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Honours & Awards
The College would like to congratulate members of the St Andrew’s community who have received the below honours this year:
2025
James Simpson (Fr 1971)
For service to people with disability through legal and board leadership positions and as an advocate for their health and wellbeing.
2024
Dr Graham Grant (Fr 1951)
For contributions to biomedical engineering and medicine.
Mr Warwick Shanks (Fr 1988)
For outstanding service to business and the community with his involvement in a number of different organisations
2023
Professor Matthew Colless (Fr 1979)
For service to scientific research, particularly to astronomy and astrophysics, and to professional societies.
2022
Mr Allan Anforth AM (Fr 1975)
For significant service to the law, to social welfare and to education.
Dr Denis Hugh Gordon OAM (Fr 1954)
For service to the community of Belmont.
Mr James John Barkell OAM (Fr 1964)
For service to the community through a range of organisations.
Mr Donald Rees Magarey OAM (Fr 1958)
For service to the law and to music.
2021
Reverend Dr John Alexander Pender (OAM) (Fr 1969)
For service to the Uniting Church in Australia, and to education.
2019
Dr Lester William Burgess (AM) (Fr 1966)
For significant service to international agricultural research in the areas of plant pathology and biosecurity.
Dr Phillip Kelvin Brownlie (OAM) (Fr 1965)
For service to medicine as a general practitioner.
Dr Peter Ian Davidson (OAM) (Fr 1968)
For service to medicine as a general practitioner.
Emeritus Professor Trefor Owen Morgan (AO) (Fr 1953)
For distinguished service to medicine, and to medical research in the physiological sciences, particularly in relation to hypertension.
Dr Richard Murray Tooth (OAM) (Fr 1948)
For service to medicine as an orthopaedic specialist.
2018
Dr William Leith Porges (OAM) – Principal of St Andrew’s College 1999 – 2008
For service to tertiary education, and to veterinary science.
Professor Rosalind Frances Croucher (AM) – Honorary Fellow of St Andrew’s College
For significant service to the law as an academic, to legal reform and education, to professional development, and to the arts.
2025
The Reverend Mary Elaine Farmer (Former Councillor)
For service to the Anglican Church of Australia.
Mr David Henry Pigott OAM (Fr 1974)
For significant contributions to charitable organisations.
Mr John Roy Trowbridge OAM (Fr 1965)
For outstanding service to business, the risk management sector, and the actuarial profession.
2022
Mr Richard John Dunstan OAM (Fr 1971)
For service to the community through a range of organisations.
Robert Peter Austin AM (Senior Tutor 1979-1981)
For significant service to the law and to the judiciary, and to education.
Mr David Arthur Kenyon AM (Fr 1975)
For significant service to the community of the Australian Capital Territory region.
2021
Dr Andrew K Hewish (Fr 1988)
For services to the Arts, in recognition of his role as founder and Executive Director of the Centre for Recent Drawing.
2020
Former Councillor/Hon. Fellow Dr Jennifer (Jill) Gordon AM
For significant service to psychological medicine, and to professional medical bodies.
Emeritus Professor John William Longworth AM (Fr 1961)
For significant services to tertiary education, and to the agricultural sciences.
2019
Dr Keith Douglas Sutor AM (Fr 1973)
For significant service to international relations, and to the Uniting Church in Australia
2018
Mr David Westbrook Anstice AO (Fr 1966)
For distinguished service to Australia-America business relations, particularly in the pharmaceutical field, through roles with multinational and educational organisations.
Mrs Anita Belgiorno-Nettis AM (Past Parent)
For significant service to the community through support and philanthropic contributions to social welfare and arts organisations.
Dr Kim Alexander Ostinga OAM (Fr 1954)
For service to medicine, particularly to orthopaedics.
We would like to congratulate the following alumni for their efforts in the community and for receiving these prestigious awards.
