The Hallowian - Volume I 2021 - Flipbook - Page 3
The Hallowian
EDITORIAL TEAM
GABRIELLE GOULDING (PPA)
MAREE NUGENT (PAST PUPILS’ LIAISON)
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FROM THE PRESIDENT
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A CELEBR ATION OF CONNECTIVIT Y
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OUT OF THE ARCHIVES AND INTO 2021
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PRINCIPAL’S REPORT
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AHSISTERS ON THE PANDEMIC FRONTLINE
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INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY
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WELCOMING B ACK THE CL ASS OF 2020
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VALE
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SISTER STORIES
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L ADIES I LUNCHED WITH
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REUNION DAY
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JUBILEES
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UPDATE FROM HELENA’S HOUSE
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FROM THE ALL HALLOW S’ FOUNDATION
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IN MEMORIAM
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COMMIT TEE FOR 2021
“The Past Pupils’ Association has approached 2021 with enthusiasm
to ensure that it was ‘business as usual’ as we learned to live with the
many changes that we’ve had to make over the past 18 months.”
From the President:
Welcome
The Past Pupils’ Association has approached 2021
with enthusiasm to ensure that it was ‘business as
usual’ as we learned to live with the many changes
that we’ve had to make over the past 18 months.
We have been able to have our merchandise stalls
back in business at regular AHS events and move
with the times to a cashless payment system.
Popular merchandise, along with new pearl
bracelets and vanilla-scented candles, are selling fast
both at our stalls and online. Our online presence
is proving to be very successful and is supported by
our point of sale displayed in the school’s uniform
shop. Our team continues to work on introducing
new lines to the merchandise range with a new
tote bag in the pipeline for release this year. Be
sure to purchase a special keepsake or gift from our
Merchandise Collection whilst stocks last.
I was filled with pride at the Inaugural Mass for
2021, as 16 past pupils from across the decades
accompanied current students in a procession
to represent the 160-year history of All Hallows’.
Candles and magnolias were symbolically placed on
the altar for each decade from 1861-2021.
Our past pupils’ community has demonstrated how
much they love to socialise and catch up with other
alumnae, at the 2021 International Women’s Day
Breakfast held in March. Moving this event to a
new location proved to be a success as 200 guests
frocked up and filled The Warehouse, owned and
managed by Catherine (1987) and Siobhan (1989)
Bickle. This year’s theme ‘Choose to Challenge’ had
all eyes on our guest speakers, Jill Stockwell (1986)
and Dorcas Tuyishmere (2017). These inspirational
women spoke candidly about their own experiences
with conflict, change and resilience in a conversation
guided by accomplished journalist, Aislin Kriukelis
(O’Connor) (2002). After receiving so much fabulous
feedback about this event, we will look to make it an
annual addition to the PPA calendar.
This year we also launched the inaugural ‘Come back,
we miss you already!’ afternoon on the Terrace for our
newest past pupils. The 2020 cohort enjoyed pizza, ice
cream and garden games, as well as an opportunity to
check in on how everyone was doing in their first three
months post All Hallows’. It was wonderful to see over
100 graduates all doing so well, happily reconnecting
and swarming the crowd favourite, Ms Sue Havers, as
she made a special guest appearance.
The committee is now busily preparing for ‘Connect
Blue’ on 11 September. This will be a great opportunity
to celebrate being an All Hallows’ girl with an evening
of food, drinks and music. The event will be a
wonderful chance to socialise and stay connected in
the idyllic setting of Catherine Court. Get your friends
together and keep an eye on our socials for when
tickets are released for sale. The Annual Past Pupils’
Mass and Morning Tea and Reunion Day will be held
on 30 October and we hope to see many of you there
for this special liturgy where we give thanks for the
education and opportunities that All Hallows’ has given
us.
It’s so exciting to be publishing another digital version
of The Hallowian. This has proved to be an effective
way to share information and articles with a broader
audience. Many of you will have noticed our increased
social media presence. Please also follow us on
Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn to stay informed and
updated on what’s happening.
As always, I’d like to thank our committee of volunteers
who put so much effort into keeping us all connected
as a past pupils’ community. I’d like to invite you all to
attend our Biennial General Meeting on 29 November
and encourage you to join this collaborative team
that keeps our past pupils informed, entertained
and stocked up with merchandise. If you would like
additional information on the activities and roles of our
committee, please email ppa@ahs.qld.edu.au.
Thank you all for your continued support in 2021. I’m
looking forward to seeing you before the year’s end
and I pray that you and your families stay safe, healthy
and happy.
Dieu et Devoir
Tron Fisher
2021 | The Hallowian
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