later. Shona contested her first international event in 2003 at the Canadian Classic, where she won the all-around and floor disciplines. Shona attended Wheelers Hill from 1997 to 2005 and made her Olympic…

Born Wilhelm Schober on November 14, 1956, in Melbourne to Wilhelm (Bill) and Maria Schober, Billy was first introduced to the sport of figure skating in Austria, where his family lived for two years. His father, a former international competitor, influenced Billy’s early interest in skating. At eight years old, Billy strapped on skates and…

Barry Patten, born in McKinnon, Victoria, in 1927, balanced his sporting career with his architectural studies. First educated at Caulfield Grammar followed by the Melbourne Technical College, he completed his degree at the University of Melbourne in 1951. Education and Early Life School: Attended Caulfield Campus from 1941 to 1943. Higher Education: Studied at Melbourne…

At just 17, James Connor was the youngest male in the Australian diving team at the 2012 London Olympic Games. Connor contested the 10m platform after finishing second to Matthew Mitcham at the Australian nomination trials. In London, he finished 20th in the preliminary round and narrowly missed a berth in the semi-final. Early Achievements…

Born and raised in Melbourne, Marena Whittle played basketball throughout her school years, showcasing her talent early on by winning multiple medals at National School Championships and being named MVP in 2011. Education and Early Achievements School: Attended Wheelers Hill Campus from 2006 to 2011. Early Success: Won multiple medals at National School Championships. Named…

Brooke Buschkuehl (nee Stratton) began her athletics journey at the age of five at the Nunawading Little Athletics Centre, inspired by her older brother, Jamie. Her passion for the long jump ignited when she won the U9 state title, marking the beginning of a stellar junior career. Brooke made her international debut at the World…

Growing up in a sporting family in Melbourne, William initially explored golf and Australian Rules football and remains a passionate Richmond Tigers fan. However, at the age of nine, he decided to pursue swimming and joined the Nunawading Swimming Club. William quickly rose through the junior ranks, participating in his first national event at just…

Will Cuming, a Caulfield Grammar School alum, recently reflected on his journey from Australia to New York. Over four years ago, he and his wife made the move, a decision that coincided with the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite the contrast between the two locations, Will doesn’t find it too jarring, perhaps due to…

Bruce fondly remembers his days at Caulfield Grammar, where he spent most of his time walking around the oval with a toy aeroplane, dreaming about becoming a pilot. He also aspired to become a research chemist. Yet, amidst these pursuits and considerations for his future, music always remained a constant passion, although he was unsure…

The boarding experience at Caulfield Grammar School (CGS) profoundly impacted Heléna (Class of 2018), fostering unparalleled bonds and friendships. It was like forming a second family, a home away from home, when her biological family was miles away. This unique environment taught her how to interact with diverse personalities and manage conflicts constructively. One lesson…

During 2020, Billy Green (Class of 2008) saw a noticeable gap in support for the local Victorian hospitality industry. Capitalising on the time spent at home, Billy started his own meal kit delivery service Make-Out Meals, a new middle ground between creator and consumer.   Time at Caulfield Grammar Billy has fond memories of his…

William Petric, a proud alumnus of Caulfield Grammar’s class of 2022, recently competed at the Paris Olympics. In this video, he reflects on how the values and lessons from his time at Caulfield helped him prepare for one of the biggest stages in sports. Discover his inspiring journey and the lasting impact of his school…

As we celebrate our August theme of “Golden Alumni”, graduate of 1967 and Past CGA President, Bill White, shares his experience with Shaw House Primary School, Caulfield Campus and his ongoing participation within the CGA.

Highlights from the 40 and 45 Year Reunion for the Class of 1979 & 1984 held at Gloria’s in Camberwell.

Harry Coleman (Class of 2016) shares his experience stepping into the real world after school and how environmental care and education became a passion worth pursuing a career in.

Highlights from the recent Cocktails and Conversations event held in the Malvern Campus Ballroom. 100 Years of Teaching and Learning at Malvern was celebrated alongside the recent launch of the Malvern Grammarian Wall.