2025
John Phipps (Fr 2022) and Tom Bessell (Fr 2022) Selected as Global Finalists
John and Tom’s company ALBON was selected as one of 20 global finalists for the MIT Climate and Energy Prize (CEP) in Munich.
Toby Freeman (Fr 2022) Debates on World Stage
Toby has competed at the World University Debating Championships in Panama. Representing UNSW, he debated in nine rounds on diverse topics including India’s economic policy, and confidence culture.
James Glenday (Fr 2004) Joins ABC
James is the new co-host of ABC News Breakfast. Joining ABC as a cadet in Darwin in 2010 and having spent time as the Europe and North America correspondent, as well as two stints as a political reporter at Parliament House, James is now presenting on Canberra’s nightly news. Tune in weekdays from 6-9am!
Sean Stuart (Fr 2018) Publishes Debut Novel
Sean has released his debut novel, Mr. Muerte. Described as dark and full of mind-bending twists, we’re looking forward to this thrilling read! The stunning cover artwork was created by fellow Androvian Clarissa Luk (Fr 2018).
Laura Gourley’s Rowing Glory
Laura has represented Australia at the 2025 World Rowing Championships, and competed in the Australian Rowing Championships, winning the Queen’s Cup for NSW, as well as the Open Women’s Single and Quad Sculls.
Alice Arnott (Fr 2016) Selected as Hockeyroo
Alice has been selected in the Hockeyroos squad for the FIH Pro League Squad – UK/Europe. Alice was awarded the FIH’s Player of the Match award from their win over match with India.
Alice Nason (Fr 2018) Named Fulbright Scholar
Congratulations to Alice, who has been selected to be a Fulbright Postgraduate Scholar. Alice has commenced her studies at the University of Maryland, examining the modernisation of the Australia-US alliance and implementation of the AUKUS partnership on nuclear-powered submarines.
Connor Murphy (Fr 2020) Receives University Sports Honour
Connor has been awarded Sportsman of the Year at the Sydney Uni Sport and Fitness Awards. Connor set a personal best of 16.82m in the triple jump, marking the longest jump by an Australian in over 10 years.
Alice Litchfield’s (Fr 2019) Theatrical Debut
Alice is making her theatrical debut on the stage in New York City! The play, “Someone Extraordinarix”, is themed around immigration and artists’ visas, and will showcase at The Players Theatre, one of the oldest off-Broadway theatres.
Rohan Browning (Fr 2016) Has Won the Men’s 100m Final
Rohan has won the men’s 100m final at the Australian Athletics Championships in Perth. Making his triumph even greater, he finished the race with an equal personal best of 10.01 (0.001). He also achieved his third national title by five one-thousandths of a second.
Oscar Mower (Fr 2021) Creates AI Tool for Whales
Oscar has created an AI tool to detect the call of the North Pacific minke whale, as part of his commerce and engineering degree at USYD. To train his model, Oscar has drawn on thousands of hours of whale song recorded by hydrophones that span the Arctic, Asian and US waters.
Finlay Ball (Fr 2020) Attends Global Peace Summit
Fin has represented the USYD Law School at the 4th Global Peace Summit, held at the United Nations Conference Centre in Bangkok.
Sarah Steele-Park (Fr 2015) Selected for AFLW Draft
Saraah was selected as the final pick for the Sydney Swans in the Telstra AFWL Draft.
Kupakwashe Matangira (Fr 2020) Launches Podcast
Kupakwashe has started her own podcast, Socially Conscious, aimed at empowering people with the skills needed to create change. Guests include Forbes 30 under 30 CEO’s, Australian of the Year, and award-winning poets.
2024
Pheobe Litchfield (Fr 2022) ICC Emerging Cricketer Winner
Phoebe has been named the 2023 ICC Emerging Cricketer of the Year, with an incredible first year in One Day International Cricket, playing in the Ashes in England and India.
