Newsletter 30th November 2018

OD OFFICE NEWS

THE ROBERT GRAY MEDAL

The School would like to honour ODs who have made a significant and exceptional contribution to their field of endeavour by awarding them The Robert Gray Medal. This has been supported by the Bishops Council and the ODU Committee and serves not only to honour significant ODs but to inspire current boys at Bishops. Please click on the button below for more details.

1960 Reunion Lunch 

Alan Ramsay (1960F) reports: The scheduled lunch for our class of ’60 turned out to be an exceptionally pleasant get-together, not just because of the camaraderie and the excellent meal, cooked by Judy Gildenhuys, but also because of the outstanding well-illustrated presentation by Syd, recording his recent visit to Normandy to experience the history of the D-Day landings. A very good time was had by all.

Standing, left to right: Peter Trengove-Jones, Geoff Caradoc-Davies, Dave Evans, Rob Phillips, Mac Bisset, Tom McEwen, Peter Fiske, Pat Normand, Chris Saunders, Lionel Goetz and Alan Ramsay.

Sitting, left to right: Syd Cullis, Gerald Rosenthal, Eddie Sedgwick, Dave Kilpin and Richard Eastwick.

1963 Reunion Lunch 

 The class of 1963 had a lovely lunch at The Mitre on Tuesday 27th November. 

The Old Diocesan - Become an Advertiser!

Anyone who’s seen the first two issues of TOD will have realised it’s a great platform to advertise to a knowledgeable, desirable readership… and if you haven’t seen it yet, take a look at Issue 2.

The advertising rate card for Volume 2; Issue 3 which is due to be released on the 7th of March 2019, has been approved. Please click on the link below, should you wish to become an advertiser in this publication. 

UK Newsletter - November 2018

UK Branch Secretary, Nicky Bicket (1973F) reports: "...This is the last letter of the year. It has been a busy eleven months and I would like to thank the UK ODs for their loyalty and support. I value all feedback so please let me know how the UK branch might improve in achieving its objectives of bringing ODs together and building relationships with Bishops and each other.

To all of you and your families, a very happy Christmas and may 2019 be healthy and successful..."

ODU Mentoring

We can always learn so much from those with more life experience, wisdom and knowledge around us. The OD Mentoring program is offering an opportunity to tap into that asset. The testimonies from mentees and mentors alike are truly inspiring. Don't delay! Sign-up today! As seen above, are happy smiles from Neil von Hoesslin (1998S) and Nick Lightbody (1998K) with Alan Douglas (Past Staff) who was like a mentor to them. 

OD UPDATES

Stuart (1988W) and James (1990W) Downes Receive 5-Stars in Three Years for Shannon Vineyards

Shannon Vineyards was once again affirmed as one of the leading suppliers of fine wines in the Elgin Valley at the unveiling of the 2019 edition of the Platter’s SA Wine Guide on Monday evening. These accolades follow a highly successful year for Shannon Vineyards and is a leading testament to their ongoing aspiration of making wines expressive of their unique terroir.

David Blackburn (2009B) Starts His 1300km Journey for Muscular Dystrophy Tomorrow

David sets off tomorrow on a Charity Bicycle Ride from Brisbane to Sydney to raise funds for Muscular Dystrophy Australia and awareness of Facioscapulohumeral Muscular Dystrophy (FSHD).  #Doit4Pete

Richard Stewart (2008K)

Congrats to our newest OD rugby international Richard Stewart for scoring his maiden Test try on Saturday for Spain against Samoa.

Well done!

Photo by Soraya Sanz Martín

Michael Beckurts (2018M)

Michael donated his charcoal drawing of the War Memorial Chapel to The Mitre after receiving the Sophy Gray Art Prize. 

OD Jeremy Lawrence (1952F)

Jeremy Is launching his latest book, Further Foibles, A Savoury Dish of Satirical Versus at the Irma Stern Museum on Saturday 8 December at 11 am with guest speaker, Ambassador Sheila Camerer. All are welcome to attend. 

Greg Mills (1979O)

Greg experienced an exciting time in his recent trip to Yola in Nigeria whilst working on drafting a diversification strategy. 

Andrew (1976G) and Michael (1976G) van Ryneveld

Andrew and Michael came to visit this week, pictured here with their father's (Tony) Oxford jersey in the background. 

Greg Marsh (1984W)

Greg's wife, Karen, and son Aiden, came for a tour of Bishops on Tuesday 27 November. They were very excited to find a youthful photo of Greg, and his brother, Donovan (1987W) in the White House Dining Room. 

Rob Lightbody (1996K)

Rob, from RLP came to look at potential work in the Rondebosch area and couldn't resist popping into good old Chippies Prego to rekindle fond Bishops memories. He reports the sauce is still as good as ever. 

