10th January 2020

Dear Jeremy

2019 was filled with many positive highlights as well as many challenges. From a tumultuous period of uncertainty towards formulating a strategy for the OD Union for the next 5 years. On January 15th and February 12th, the OD Union will be hosting SGM meetings with the purpose of amending the constitution. Please see the events section to RSVP.

We hope the new decade will bring success and health for all the members of the Bishops community. Please do not hesitate to get in contact with the Union via [email protected] should you wish to hire a venue or simply pass on OD news.

The OD Union would also like to congratulate the Matric class of 2019 for their excellent achievements in their final examinations. We now welcome them into the OD Union as our youngest OD members!

Kind regards,

The OD Office

OD Updates

OD Farmers facing the water crisis: Update

In December the OD Union requested the help of all ODs in order to lend a helping hand to OD farmers. While we appreciate the efforts thus far, we have not received enough to make a substaintial difference. Please follow the link below to find out more.

Michael Wright (2014B): Helping the Rhinos R1 at a time

On Monday 6 January Michael Wright (2014B) posted a picture on Instagram pledging to donate R1 for every like. On Wednesday 8 January the picture had over 10 000.

2019 Matric Results

Click below to find out how the 2019 Matric class did in their final examinations.

Robert Gray Medal Nominations

Click below to find out the criteria in order to qualify for the medal.

ODs Around the World

The OD Union send their deepest condolences to those affected by the raging fires in Australia. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

OD Office Updates

The Old Diocesan

For those who have not taken a look at Issue 4 of The Old Diocesan, please follow the link below.

Strategy 2020-2025: Consolidated Results

At the end of 2019 just under 500 ODs completed an online questionnaire, answering questions about the future strategy of the ODU. The responses were rich in information and we thank you all for taking the time and trouble. Your input was consolidated into a large document which can be accessed in the article below (click on the button).

Notice - Use of Sports Facilities

ODs are welcome to make use the sports facilities at the College. However, please contact Dedry to arrange this first – [email protected]

The college staff have asked for your cooperation as there are a lot of sporting activities and so facilities may only be used if it is not being used for school sport. Please be mindful of the boarders and residents that reside on the property as well. We therefore ask you not to use these facilities before 7am or after 8pm.

School Updates

News from Bishops cricket
The matrics of 2020 who will continue their journey as part of the Bishops First XI Cricket Team led by captain, Travis Norris. Congratulations to Ethan Kieffer, Seb (Leanne Allison), Keagan (Nicola Blanckenberg) and Travis (Jenny Norris Tim Norris) who received Full Colours for their commitment to the sport.

Deaths and Obituaries