Daniel Hanigan (Fr 2017) Secures New Fellowship
Daniel has commenced a Research Fellowship at Trinity College. Daniel completed his PhD at Corpus Christi College last September, and his current research focuses on the relationship between geography, literature, and empire in ancient Greece. He joined St Andrew’s College as a Crane Research Scholar following a spectacular fourth year Honours thesis on theatre and autocracy in ancient Athens.
Murray Fredericks (Fr 1990) Exhibits Murray’s Largest Retrospective
Murray has exhibited his largest retrospective yet in Melbourne, bringing together previous projects Salt, Array, Vanity and his most recent series, BLAZE. The Sydney Morning Herald has profiled Murray and provided unique insights into his photography style.
Elysée Dubois (Fr 2018), University of Sydney Genesis Winner
Elysée has won the University of Sydney Business School Genesis Startup Accelerator Program, for her startup Bella, alongside co-founder Kyana. Bella is an all-in-one platform transforming the way women discover and book beauty services.
Alice Arnott (Fr 2016) Celebrates Hockeyroo Selection
Alice has been named in the 2024 Hockeyroos squad for the Paris Olympics. Alice made her international debut in May 2023 against India. She played with the Hockeyroos in India for the Pro League before heading to Belgium in May.
Kupakwashe Matangira (Fr 2020) Wins 2024 Youth Medal
Kupakwashe was awarded the Premier’s 2024 Youth Medal in March. This award recognises a person under 25 who has helped create, welcome and support inter-cultural connections and understanding between people from diverse backgrounds. Kupakwashe has been committed to ensuring young people and particularly multicultural young people, are heard by decision-makers on issues that impact them.
Nick Wonders (Fr 2004) and Angela Cobb’s (Fr 2004) Company ‘Tortoise & Hare CX’ Turns 10!
Nick and Angela have been successfully running Tortoise & Hare CX Agency for over ten years. The agency focuses on expanding businesses’ customer experience (CX) capabilities and building meaningful relationships with their customer base. Their expertise has made them trusted advisors to industry leaders such as nib, Myer, Woolworths, and more!
Ruby Riethmuller (Fr 2016) Named Finalist for NSW/ACT AgriFutures
Ruby was named one of three finalists for the 2024 NSW/ACT AgriFutures Australia Rural Women’s Award! This award showcases the breadth of talent and innovation of rural and regional women. Ruby is the founder and director of Womn-Kind, which is a female-led youth mental health organisation on a mission to close the gap in effective well-being education and support for adolescent girls.
Jules Vahl (Fr 2021) Wins USYD Law Society Moot Competition
Current student Jules, was announced as the winner of the Sydney University Law Society Public International Law Moot. This challenging quest put participants to the test on modern-day complexities around state responsibility, erga omnes duties, and the sacrosanct character of diplomatic missions.
Dr Ragavi Jeyakumar (Fr 2018) Wins NSW Rhodes Scholarship
Announced as the NSW Rhodes Scholar for 2025, Ragavi will pursue a doctorate in Women’s and Reproductive Health at Oxford University.
Emily Scott (Fr 2010) Selected as a Churchill Fellow
Awarded a Churchill Fellowship to investigate innovative global philanthropy strategies to improve outcomes for LGBTIQ+ Australians, Emily will undertake independent research in the US and UK for 4-6 weeks exploring philanthropic models and community initiatives aimed at advancing the well-being of LGBTIQ+ communities.
Rohan Browning (Fr 2016) Awarded Nigel C Barker Medal
Rohan, was honoured with the Nigel C Barker Medal for Sporting Achievement at the University of Sydney’s 2024 Alumni Awards, celebrating the remarkable impact of the university’s alumni.
Clare Hunt (Fr 2017) Signs with UK-based Spurs
Clare has joined the Tottenham Hotspurs in the Women’s Super League. Previously playing for Paris Saint-Germain, Clare has also represented Australia in the Matildas, playing in all three group matches at this year’s Paris Olympics.
