The Tradition Rolls on – 31 Sons of Old Boys Set to Graduate

This Friday night, the entire 238 boys who comprise the 2018 graduating class receive their three violets (Simplicity, Modesty, Humility), their brand new Old Boys tie, their first Ashgrovian (yet…

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Father Tom Maloney Trophy to be Awarded to Lewis McLachlan

One of the most impressive trophies at Thursday’s award night is the Father Tom Maloney Trophy for the Best and Fairest in Second XI Cricket. A legend in his own…

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Remembrance Day – Lest We forget

On this Remembrance Day, we honour the 15 brave sons of Marist Ashgrove and Marist Rosalie who made the ultimate sacrifice in the service of their country. Lest we forget.

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Todds to Receive a New Character Assessment 31 Years On

Old Boys, we all know it is the character of the young man who walks out the gate on that final day that sets Ashgrove apart. Simplicity. Modesty. Humility. The…

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Eulogy for Jack Tehan

Welcome and thankyou for joining us today to celebrate Dad’s most extraordinary life.Born John Francis Tehan, known to all as Jack, on the 1st February 1933 in Ingham, North Queensland.Dad…

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Tribute to Daphne Beattie (Rip) By Brother Alexis Turton

Daphne was a delightful lady with a magical smile and a big heart. I remember her so well. She was one of those Ashgrove super mums. Although a Queenslander in…

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Rosa Boys Shine at Vintage Lunch

Yet another absolutely sold out Vintage Lunch (1940 to 1978) saw the attendance of a large contingent of Rosa Old Boys led by former Headmaster, the inspirational Brother Tony Burrows.…

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The Genius of Mike Bauer (1972) – Winner Cbca Book of The Year

All Old Boys extend their sincere congratulations to Mike Bauer (1972), our distinguished Old Boy and former Marist Ashgrove teacher. Mike has confirmed his status as Australia’s pre-eminent children’s author…

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Father Thomas Zaranski (2003) Takes Final Vows

ASHGROVE’S FIRST ORDAINED PRIEST IN 40 YEARS TO RETURN FOR VINTAGE LUNCH With the greatest of pride, the Old Boys Association announces that Thomas Zaranzki (OB 2003) took his final…

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Professor John McGrath AM, MBBS, MD, PhD, FRANZCP

Professor John McGrath AM, MBBS, MD, PhD, FRANZCP is a psychiatrist interested in discovering the causes of serious mental disorders. He is the Director of the Queensland Centre for Mental…

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Peter Crawshaw

Peter passed away suddenly on 4th December 2017 aged 70 years after a long illness. His Requiem Mass was held on 12th December 2017 at Our Lady of Dolours Church…

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Dan Tufui (53-54)

Tufui Taniela Hukoila (Dan), formerly Lord Tufui of Talaheu, Kingdom of Tonga, beloved husband of Kerry James Tufui. Passed away peacefully on April 19, 2016 at Kelaston (Ballarat), aged 83…

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