January 2019

Nikki’s got next! – Nikki Wishart ’17

Nikki Wishart ’17 is making her mark in the music scene with the release of her debut single ‘Frère Jacques’. Deriving from a mainly pop background, she brings a quirky edge to the scene with her newest release. Passionate not only about music but social change and

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All rounder Arj – Arjunan Puveendran ’06

After graduating TRC in 2006 Arj decided to study arts/law at Monash University and now works in Sydney as a Senior Associate at Thompson Greer. Arj was even shortlisted for Australia’s 30 under 30: Arj also maintains heavy involvement in music and the Arts. He regularly performs

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CEO of Blackmores – Alastair Symington ’90

Blackmores, Australia’s leading natural health company has brought an end to their 100 day international search for a new chief executive with the announcement of OIG Alastair Symington ’90 being selected to head the company as CEO. Alastair comes to the new role with a strong background

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Centre Half Bench

Footy fans! OIG’s Brenton Aisbett & Carl Oates both from the Ridgeway Class of 2010 have their own podcast ‘Centre Half Bench’. Centre Half Bench is an hour long production that takes a look into the lighter side of the AFL, filled with weekly reviews, previews and

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Alumni back to start the conversation

On Monday 27 May, it was wonderful to welcome back to IGS alumni Jamie Forsyth ‘90, Elise Dunstan ’01, Lori Dalton ’01, Geoff Golden ‘02 and Hayden Burch ’11 to start the conversation on sustainability. Jamie, Elise, Lori, Geoff and Hayden were on the panel and provided

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Banyule Council Volunteer Award

Congratulations to Year 11 student Khushi who has been recognised by the Banyule council with a National Volunteer Award for being an excellent role model in school, the local community and internationally. The award was presented by Banyule Councillor and OIG Peter Castaldo ’96.

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OIG’s Rock!

Clearly, IGS and our alumni rocks! Jack Van Staveren ’09 and Hudson Sharp (a current IGS student – and son to Glenn ’89) are currently performing in Andrew Lloyd Webber’s “School Of Rock The Musical”, which is presently touring China. Jack and Hudson have had the privilege

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NGV Honours – John Dermer ’67

John Dermer ’67 has been honoured with a survey exhibition for his contribution and achievements in ceramics for more than 50 years. John is one of three potters that have been honoured this way and he acknowledges the support of his family in particular, his wife, Shirley.

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A Booklover’s Comedy Show – George Dimarelos ‘04

Now Playing at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival. Get down to Tasma Terrace 2 at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival and support George Dimarelos ’04 in his show ‘A Booklover’s Comedy Show’. George performed this show at the Edinburgh Festival last year and has since been to

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