Charlie Cassell (Fr 2018) Breaks ODI record on debut
In July, Charlie set a new record for best figures on ODI debut, taking seven wickets for Scotland when versing Oman in the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup League 2.
Tony Damian (Fr 1990) Wins Legal Awards
Tony has been awarded both Partner of the Year and the Lawyers Weekly Excellence Award. This is not the first time Tony has been recognised for his great work, and he is widely regarded as one of Australia’s leading M&A lawyers.
Carina Chambers (Fr 2007) Showcases Artwork in Orange
Carina has showcased a joint exhibition, All Year Round, at the Boutique Hotel in Orange. The exhibition, created with local artist Sophie Corks, celebrates the changing landscapes of Orange.
Kristina Lane (Fr 2018) Launches True Blue Gala
Kristina, alongside fellow College friends, has launched the True Blue Gala, a black-tie event supporting FightMND to raise awareness and funds for Motor Neurone Disease (MND). The Gala will be held in Sydney on February 1st, 2025
Rudi Ellis (Fr 2016) Joins the Australian Diamonds
Rudi made her green and gold debut in the England Series throughout September, as the Australian Diamonds faced off against England’s Vitality Roses.
Phoebe Litchfield (Fr 2022) Named Sydney Thunder captain for WBBL
Phoebe has been appointed captain of Sydney Thunder for WBBL|10, showcasing her leadership and growth in the game.
Melissa-Kelly Franklin (Fr 2006) Wins Playwright’s Award
Melissa-Kelly recently won the prestigious Jill Blewett Playwright’s Award at the South Australian Literary Awards, for her play Paradise Lost.
2023
Professor Richard Payne (PG 2008) Elected a Fellow
Professor Payne has been elected a Fellow of the Australian Academy of Science. He is an international leader in the fields of organic chemistry and chemical biology from the University of Sydney.
Iver Cairns (Fr 1979) Announced Scientist of the Year
Iver was announced Scientist of the Year at the 2023 at the recent Australian Space Awards! Professor Cairns is the director of the Australian Research Council Training Centre for CubeSats, UAVs and their Applications (CUAVA), and the leading partner at Waratah Seed.
Teddy Wilson (Fr 2021) Named Captain of Rugby Union Team
Teddy was named the Junior Wallabies Captain for 2023.
Sam Martin (Fr 2021) Represents Australia at Winter World University Games
Sam represented Australia and University of Sydney in the Biathlon at the 2023 FISU Winter World University Games held in Lake Placid, USA.
Rory Cheal (Fr 2018), Jasper Gotterson (Fr 2018), Sean Stuart (Fr 2018) and Max Cutrone Run 80 States in 79 days!
Rory, Jasper, Sean and Max completed a challenge that saw them run 80 consecutive marathons in under 80 days – raising over $214,000 for the Cancer Council.
Phoebe Litchfield (Fr 2022) Makes International Cricket Debut
Phoebe became the first Australian teenager to hit an ODI half century on debut against Pakistan before going on to be named Player of the Match.
Alice Arnott (Fr 2016) Selected for Hockeyroos
Alice joined the Hockeyroos team for the 3-match series against India in May, along with the Australia A-Team.
Rohan Browning (Fr 2016) Wins 2023 Betty Cuthbert Medal
Rohan won this medal for Best Single Performance of the Meet at the 2023 Australian Track & Field Championships.
Tom Hunt (Fr 2017) Wins 6633 Arctic Ultra
Tom competed in the 6633 Arctic Ultra, a gruelling 617 km footrace in -40°C conditions. He finished in first place, breaking the course record by 23 hours. In addition to this, Tom also raised over $20,000 in support of ‘Walking with the Wounded’, an organisation that provides support for ex-servicemen and women.
Tom Morrison (Fr 2022) Gains Selection for Junior Wallabies
Tom who has been named as a part of the latest 41-man Junior Wallabies Training Squad alongside alumnus Teddy Wilson (Fr 2021). They are set to play against Fiji, Ireland and England in South Africa this June.
