25 September - OD Clubs and Branches

Dear Jeremy

Clubs & Interest Groups:

Today we are introducing ODU Clubs and Interest Groups. We have created a new page on the website to display news, events and the members of each. By setting these up, we hope to increase networks of engagement and socialising among friends, old and new.

Please join the (link below) groups that interest you to help get them started. We’re currently on the hunt for all ODs in “Food and Wine”. If you own a restaurant or produce beverages, it would be great if you join the group.

Branches – where are you now?

The branch secretaries are struggling to track down ODs in their area. You can find the details of your branch secretary here. Feel free to make contact with them. Please also make sure that your country is correct against your OD Connect profile on the OD Union website. Login here, check and update.

Familiarise yourself with the website structure and let me know your thoughts. If you have an idea for a new club, do not hesitate to contact me and we will set one up.

Kind regards,
Jeremy Ryall (2014F)

OD Clubs

Stay updated and Connect with ODs

OD news as it happens: On linkedin you will find 2500+ ODs. Make sure the education on your profile displays the little mitre. Reselect your school name to 'Bishops Diocesan College’ if it does not.

OD Stories Around The World

10 Lessons I Learned on My Journey from Childhood Cancer Fighter to Adult Cancer Survivor

10 Lessons I Learned on My Journey from Childhood Cancer Fighter to Adult Cancer Survivor. Robin Cox (1971G) tells his story of overcoming cancer of the jaw when he was just 9 years old.

Chris Alheit (1990O) stands out in Tim Atkin's wine report

Wine fans may have seen Tim Atkin's annual Special Report on the South African wine industry, including his 2020 evaluations. Once again, there were some standout performances from ODs.

Read about what ODs have been up to around the world by following the link below. We welcome any stories you might have. Send them to me Jeremy Ryall: [email protected]

ODs around the world

The Old Diocesan

We’re currently in issue 6 of the Old Diocesan Magazine. Find out what ODs have been up to. All issues can be found here.

The Old Diocesan - Issue 6 | Sep 2020

Issue 6 of The Old Diocesan has arrived at The Mitre. We are immensely grateful to the production team, including many ODs, who contributed to yet another stellar publication during Covid-19.

The Diocesan College Magazine

We have recently posted the old magazines which were produced in conjunction with the College. Every OD section from March 2011 until 2017 may be found on this page.

Issue 6 Story: In these strange times, OD photographers offer us some natural perspective. Follow this link to page 14 of the magazine to see these incredible images taken by Jonty Quenet (2014M), Jean Tresfon (1992F), Tim Rideout (1978W) and Stuart Bellamy (1998B).

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Milestone Birthdays

We would like to congratulate the following who will be celebrating their 80th birthday during the month of September; our President David Carter (1958G) on the 7th, Anthony France (1959F) on the 8th, Robin Borden (1959G) on the 23rd and Michael Power (1959W) on the 25th. Congratulations to Dr Joc Forsyth (1947G) who celebrated his 90th Birthday on the 3rd.

School Updates

Rowing at Bishops

It is so much more than just rowing! This is why rowing at Bishops is one of our top 5 sports.

UPDATED: 13 Peaks Challenge for The Rhino Orphanage

On 21 September, Bishops boys set out to complete the 13 Peak Challenge for the Rhino Orphanage. R60k has been raised, with Ollie Kennedy-Smith the only one to finish, in 41 hours and 20 minutes.

Passing of Friends

Anthony Gordon (1945F) | 1927 -2020

Nic passed away on 25 August in Johannesburg. An obituary has been added below. He had a very bad fall two months ago, which required surgery for bleeding on the brain, from which he sadly never recovered. We send sincere condolences to his wife, Wendy.

Barrie MacKellar (1959O) | 1940 - 2020

Sadly, Mike Bromfield, the former Deputy Head of the prep school, who retired from the Prep at the end of 2008, passed away on 4 August. He had been ill but his passing was nevertheless quite sudden and unexpected.

We extend our deepest sympathies to Heather, their daughter Fiona, extended family and friends. Rest in peace, Mike.

Upcoming Events

Due to Covid-19, there are no events planned for the forseeable future.

Get in Touch

To contact the OD Union:

Telephone: 021 659 18020

Mobile: 078 2942 544

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://www.odunion.com/

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