Andrew Pretorius (2004W)

Our apologies to Andrew for omitting him from the list of ODs participating in the Coze Cup two weeks ago. Andrew had to leave earlier and missed the group photo. Fortunately we did get a picture of him and recognise his contribution in this memorial golf day.

Francois Louw (2003W)

Congratulations to Francois for achieving yet another cap for the Springboks last Saturday against Wales

Lukhanyo Mntonintshi (2017G) 

Lukhanyo recently finished exams at the University of the Western Cape (UCT) which went well. He popped into the Mitre on Thursday and even stayed for Touchies later on.

Ian Rijsdijk (1991B) recently interviewed Peter Steyn (1955O) for an article for inclusion in the third edition of The Old Diocesan which is due in March next year.  The two OD birding enthusiasts hit it off immediately and we can't wait to read the article!

Thursday Touchies

5PM; Lutgensvale Field. All most welcome!

Bishops Museum Tea

On Monday 26th November a museum tea was held and took the form of an informal talk which was presented by Professor Emeritus Anwar Mall, former Deputy Vice Chancellor at UCT. Prof. Mall spoke on his research work at UCT and what it meant. Well done to Dr Paul Murray (Bishops HOD Archives) for organising yet another successful gathering. 

Pictured above is Paul Cannon (1953S) with wife Wendy, John Gardener (1947G) with wife Sue and Peter Steyn (1955O) with his wife Jenny

The Life Healthcare 40th Medical 10km

On Sunday 25th November various ODs were seen at a run/walk event held for medical personnel to show their support for a healthy lifestyle. Amongst the ODs were Prof. Tim Noakes (1966W), Dr Cameron Bruce (1987G) and Dr Bob Baigrie (1974F). A special thanks to Dr Syd Cullis (1960F) for organising the event and also participating. Peter Wrensch (1976F) very kindly marshalled along the route. 

Upcoming Events

UK ODU YEAR-END PARTY - 30 Nov

Friday 30th November from 6.30pm

Australia ODU Year-End Function 2018 - 30th Nov

The year-end event will be held on Friday 30th November at The Oaks in Neutral Bay, Sydney. 6pm start

ODU Middle East Branch Get together - 6 Dec

Date: Thursday the 6th of December 2018
Time: 18:30
Venue: The Dubai Creek Yacht and Gold Club | Lakeview Restaurant | Dubai | UAE
Attire: Smart Casual

RSVP: UAE Branch Secretary, Dirk van Doorn

Christmas Carols with Richard Cock (1966O) - 15th Dec

The annual Christmas Carol performance with Richard Cock (1966O) will be held on Saturday 15th December 2018 at 18h00 in the Bishops Memorial Chapel - Diocesan College.

1979 Reunion - 28 Feb - 3 Mar 2019

The 1979 Matric Year will be holding a reunion centred around the 2019 Founders Day weekend. A committee of sober-minded gentlemen has begun planning a series of events starting on Thursday 28^th February 2019 and ending on Sunday 3^rd March 2019.  Please could any ODs of this vintage that have not yet been contacted by the organisers please contact Simon Peile at [email protected].

Archives & History

Today in History

Today, 127 years ago, the first Cricket match was played on the Frank Reid Field. During 1891, Cannon Richard Brooke ordered the clearing of trees in order to establish a new Cricket field. The first match on this now historic field was played on 30 November 1891. It was, appropriately, between ODs and present pupils. The Pupils won by an innings and 10 runs. For the winners, Murray Bisset took 6 wickets for 27 in the ODs first innings and 8 for 19 in their second.

School News

New Prep Library and Learning Centre

It's GO time - Watch this space - The new Prep Library and Learning Centre is on its way. Thank you to everyone who has contributed thus far. To read more about this exciting project, please click on the button below

Christmas Day Eucharist with Carols

There will be a Eucharist in the Memorial Chapel on Christmas Day for members of the Bishops families, ODs and friends from 9:00 am – 10:10 am

Follow Us and Find Out More

Owing to so much OD related news, it is often challenging to report on the wide range of Bishops activities.

For ease of use, we thus include links to the Bishops Website, the Principal’s Newsletters, and also the UK OD Newsletter.
For all our previous newsletters, click HERE
Please enjoy spending some time reading these, as they are the best means of keeping up to date with Bishops.

Quote for the Week

This week's quote is taken from the 2004 Bishops Matric Leavers Yearbook: 

"True wisdom comes in the knowledge of knowing you know nothing...I have no idea who said that!"

~ Lloyd Prince (2004W)

Kind regards,

Adam, WP and Nicole

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