Sophie Payten (Fr 2012) Appointed to the Music Australia Council
Sophie joined this new government-backed body established to support and grow Australian music at home and abroad. Sophie, known professionally as Gordi, is an Australian folk singer. Offstage, she works as an emergency department doctor.
Michael De Huy (Fr 2022) Wins First Place in International Piano Competition
Michael won first prize at the Valencia International Performing Arts International Piano Competition. Michael has also competed in a three-month tour of Europe and summer competitions sponsored by Create NSW, Sydney Conservatorium of Music and was assisted by the SAC Travel Scholarship Program.
Emily Watts (Fr 2021) Secures Cycling Win
Emily is officially the 2023 National Road Series Women’s overall winner. Emily placed first in the Tour of Gippsland and Cycle Sunshine Coast, second in Tour of Tasmania and third in Grafton to Mt Mitchell, which secured her the overall win.
Phil Waugh (Fr 1988) Appointed Rugby Australia CEO
Phil has become the first Wallaby to occupy this leadership role, having earned 79 caps for the national side as Wallaby Number 766.
Patrick Holt (Fr 2017) Wins Gold for Australia
Patrick has celebrated a win in the Australian Men’s Eight Rowing team, securing Gold in the World Rowing Cup lll. They beat race favourites Great Britain in a brilliant tussle, crossing in 5:23.92.
Clarissa Luk’s (Fr 2018) Second Solo Show
Clarissa hosted her second solo exhibition in August. Following on from her inclusion in the successful ‘Fiercely Feminine’ Group Show in Melbourne and inaugural ‘Facsimile’ Show in Perth, Clarissa held her second solo show in Sydney. Over half of Clarissa’s pieces from this year’s exhibition have now been sold, with proceeds going to support local charity Pass It On.
Jessica Harper (Fr 2013) Launches Podcast
Jessica is a successful opera singer now residing in Belgium. She has launched her podcast ‘So You Think You Can Belto?’ in which she chats to opera and classical music professionals with the aim of helping Australian students wanting to move overseas and work in the industry.
Andrew’s Represent at Australian Boat Race
Eleanor Price (Fr 2020), Tiffany Botha (Fr 2022), Sophia Wightman (Fr 2022), Marcus Britt (Fr 2016), and current students Oscar Beregi (Fr 2023) and Henry Wilcox (Fr 2023) who were part of the winning USYD teams at this year’s Australian Boat Race. Held on the Yarra River, the team held onto their position over the 4.1km race, crossing the line around 15 seconds in front of Melbourne.
Netra Hankins (Fr 2020) Victory at Annual Intervarsity Moot
Netra wins the 2023 Justice William Gummow Cup with the USYD team. This annual intervarsity moot is held between the University of Sydney and UNSW Sydney. This year’s moot was centred around a question of equity.
Samuel Aubin (Fr 2021) Wins Incubate Award
Samuel wins the INCUBATE Award for Best Student Startup at the University of Sydney Student Innovation Awards. Sam, a co-founder of AgX, an open operating system designed to simplify agricultural data, collaborated on this project with his business partner, Callum Taylor.
James Stokes (Fr 2013) New Single Out Now
James, known professionally as ‘Jimbo Stokes’, has released his new single ‘Same Damn Walls’. James refers to this song as “wanting to capture the feeling of hitting and knocking down life’s barriers, whether you’re running into them or putting them up, they can be hard to dodge, and annoying!”
Victoria Boult (Fr 2016) Given Green Light for TV Show
Victoria will be writing and directing a television adaption of n00b for the small screen. n00b, which had its genesis as a successful TikTok series in 2021, follows a group of teenage outcasts in 2005, who use the internet and social media to escape reality.
Clare Wheeler (Fr 2017) Nets First Matildas Goal
Clare scored her first international goal for the Matildas in October. Clare achieved this milestone during the AFC Women’s Asian Olympic qualifying match against the Phillipines in Perth.