The 20 and 25 year reunion for the class of 1999 and 2004 was held on 18th of April 2024 at Gloria’s in Camberwell.

Aly Zhang (Class of 2011) explores this months theme of “diversity” through her experience as an Australian Chinese Multidisciplinary Creative and current Head of Delivery at FutureLabs.

See the highlights from the recent 2024 Golden Alumni Society Luncheon in February.

The 30 and 35 year reunion for the Class of 1989 and 1994 was held on the 21st of March 2024v at The Deck in Brighton.

Check out the memorable moments captured during the 10 and 15 Year Reunion held at The Deck in Brighton for the Classes of 2009 and 2014.

Tim Gallop (Head of Boarding/Parent) and Bridget Gallop (Class of 2020) discuss their experience with being an “Intergenerational Family” at Caulfield Grammar for the new Malvern Wall.

Alumni Conversations are short video interviews featuring our Alumni reminiscing about their time at School, their favorite memory and what Caulfield Grammar School means to them. These interviews come from a range of different sources and cover the diverse cultural, sporting and social life of our community.

Watch Bethany Lyon (Class of 2017) talk about her non-linear career path, the value of mentoring others, and why you should get involved with the CGA and our powerful network of supportive Grammarians.

Watch the highlights from the Caulfield Grammarian Association’s recent Golden Alumni Society Luncheon, held on the 14th of September 2023.

Leah Lambart, a career & interview coach, founder of Melbourne-based career coaching business, Relaunch Me and host of the Relaunch Your Career podcast, provides her top tips on finding your new career.

As the CGA celebrates our September theme of “Career & Life Transitions”, Liam McIntyre (Class of 1999) discusses his journey through acting and the moments that led him to getting the lead role of Spartacus.

Hollia Liam (Class of 2009) assists the CGA in celebrating July’s theme of “Diversity and Equality”. Hollia discusses her experience transitioning to Caulfield Grammar School as an international student, whilst reflecting on her time as a Grammarian and part of the CGA community.

The 20 and 25 Year Reunion for the Class of 2003 & 1998 was held on 23 March 2023 at The Deck, Brighton. As we look forward to the next one, take some time to watch the highlights above!

Welcome to Season 3, Episode 4 of the CGA Podcast Welcome to Season 3 of the CGS Podcast where career expert Leah Lambart engages with remarkable Caulfield Grammarian alumni who have participated in the Reverse Mentoring Program. Together, they explore and share their industry experience, perspectives, along with highlights and learnings of the program.  In…

Welcome to Season 3, Episode 3 of the CGS Podcast Welcome to Season 3 of the CGS Podcast where career expert Leah Lambart engages with remarkable Caulfield Grammarian alumni who have participated in the Reverse Mentoring Program. Together, they explore and share their industry experience, perspectives, along with highlights and learnings of the program.  In…

Welcome to Season 3, Episode 2 of the CGS Podcast Welcome to Season 3 of the CGS Podcast where career expert Leah Lambart engages with remarkable Caulfield Grammarian alumni who have participated in the Reverse Mentoring Program. Together, they explore and share their industry experience, perspectives, along with highlights and learnings of the program.  In…

Welcome to Season 3, Episode 1 of the CGS Podcast Welcome to Season 3 of the CGS Podcast where career expert Leah Lambart engages with remarkable Caulfield Grammarian alumni who have participated in the Reverse Mentoring Program. Together, they explore and share their industry experience, perspectives, along with highlights and learnings of the program.  In…

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 11 of the CGS Podcast Welcome to Season 2 of the CGS Podcast where career expert Leah Lambart engages with remarkable Caulfield Grammarian alumni regarding their career journey, highlights and challenges. In our latest episode, Michelle Boyd, an insurance industry expert with 20 years of experience working in the UK,…

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 10 of the CGS Podcast Welcome to Season 2 of the CGS Podcast where career expert Leah Lambart engages with remarkable Caulfield Grammarian alumni regarding their career journey, highlights and challenges. In this episode, Maddie Cloke joins Leah Lambart to explore her path into the media industry, her experiences in…