2022
Arabella Tuck (Fr 2012) Lawyers Weekly 30 Under 30 Award
Arabella has taken out the Taxation category at the Lawyers Weekly 30 Under 30 Awards. Arabella works at Minter Ellison in addition to working with Lifeline Harbour to Hawkesbury.
Rohan Browning (Fr 2016) SUSF Sports Awards
Rohan was named SUSF Sportsman of the Year for 2021.
James Matheson (Fr 2014) Competes in 2022 Winter Olympics Men’s Moguls
James was a member of the Australian Men’s Moguls team in the Beijing 2022 Olympic Winter Games. This was James’ second Olympics campaign, having made his debut at the PyeongChang Games in 2018 proudly representing his country.
Tony Damian (Fr 1990) Australia’s Top M&A Lawyer Named
Tony was named the Top Merger & Acquisition Lawyer in Australia in 2021 by MergerLinks. Tony is Partner at Herbert Smith Freehills and has more than 25 years’ experience.
Clare Wheeler (Fr 2017) Alumna Makes International Soccer Debut
Clare, midfielder on the Commonwealth Bank Matildas squad, was selected for the traveling squad to play at the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Women’s Asian Cup India 2022. Clare made her international tournament debut in a spectacular win against Indonesia in January.
Brad Woods (Fr 1979) Publishes New Book
After extensive research and practical application, Brad published a book titled ‘Invest Your Way to Financial Freedom’. It is a step-by-step guide to investing and building wealth in the stock market.
Anthony Chen (Fr 2014) Australian National Piano Award Finals
This Award showcases some of Australia’s most brilliant emerging classical pianists and embodies the highest national and international music standards.
Laura Roderick (Fr 2022) Becomes Australian XC Champion
Laura has celebrated a win at the Australian Cross Country Championships in South Australia. She dominated the field in the Women’s U20 6km, taking home the win with a lead of 20 seconds. She also placed 15th at the World Athletics U20 Championship in August.
Xander Jackman (Fr 2014) Attends Oxford on USYD Scholarship
Xander was awarded The Justice Peter Hely Scholarship by the University of Sydney in July. He headed to Oxford University in September to begin studying for a Bachelor of Civil Law (BCL), a world-leading, highly sought-after, and competitive postgraduate degree.
Clare Hunt (Fr 2017) Named Wanderers’ 2023 Captain
Clare has been named by the Western Sydney Wanderers FC as the club’s Liberty A-League captain for the upcoming season. She was also the Wanderers medal winner for 2022.
Hugh Watson (Fr 1969) Publishes Second Novel, ‘The Silo’
Hugh published his second novel, The Silo, a crime/political thriller set in country NSW. Hugh drew on his country roots and political background to tell a story about corruption, blackmail, murder and shadowy international investment.
James Stokes (Fr 2013) Releases Debut Single
James releases his debut single, Atlas. James has his own art practice as a professional portrait artist, has trained as an operatic tenor and has a particular interest in country music singing and songwriting.
Clarissa Luk (Fr 2018) Presents Solo Art Exhibition
Clarissa’s debuted her first solo exhibition at Goodspace Gallery at The Lord Gladstone, Chippendale in August. The exhibition was a collaborative fundraiser in support of Pass It On Clothing – a Sydney based social enterprise which puts apparel, shoes and accessories donations directly in the hands of those who need it most. So far she has raised over $12,000.
Neon Fan (Fr 2020) Wins the Bella Unsigned Model Search
Neon was flown to Melbourne to take part in two days of nonstop events with the Bella Model Management Team at Fashion Week. Following this, Neon was awarded the joint-winner of the search and is now signed as a model for Bella Management.
Stephen George-Williams Receives Vice-Chancellor’s Award
Stephen, the College’s Head of Science and Mathematics, received the Vice-Chancellor’s Award for Outstanding Early Career Teaching. This University of Sydney award recognise impact, leadership, entrepreneurship, mentorship, and industry and community engagement, as well as outstanding performance in the support of research and education, and professional service.
Graeme Drendel Wins Moran Prize
Artist and friend of the College, Graeme has won the prestigious Doug Moran prize with a 26 x 30cm painting of fellow artist Lewis Miller. Graeme has also painted a portrait of our Principal Wayne Erickson, to be revealed at his farewell dinner in February 2023.
2021
Will Edwards’ (Fr 2007) Company Archie Rose wins at 2021 World Whiskies Awards
Will, founder of Archie Rose Distilling Co, has seen both his Single Malt Whisky and Rye Malt Whisky win big in Round One of the 2021 World Whiskies Awards, taking out Australia Best Rye Whisky and Australia Best Single Malt Whisky (12 years & under).
Anthony Chen (Fr 2014) Named Finalist in 2021 Australian National Piano Award
Anthony has been named as one of the finalists for this year’s competition. Anthony is an award-winning pianist who completed his Bachelor of Music (Performance) with First Class Honours at Sydney Conservatorium of Music.
David Anstice AO (Fr 1966) Awarded Prestigious University of Sydney Award
David has been awarded an honorary doctorate from University of Sydney in recognition of his outstanding contribution to business, education and the wider community. David has over 45 years’ experience and is one of the most influential figures in the pharmaceutical industry.
Paige Taylor (Fr 2013) Awarded RG Menzies Scholarship Recipient
Paige has been awarded this prestigious postgraduate scholarship by the Harvard Club of Australia. It is awarded to two recipients to pursue their dreams at the Harvard graduate school of their choice. Paige currently works as a management consultant at McKinsey & Company and will be studying for a Master in Public Administration in International Development at the Harvard Kennedy School.
Ashley Gray (Fr 1985) Wins 2021 Cricket Book of the Year / the Cricket Society & MCC Book of the Year 2021
Ashley’s book ‘The Unforgiven: Missionaries or Mercenaries?’ has won the 2021 Cricket Society Book of the Year award at the Telegraph Sports Book Awards in London. The book has also won the 2021 Cricket Society and the MCC (Marylebone Cricket Club) Book of the Year Award. The competition, run by the Cricket Society and in partnership with the MCC, is highly regarded by writers and publishers.
Clare Wheeler (Fr 2017) Makes Matildas Debut
Clare made her international debut with the Matildas women’s soccer team in a friendly match against the Republic of Ireland in Dublin on 22 September. Clare joined her current club, Fortuna Hjørring, the 11-time Danish Champions, earlier this year.
Iver Cairns (Fr 1979) Leads Australian Satellite Take Off With Space-X
Iver, a Professor in Space Physics at the University of Sydney, led the team responsible for the successful launch of the CUAVA-1 in September, an Australian-designed and built satellite, onboard a SpaceX rocket from the Kennedy Space Centre at Cape Canaveral in Florida. The satellites are headed towards the International Space Station before they will start their orbit around Earth, gathering valuable data for use in future space exploration.
Jennifer Jackett (Fr 2008) Awarded the Joan Uhr Prize
Jennifer was jointly awarded the Joan Uhr Prize for her outstanding research focused on addressing public policy challenges, engaging across academia, the Australian Public Service and through the news media. The Australian National University awards the prestigious Joan Uhr Prize annually to the Sir Roland Wilson Foundation PhD scholar who has made the greatest contribution to public policy in the past year, particularly through strengthening the links between the Australian Public Service and ANU.
Rohan Browning (Fr 2016) Qualifies for Athletics in Tokyo Olympic Games
Rohan is the first Australian male to qualify for the 100M sprint since 2004. He is currently the fastest man in Australia and the third fastest of all time.
Jaime Ryan (Fr 2013) Selected to Compete in Sailing in Tokyo Olympic Games
Jaime has been selected to compete in the women’s 49erFX class. In Rio 2016, Jaime placed 15th overall in the women’s 470 event with sailing partner Carrie Smith. She currently sails at Newcastle Cruising Yacht Club.