  Welcome to Season 2, Episode 9 of the CGS Podcast Welcome to Season 2 of the CGS Podcast where career expert Leah Lambart engages with remarkable Caulfield Grammarian alumni regarding their career journey, highlights and challenges. In this episode, Gabriel Bergmoser, an acclaimed Melbourne-based author, playwright, and screenwriter, joins Leah to explore his journey…

  Welcome to Season 2, Episode 8 of the CGS Podcast Welcome to Season 2 of the CGS Podcast where career expert Leah Lambart engages with remarkable Caulfield Grammarian alumni regarding their career journey, highlights and challenges. In our latest episode, Sean Gunasekera, a cybersecurity expert and partner leading the financial services practice for Southeast…

  Welcome to Season 2, Episode 7 of the CGS Podcast Welcome to Season 2 of the CGS Podcast where career expert Leah Lambart engages with remarkable Caulfield Grammarian alumni regarding their career journey, highlights and challenges. In this episode, Alex Stone, a dietitian at the Hawthorn Football Club and the Sports Physio and Health…

  Welcome to Season 2, Episode 6 of the CGS Podcast Welcome to Season 2 of the CGS Podcast where career expert Leah Lambart engages with remarkable Caulfield Grammarian alumni regarding their career journey, highlights and challenges. In this episode, Kaine Lanyon, Director and Auctioneer at Marshall White, joins Leah to discuss his journey from…

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 5 of the CGS Podcast Welcome to Season 2 of the CGS Podcast where career expert Leah Lambart engages with remarkable Caulfield Grammarian alumni regarding their career journey, highlights and challenges. In this episode, Nick Hose, an award-winning journalist with extensive experience across both the public and private sectors, joins…

  Welcome to Season 2, Episode 4 of the CGS Podcast Welcome to Season 2 of the CGS Podcast where career expert Leah Lambart engages with remarkable Caulfield Grammarian alumni regarding their career journey, highlights and challenges. In this episode, Fleur Katsmartin, Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary at Royal Melbourne Hospital joins Leah to…

  Welcome to Season 2, Episode 3 of the CGS Podcast Welcome to Season 2 of the CGS Podcast where career expert Leah Lambart engages with remarkable Caulfield Grammarian alumni regarding their career journey, highlights and challenges. In this episode, Ronnie Calvert, CEO of Munro Partners, joins Leah to explore his path into the finance…

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 2 of the CGS Podcast Welcome to Season 2 of the CGS Podcast where career expert Leah Lambart engages with remarkable Caulfield Grammarian alumni regarding their career journey, highlights and challenges. In our latest episode, Emily Davis, who was the Head of Brand and Content at Mercedes Benz Australia and…

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 1 of the CGS Podcast Welcome to Season 2 of the CGS Podcast where career expert Leah Lambart engages with remarkable Caulfield Grammarian alumni regarding their career journey, highlights and challenges. In this episode, Jack Paynter, a journalist at Cricket Australia, joins Leah to explore his career journey from Caulfield…

Welcome to Season 1, Episode 4 of the CGS Podcast Welcome to Season 1 of the CGS Podcast, tune in as our alumni reminisce about their favourite memories from school and discuss the unique career journeys they have embarked on since graduating. In their podcast, Georgia and Tahir candidly share their unique post-school journeys, discussing…

Welcome to Season 1, Episode 3 of the CGS Podcast Welcome to Season 1 of the CGS Podcast, tune in as our alumni reminisce about their favourite memories from school and discuss the unique career journeys they have embarked on since graduating. In this episode, Emily Angwin candidly shares her experiences as an international news…

Welcome to Season 1, Episode 2 of the CGS Podcast Welcome to Season 1 of the CGS Podcast, tune in as our alumni reminisce about their favourite memories from school and discuss the unique career journeys they have embarked on since graduating. In his podcast, Liam McIntyre openly discusses his unconventional path to becoming an…

Welcome to Season 1, Episode 1 of the CGS Podcast Welcome to Season 1 of the CGS Podcast, tune in as our alumni reminisce about their favourite memories from school and discuss the unique career journeys they have embarked on since graduating. In this episode, Kara Henderson openly discusses her thoughts on the challenges of…