Hannah Buckling (Fr 2010) Wins SUSF Sportswoman of the Year
Hannah is a member of the Aussie Stingers Waterpolo Team. This year, she was awarded the SUSF Sportswoman of the Year award for her sporting achievements and her willingness to encourage and teach younger players.
2020
Dr Alexander Abrahams (Fr 1977) – University of Sydney Alumni Award
Dr Alexander Abrahams was awarded the University of Sydney Alumni Award for Innovation and Entrepreneurship in May. Dr Abrahams transformed dental practice in Australia by establishing the largest branded dental network, Pacific Smiles, which has over 95 dental centres across the country and employs more than 600 dentists. A philanthropist and investor in start-ups for the greater good, he has provided: seed funding for Group Homes Australia, an innovative dementia care model where residents live in suburban homes with 24-hour care; the blood testing group, Haemokinesis, which develops products for emergency and transfusion medicine; and established the Rosebrook Foundation to fund the arts and healthcare in Australia. Through the Rosebrook Foundation, Dr Abrahams donated $3.6 million to the University of Sydney’s Chair of Lifespan Oral Health. Together with his wife, Sue, he also funds an Indigenous scholarship at the University.
Will Edwards (Fr 2007) Judged Australia’s Best Whiskey
Will is the founder of Archie Rose Distilling Co. and their whisky has been judged in 2020 as Australia’s Best Whisky at the World Whiskies Awards in the US.
Ashley Gray (Fr 1985) Shortlisted for the William Hill Sports Book of the Year
Ashley’s recently published book ‘The Unforgiven: Missionaries or Mercenaries?’ has been shortlisted for the prestigious William Hill Sports Book of the Year. The award is the world’s longest established and most valuable literary sports-writing prize.
Jemima McCalman (Fr 2018) Selected for Buildcorp Wallaroos Training Squad Selection
Jemima has been selected in the Buildcorp Wallaroos Training Squad that will meet at the AIS in Canberra in December. This will be the first national camp for the team in 2020 as they continue preparation for Rugby World Cup 2021 in New Zealand.
Cameron Mostyn (Fr 2005) Talisker Whisky Challenge
In January 2020, Cameron and three of his friends completed the Talisker Whisky Challenge, rowing 3,000 miles across the Atlantic Ocean. They came second overall and produced the fastest time ever by an Australian Team. Their team, known as ‘Rowed Less Travelled’, raised over $280,000 for the Black Dog Institute.
Jamie Ryan (Fr 2013) SUSF 2019 Sportswoman of the Year
Jamie was named Sydney Uni Sports & Fitness Sportswoman of the Year for 2019. Jaime achieved selection for the Tokyo Olympic Games in 2019 through impressive results on the world stage of sailing. In 2019, she placed 11th in the European championships and 35th in the world championships, competing in the 49erFX class in the Hempel World Cup series finishing the year ranked 7th in the world.
Clare Wheeler (Fr 2017) Selected in Women’s Talent Identification Camp Selection
Clare has been selected for the Women’s Talent Identification Camp with the Westfield Matildas. The camp provides opportunity for some of Australia’s most promising female soccer players to be evaluated by the Westfield Matildas’ coaching staff as the national team program recommences.
2018
Genevieve Sergeant (Fr 2014) Wins USYD Competition
The University of Sydney Visualise Your Thesis Competition
Yi Xuan (James) Zhang (Fr 2015) Wins Engineering Prize
The Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering Prize for Best Design Report at the University of Sydney
2015
Hannah Buckling (Fr 2010) Wins USYD Alumni Award
Nigel C Barker Medal at the University of Sydney’s 2015 Alumni Award
We would be delighted to hear about other members of our community who have received honours. Please email alumni@standrewscollege.edu.au or call +61 2 9565 7302.